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Wandering and Exploring The Americas & Beyond!

We’ll visit big cities, check out little towns, trek through the wilderness, visit destinations you’ve never heard of, rediscover your favorite locations, and uncover a world waiting to reveal its secrets.

It’s a journey that’s more than just traveling and exploring. It’s about expanding your reality.

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Shea's Ultimate American Quest

To Experience and Share every
National Park • National Forest • National Grassland • National Monument • National Park Service Unit.

A person wearing a green cap and glasses smiles in front of a sign that reads "Entering El Malpais National Monument. No Hunting or Collecting." The background features a dry, grassy landscape under a clear blue sky.
Ancient rock painting on a rugged stone surface depicting a red human-like figure with raised arms and two horizontal lines overhead. Nearby are red geometric shapes and faded markings. The surrounding rock is weathered, with patches of moss and small plants at the base.
A small, stone one-room schoolhouse with a wooden roof sits in a barren landscape under a blue sky. An American flag waves on a pole in front. A rusty metal swing set stands nearby, with no swings attached. The terrain is flat and dry, stretching into the distant horizon.
The image shows a tall stone monument with a viewing platform at the top, set against a clear blue sky. In the foreground, a well-maintained grassy area is crossed by a paved path. Three flags are displayed on poles. Trees border the grassy area, leading to distant water.
A man wearing a blue cap and glasses stands smiling in front of the Chippewa National Forest sign. Behind him, the Shingobee Recreation Area unveils its dense forest under a cloudy sky.
A person in a hoodie and plaid pants sits on a chair at South Pike Bay Campground, drinking from a cup, while looking at the calm water of Chippewa National Forest on a clear day.
A metal windmill with vines stands next to a large circular water trough in the open grass field of Sheyenne National Grasslands, under a partly cloudy sky.
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A historical cannon, olive green in color, with large wooden wheels is displayed indoors against a stone wall background.
A man taking a selfie at the Comanche National Grasslands sign.
A blacksmith wearing a protective face shield and apron works in a rustic stone forge with an anvil, barrels, and various tools surrounding him.
The image shows the exterior of the Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park. A brick building with a red roof is in the background. In the foreground, there's a brick sign with the park's name and the National Park Service emblem, set on a grassy area with trees.
A bearded man in a red sleeveless shirt sits at a table with intricate stone animal carvings and crafting tools, surrounded by wooden walls and a nature backdrop in Pipestone National Monument's visitor center.
A vast, shallow part of the Green River reflects a rugged desert landscape under a clear blue sky. The arid terrain features layered mesas and plateaus with reddish and beige hues. Sparse vegetation dots the shoreline, while the water mirrors the cliffs and open sky, creating a tranquil scene.
Visitors stand near a paved path leading to the large natural entrance of Carlsbad Cavern, surrounded by rugged beige rock formations and sparse vegetation. A black metal fence lines the path. The scene is under a cloudy sky, with bare trees and cacti in the foreground.

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Who Is This Guy?

Hi! I’m Shea Oliver, The Hiking CEO. 

In 2003, I launched my first online business. Eighteen months later, I told my boss to shove off, walked out the door,  and never looked back.

That moment cascaded together with every other moment in life to set me free to explore life, ponder reality, and grow.

In 2023, I made the ultimate leap to becoming a full-time nomad.

I focus on pursuing my passions of traveling, hiking, exploring, creating, and spending time with people I care about.

I believe life is an adventure. It doesn’t matter if you’re dreaming of travel, wanting to grow, or looking to change your life. I’d like to invite you to join me. We’re gonna have a blast!

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A jeep with a camper trailer attached to it at Holly City Park & Ball Field.
Holly City Park & Ball Field
A quick overnight in a municipal campground that sits right next to the city's ballfield. It's quick, easy, and cheap, but the facilities aren't always going to be the best.
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A Kansas Historical Marker titled "Chouteau's Island" stands on grass under tall trees. This historic site offers details about the island’s role along the Santa Fe Trail, surrounded by park-like green grass and welcoming, scattered shade.
Chouteau’s Island
Right by some very well-maintained baseball field and a municipal golf course without a single player on the course.
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A black Jeep is parked on grass in Norland Park, towing a small teardrop trailer. The scene includes trees, a house, and industrial buildings in the background, reflecting the diverse landscape of Arlington.
Norland Park – Arlington, SD
With expectations that I would have an Amazon delivery on Monday in Brookings, I headed over to Arlington, SD to work for the weekend.
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A scenic view of Split Rock Lighthouse perched on a rocky cliff surrounded by lush green trees. The calm blue sea stretches out beneath the cliff, and a partly cloudy sky adds depth to the horizon. Leafy branches frame the right side of the image, enhancing the natural beauty.
Split Rock Lighthouse
Split Rock Lighthouse is one of the most photographed lighthouses in the world, and I was excited to learn more about this iconic structure and its impact on Lake Superior.
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A black Jeep is parked on a dirt area towing a small, white teardrop camper in St. Francis City Park. Nearby trees and a picnic table are visible under the cloudy sky.
St. Francis City Park
Tucked in the northwest corner of Kansas is the small town of St Francis. While the city park has been their for quite some time, it's a great place for a quick overnight stop.
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Refrigerated section at Super One Foods displaying sausages, bratwurst, and lunch meats. Signs show prices and promotions for various meat products.
Super One Foods and Sausages
A few days after hitting the grand opening of the Super One Foods in Walker, I headed back to see if I could find some of the things I sampled, especially some of the sausages.
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A casual Black Bear Diner interior with wooden decor, tables, and booths. Several people are seated and eating breakfast; some wear hats. A server carries food. Animal-themed paintings line the walls, and a TV plays news in the upper right corner.
Black Bear Diner
High hopes for a big omelet at what I thought was a local diner turned into something that wasn't quite as satisfying.
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A man with glasses and curly hair smiles outdoors at East Harbor State Park, with a Jeep and small teardrop trailer parked under large trees in the background.
East Harbor State Park
I was very happy to get to the campsite after having my jeep repaired. Once I walked through the woods to the water, I felt much better and was looking forward to the rest of my stay.
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