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Join Shea On The Adventure of a Lifetime!

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 black Jeep with a roof rack is towing a teardrop camper on a dirt path through the dense trees and greenery of the Sheyenne National Grasslands.
Sheyenne National Grasslands
A night in the Sheyenne National Grasslands was just what I needed - a little time in nature and a hike through tallgrass prairies and woodlands. Spectacular.
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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 teardrop camper is parked in the Arizona desert landscape near Dripping Springs, with sparse shrubs and trees. The camper door is open, revealing storage. A foldable chair is set up nearby. The setting sun casts warm light, and mountains are visible in the distance under a clear blue sky.
Dripping Springs, Arizona
After two brutally long days of driving, I was thrilled to pull into this piece of BLM land and discover some wonderful campsites with tons of cactuses, beautiful views, and privacy.
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A small camper trailer is parked by the tranquil Cowley State Fishing Lake, surrounded by autumn trees. The back hatch reveals a kitchen setup, and a Jeep is attached to the trailer. The brown grass and clear sky complete this peaceful fall setting near a gentle waterfall in the distance.
Cowley State Fishing Lake & Waterfall
On a perfect fall day, it seemed like a great time to visit a fishing lake in Kansas with a waterfall. However, the waterfall wasn't anything like I expected, but it was still enjoyable fuck you.
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A panoramic view of Salt River Canyon reveals a rugged landscape with steep, layered rock formations and sparse vegetation. The distant ridges and cliffs are bathed in bright sunlight, casting shadows that highlight the natural contours against the vibrant backdrop of a clear blue sky.
Salt River Canyon
During what seemed like a long stretch of driving, I suddenly came upon an unexpected descent into a canyon that had some very stunning and spectacular views.
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A black Jeep is parked on a grassy area near a large body of water at William C. Sterling State Park, towing a small white and black teardrop trailer. Nearby are a house and trees under a clear blue sky.
William C. Sterling State Park
On my last night in Michigan, I managed to get a spot right across from the banks of Lake Erie, and after a busy day, I ate a bowl of cereal on the beach.
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In an RV park, a black SUV is parked, towing a small teardrop camper trailer adorned with outdoor graphics. It's nestled among trees, with a larger RV from 1889 in the background, creating a serene camping scene.
1889 RV Park
Hoping for a cool little municipal park to camp for a few days, I pulled into this parking lot. It definitely did not offer what I was hoping to experience.
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Signage for the Akeley Paul Bunyan Museum, including a visitor information notice, is displayed on a brown building with green shrubs and a grassy area in the foreground.
Akeley Paul Bunyan Museum
The giant pole bunion by the side of the road caught my eye a few days before, so I returned to check out the giant and to see what was in the museum.
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