It’s been more than a year since the COVID-19 pandemic locked us down and isolated us from our loved ones. Needless to say, it’s been a long year, and I know I’m not the only one who is eager to start traveling recreationally again. Since it’s easiest to stay isolated […]
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Exclusive Endeavor: A Compelling Lesson in COVID-19 Numerical Modeling
At first glance, a road trip across the United States during the COVID-19 pandemic doesn’t seem like the smartest idea in the world. With so many restrictions in place and experts constantly telling you not to travel, you start to wonder if it’s even possible to pull off such a […]
Read MorePioneering Peril, Part 2: Pandemic Polar Vortex Camping in Kentucky
After a wonderful, albeit a bit chilly stopover in Oklahoma, it’s time to hit the road and tango with the Polar Vortex once again. I’ll be honest. As much as I love and look forward to road trips, the easy part of this trip was behind me. I was really […]
Read MorePioneering Peril: A Pandemic Polar Vortex in Tornado Alley
The Southern Great Plains are well-known for their wild, unstable, and sometimes violent weather. Aptly known as Tornado Alley, the region sees more tornadoes and severe weather than anywhere else in the world. Its proximity to both the frigid air of the Rocky Mountains and the warm, tropical waters of […]
Read MoreCOVID-19 Road Trip Journal: Wild Weather in the Wild West
After nearly 3 weeks of self-isolation at home, a crashed garage door, and a mad dash to finish packing and putting the house away, it’s great to finally be on the road. I’ve always said that the easy part of a road trip doesn’t begin until you finish packing and […]
Read More12 Secrets to Plan a Safe Cross-Country Road Trip During the Pandemic
After a year living with restrictions from the COVID-19 pandemic, we’re all wondering when it will be safe to travel again. While I certainly don’t expect to be hopping on an airplane any time soon, I’m growing cautiously optimistic that we’ll be able to safely resume road trips in the […]
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