Traveling Outside The Baatz

14/05/2025

Conquering Yosemite: Our Van Life Exploration

11/05/2025

Alpine dreams realized: Trekking through Yosemite's wilderness to incredible swimming holes.

11/05/2025

🌲 Missy and I are feeling absolutely dwarfed by the giants of Redwood National Park! 🤯 Just hiked the unbelievable Damnation Trail and the views were straight out of a fairytale.

The sheer scale of these ancient trees is something you have to experience to believe.
We captured all the breathtaking beauty and the challenging (but SO worth it!) hike on our latest YouTube video! 🔥 Click the link in bio to join our redwood adventure and see the Damnation Trail for yourself. You won't regret it!
VIDEO: https://youtu.be/eHzggxkGj5Y

10/05/2025

From Towering Giants to the Wild Coast: Hiking Redwoods' Damnation Trail.

09/05/2025

Yosemite N.P. backpacking. Getting ready to hike the INFAMOUS Half Dome!

09/05/2025

Exploring the Oregon coast with Missy fills us with such gratitude. This time here, particularly after her incredible cancer recovery, serves as a powerful reminder that the richest parts of life are often found in the simple moments.

Our chosen path certainly isn't the norm. We've learned to embrace discomfort it's often a part of the adventure we seek. But for us, this unique lifestyle is priceless. Building a life focused on simple joys, adventure, and our shared passions has been the most rewarding journey.

I can see us watching our own YouTube Channel in our golden years reminiscing about all of our adventures. - Jon

08/05/2025

04/05/2025

🚨 NEW VIDEO ALERT 🚨
What an absolutely AMAZING adventure exploring Redwood National Park, especially the breathtaking Smith River!
The clear water and stunning scenery along the riverbanks were truly unforgettable. Hiking near the Smith River within the Redwoods felt like stepping into a different world.

We've put together a video showcasing all the highlights of our trip to this incredible area, and it's OUT TODAY!
Go check it out and experience the beauty of the Smith River and the Redwoods with us!

➡️ VIDEO: https://youtu.be/DV0SCwXUfbo
Link in BIO

20/04/2025

Alright, adventure crew! 👋 We are looking back at our favorite site. 🚐💨 Cruising down the iconic California Coastal Highway and stumbled upon what might just be our FAVORITE campsite yet! 🤩 The sound of the waves crashing is our new soundtrack, and the salty air? Pure bliss. 🌊

After some epic miles exploring and chasing those breathtaking views, it feels SO good to just chill, soak it all in, and recharge. 🔥☕️

Think golden hour hues painting the cliffs, a warm cuppa in hand, and the feeling of sand between our toes. This is the van life magic we live for! ✨

Where's your favorite spot to unwind on the road? Let us know in the comments! 👇
And if you're dreaming of hitting the highway, be sure to check out our latest YouTube video (link in bio! https://youtu.be/D-_LIRdCfZk) for all our tips and tricks for unforgettable adventure travel, backpacking escapes, and van life journeys! 😉

Stay adventurous and stay classy San Diego✌️

14/04/2025

Northern California, you've stolen our hearts (and maybe our breath!).

This local swimming hole boasted water so clear and blue, it felt like we'd stepped into a dream. Talk about an epic van life find!
After exploring the towering giants of the Redwoods, diving into this refreshing oasis was the perfect way to cool down and connect with nature on a whole new level.

Want to see this magical swimming hole in all its glory? Our latest adventure exploring Northern California and this incredible spot is coming soon to our YouTube channel! Make sure you're subscribed. Link in the BIO so you don't miss out on the crystal-clear goodness!

https://www.youtube.com/

07/04/2025

6 years ago today, hard to believe. Missu and I were on day 36 hiking the Appalachian Trail with what seemed to be the daily dose of heavy rain.

Day 22 video: https://youtu.be/dApB13sGRnA

P.S. look at that huge backpack 🤦‍♂️