Near the Old Town area of Alexandria, Virginia there is a scenic park under the Woodrow Wilson Bridge called Jones Point Park. If you currently live in DC or have lived in DC previously you know there is a surprising amount of green space and parks in the area. Jones point is unique because it […]
RV diversity: a trend in the right direction
According to statista.com in 2012 only 6% of campers were black. Over the course of the last decade that number has more than doubled to 14% in 2021. As a result, an industry that has not typically been that diverse is slowly changing. What is also changing is the number of RV purchases by people […]
People of color and camping: why the hesitance?
Camping is one of the most enjoyable experiences there is. It is the place where traditions are made and families bond. Camping allows you to relax and enjoy nature. The question is why are so many people of color reluctant to go camping? negative history For some, there is a negative connotation with the woods […]
A cinder block BBQ grill: something every pitmaster needs
For our family reunion this year my uncle managed to secure a whole hog from a family member for us to cook. We had never cooked a whole hog before but we knew we wanted to smoke it and it would take all night. Lucky for us my uncle has a great cinder block BBQ […]
Folding bicycles: The outdoor equipment you didn’t know you needed
One day I was walking on the national mall in Washington DC and I noticed a guy riding this smaller bicycle. He stopped riding and did something that blew my mind—he jumped off the bike and folded it up. I did a double take. This man just folded up a bike and started carrying it!! […]
Ocean view fishing pier: great fishing and a great view
The good : Amazing views of the ocean with great sunsets and sunrises Entry fee is only $11 per person and no fishing license is required to fish on the pier In season the pier is open 24 hours a day You can catch many different kinds of fish here including spot, croaker, whiting, trout, […]