If I had to trace my overlanding roots, they’d lead straight back to a frozen January weekend in 2017—deep in Michigan’s Manistee Forest. I’d just joined a small Facebook group called Midwest Overlanders—barely a …
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Because what keeps us going isn’t just the view — it’s the people who understand it. It’s funny when you think about it — most of us didn’t join boondocking and RV groups just …
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By Boondocking Magazine StaffOctober 2025 Michigan’s sprawling forests and sandy trails have long been a paradise for off-road enthusiasts — from dirt bikers and side-by-side riders to campers using forest roads for remote access. …
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By Boondocking Magazine Staff I didn’t plan to end up that deep. The map showed a few old forest roads that looked passable, and I figured I’d drive until the ruts felt like they …
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By Boondocking Magazine Staff It starts with a question.“Anyone know a good spot near Flagstaff?” Within minutes, replies flood in.Coordinates. Photos. A few jokes. Even an invite to share a campfire. That’s how strangers …
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The Lodge 12″ cast-iron skillet is a boondocking classic—heavy, bombproof, and wonderfully versatile. We cooked breakfasts, seared steaks, and baked camp-bread over fire and stove to see if the weight is worth hauling. Short …
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A hands-on review of the Leatherman Sidekick — where versatility meets value for the modern boondocker.
