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Here We Go! January 5, 2020

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Frontenac State Park-MN
https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/park.html?id=spk00160#homepage

Interstate State Park-MN

https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/park.html?id=spk00178#homepage

Scenic State Park-MN

https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/park.html?id=spk00262#homepage

Merrick State Park-WI

https://dnr.wi.gov/topic/parks/name/merrick/

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So we added a new member to our adventure family.

So we added a new member to our adventure family. Meet Rosita! We've gone on a few awesome adventures with her so far including off roading and camping in Cape Cod. Super fun experience!!Overlanding is such a cool way to explore this beautiful country. We will get her set up to tow behind Ripley probably early next spring and are hoping to get one more tent camping trip in before it gets too cold. Hope you are out there enjoying this wonderful weather! ✌

Winter camping at Frontenac State Park in Frontena

Winter camping at Frontenac State Park in Frontenac, MN last weekend. Open year round, this park is beautiful no matter what season it is! Temps were mild, coffee was hot and the fire was blazing. Where'd you go last weekend? Comment below 👇 and tag us at #roamingtheempire
Get trippin! 🤩

All cleaned up and ready to roll! Hey, when it's m

All cleaned up and ready to roll! Hey, when it's mid 30s and not snowing in Minnesota, you take it!! Tell us where you love to camp in the winter. Comment below 👇 and tag us at #roamingtheempire
Get trippin! 🤩

FREEDOM!! We had a nice weekend getaway at Gull La

FREEDOM!! We had a nice weekend getaway at Gull Lake Recreation Area near Nisswa, MN. Absolutely beautiful campground! Would love to return in the fall to check out the foliage.
#roamingtheempire #rving #classARV #motorhome #mncamping

Seriously guys, not being able to get outside real

Seriously guys, not being able to get outside really stinks. After making reservations, then cancelling them, and scheduling again... it's making us a little cranky. So when we all get the green light to go camping, where will you all be headed and what fun activities do you have planned? We'll be staying at a state park. We're looking forward to grilling up some yummy meals and sipping wine by the campfire!
Hope you all are healthy and safe. Be well! 🤗

We got alot of questions after our first winter ca

We got alot of questions after our first winter camping trip last month. Were we warm enough? Did things crack or break? What about frozen tanks and winterizing? We are no experts by any means, but we figured we'd just get out there and try it. We had electricity HU, and the furnace kept us nice and toasty. We also have an electric space heater to help conserve propane. We brought plenty of water for drinking/cooking, washing dishes and hands, flushing the toilet, etc. I have 2 plastic basins in the kitchen sink for washing things and after I was finished, we dumped the water outside. We made sure the black tank had plenty of antifreeze and room for expansion. We didn't need to de-winterize, we just had to tweak how we did things. Prep meals ahead of time so they can be reheated in the microwave or oven, use paper plates, etc. The way we see it, a motorhome isn't just a three season vehicle. With a few adjustments, it can be enjoyed year round. Many RV parks are seasonal, but there are several state parks that are open (and maintained) year round. Heck, there are full timers out there who love winter camping. We really enjoyed it! It was extremely quiet, no bugs, few people, and warm enough to sit by the fire and go hiking. Definitely will be heading out again before Spring hits. Do any of you winter camp? How have your experiences been and where'd you stay? We'd love to hear from you!
#roamingtheempire #rvcouple #rvlifestyle #mnwinter #emptynesters #rvminnesota #wintercamping

Our first time winter camping!! Beautiful weekend

Our first time winter camping!! Beautiful weekend for a quick getaway in Minneopa State Park in Mankato, MN. We camped here last fall and loved it. There is an area of the park where a herd of bison roam free and visitors can drive through to view them. It is really cool to see them up close, and we navigated the roads through the enclosure just fine. Hiking trails are well marked and maintained. There are also some beautiful waterfalls near the office that we will check out tomorrow (photos will be posted). It's not too far from home, but far enough away to feel like a mini vacation which is perfect for spontaneous decisions to pack up and go. Winters in Minnesota are long and cold, so being able to get outside and enjoy nature on a beautiful day is awesome! And NO BUGS! 👍
Hope you all are enjoying your weekend! 🚍⛄🏕 #roamingtheempire #rvcouple #rvlifestyle #rvnomads #emptynesters #rvminnesota

That's one way to stop the boomerang! 😂 #roami

That's one way to stop the boomerang! 😂

#roamingtheempire #rvcouple #rvlifestyle #rvnomads #emptynesters

Our baby Ripley hibernating. Looking forward to po

Our baby Ripley hibernating. Looking forward to possibly winter camping soon. We'll see what happens!
#roamingtheempire #rvcouple #rvlifestyle #rvnomads #mnwinter #emptynesters

Hello there! Jesse & Willa here. We are recent emp

Hello there! Jesse & Willa here. We are recent empty nesters embarking on the next chapter of our lives. After raising four children for almost 3 decades, we were faced with that daunting question that all parents have when the youngest flies the coop... what now? We decided that we wanted to spend more quality time connecting with each other and traveling. Last year, we bought a 32' Class A motorhome and as soon as the weather warmed up, we hit the road every chance we got. Our goal is to see as much of this great country as possible, and we'll be sharing our adventures with you all! We will provide information about our stays, as well as reviews, suggestions, tips and lots of beautiful photos. So, tag along as we Roam the Empire!
#roamingtheempire #roadtrip #rving #classARV #motorhome #gorving #forestriver #emptynesters #grownandflown #mnstateparks #wisconsinstateparks #freedom #ontheroad #BlackstoneGriddles #ganderoutdoors #pleasurelandrv #rvcamping #rvlife #greatoutdoors #nature #outdoorgrilling #outdoorliving #rvchefs #getoutside #tourism #traveler #rvadventures #rvcouple #rvlifestyle #rvnomads

Lamb's Resort during October. We had every type of

Lamb's Resort during October. We had every type of weather on this trip. Snow, sleet rain and hail. That made trying to park this beast even more fun considering the hookups were on the passenger side and our hoses weren't long enough. What a logistical nightmare, but we figured it out and had a great time. Absolutely gorgeous resort right on Lake Superior. Very clean, well thought out design and awesome staff. My favorite camping location to date!! Definitely going back!! #roamingtheempire #mntravel #rvcouple #rvlifestyle #lambsresort #northernminnesota

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Scenic State Park- Bigfork, MN

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