It was fitting that the one day it rained, my friend Linda left to head back to reality. It wasn't fun to bid her...
Adventures Articles
Switzerland and Italy – Part Uno
I can't say I'm a big fan of math, but I've found it helps pass the time when running a long distance. Trying to...
A Crusty Butt Weekend
"Don't worry, I'll make solid steps." It wasn't exactly the solidity of the steps that worried me. It was the fact...
Talkeetna: Funky Mountain Town with the World’s Best Cinnamon Rolls
[slideshow]In true Life Bus fashion, Pam. Greg, Todd, and I were continuing our Alaskan adventure by driving to Denali National Park to try our hand at backpacking in Denali's backcountry. On the highway to Denali we saw signs for Talkeetna and veered off the road to...
The Awesomeness that is St. John’s USVI
Who knew that you could find quiet beaches, secluded hikes, pristine snorkeling, and an environmentally friendly resort in the Caribbean without shelling out hundreds of dollars a night? Todd and I certainly didn't until we happened upon St. John's USVI and the...
Yes, you can sleep like a baby while backpacking
I am the kind of person who can sleep anywhere, anytime and yet I have never been able to get a good night's sleep while backpacking. Despite the extensive collection of sleeping pads I have amassed (5), I have until recently been unsuccessful in achieving my...
One Perfect Weekend in the Indian Peaks Wilderness
[slideshow]In a state filled with so many iconic images, it's hard to find one that seems to still be somewhat of a secret. So, when I heard about Lone Eagle Peak in the Indian Peaks Wilderness from a good friend of mine, I was instantly hooked by the images of this...
Fun and easy singletrack ride close to Colorado Springs and Denver
[slideshow]For those days when you just want to relax, have fun, and see some pretty scenery I recommend a mountain bike ride near Larkspur, CO. Todd, Pam, and I rode some nice, smooth singletrack at the Spruce Mountain Open Space. Now if you're thinking epic single...
The Life Bus Begins
Hello world! Welcome to the Life Bus! So I'm guessing you might be wondering what exactly is the "Life Bus?" The Life Bus is a concept that grew out of a group of very close friends who collectively had that a-ha moment at dinner one night. We were all talking...
Where the Life Bus has ventured
If you were wondering what kinds of information and adventures you would find on this blog, check out these photos. They will give you a glimpse into the places we Life Busers have ventured and what kinds of things we like to do. In addition to our new...