Allie Author

Hi, I'm Allie. Just a 50-something hiker chick reminding you to live your best life!

Understanding My Midlife Crisis: A Personal Reflection and Path Forward

At 52, I came to the realization that I am experiencing my midlife crisis. Feeling isolated and uncertain about her...

What I Did with My Old Hiking Shoes will Surprise You

What do you do with your old hiking shoes that you can’t wear anymore? Welcome, I’m Allie. I’ve been living full time on the road since 2020. These...

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Hiking Joshua Tree Mastodon Mine Loop Trail

Awesome scenic hike that is not to be missed by any respectable hiker. Take a hike in Joshua Tree National Park – the Mastodon Mine Loop Trail! Which...

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Broke but Hopeful: My Exciting Future as an RV Nomad

Never give up on your dreams. I’m 52. Broke. And heartbroken. But I’m still chasing my dreams of travel. Welcome, I’m Allie. I’ve been living...

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Why You Should NOT Live as a Nomad : Challenges of Living on the Road

You’re interested in living in a van, RV or skoolie yet don’t know where to start. You’ve landed at the right place. These are the...

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11 Benefits of Full Time Living in a Motorhome

Why live a nomadic life? What are the benefits of full time living in a motorhome? I’m so glad you asked — because I’ve been living this lifestyle...

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The Problem with Getting Mail on the Road: Full Time RV Living

Where do full time RV nomads get their mail? This was not a question I actually ever pondered until I was asked to fill out a special form in order to keep my...

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Kicked Out! Don’t Trust the State

I’m Allie. Nomad. Outdoorswoman. 50 something. Lover of cheeseburgers. NOT Just Another Day on Public Land Paradise I woke up this morning in a foul...

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Free and Quiet Camping in Western Arizona

I’ve always been one to seek out quiet places.  This certainly includes one of the most loud nights of the year – New Year’s Eve. By the time...

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What We Found in the California Desert

I sure did miss being a nomad.   More than I thought I would. Solo Again, This Time in Flagstaff, Arizona Back in June of 2023 I found myself solo...

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