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There’s a certain kind of person who keeps the van packed long after most have called it for the season. The forecast looks dicey — maybe a stretch of sun, maybe a wall of gray. This time of year, every trip feels like a bit of a gamble. You might roll into camp to find golden light spilling through the pines, or you might wake to a tent rattling in sleet. But that’s part of the fun, isn’t it? The unpredictability keeps th …

Under the Same Sky — A Season for Slowing Down Lately the nights have started creeping in a little earlier. The mornings hang onto that chill a little longer. Whether you’re parked under a patch of pines, in your driveway, or somewhere down a gravel road... it's undeniable the change is settling in. And still, it’s the same sky above us. That deep blue stretch that’s guided travelers for generations. Maybe that’s wha …

October has always been a harvest month. Fields are cleared, crops are pulled in, and what gets saved is what carries people through the colder days ahead. For van folks, it’s not so different. We gather what we’ve got, pack it carefully, and make the most of the space we have. This season has a way of showing us that holding onto everything isn’t the goal. The trees drop their leaves, the ground goes quiet, and what’s lef …

Freedom Campers Arrive at Van Cafe: Compact Adventure Big news for Van Cafe! We’re now the official Colorado dealer for Freedom Campers, the lightweight, fully customizable truck bed campers built for travelers who like simplicity, comfort, and the open road. Freedom Campers combine durable construction with smart design — roomy enough for what you need, but compact enough for any trail or tailgate. Each unit is crafted with insulated …