Archive - The Microescape of Independent Traveler

Your own paddling safari!

Bike, beer, birds and a kayak (no alligators, scout's honor 🤚)

Jun 20 •

Our favorite camp cooking methods

Just say no to freeze-dried!

Jun 6 •

May 2025

Go out for breakfast ...literally!

Turn your morning meal into a microescape.

May 23 •

February 2025

Let's go Tarping!

Seize the rainy days ahead! 🌦

Feb 28 •

Live large, pack small!

Fall in love with Brompton: your instant getaway tool ❤️

Feb 14 •

January 2025

December 2024

Time for a quick coffee break?

Let's take a breather.

Dec 20, 2024 •

20 Cold-Weather Microescapes

Make your Chicago winter awesome ❄️❄️❄️

Dec 6, 2024 •

November 2024

Sandhill Crane Migration

Skip Black Friday, and watch nature on the move!

Nov 22, 2024 •

A tiny flame 🔥 to warm you wherever you go

Nov 8, 2024 •

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