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What I Heart RVing is all about
Welcome to our I Heart RVing! We are your go-to source for all things RVing, designed to inspire and inform the outdoor enthusiast in you. Our mission is to provide you with inspiring outdoor imagery across the United States, tips and tricks for all kinds of RVing, and fun activities to do on the road. We are passionate about creating unforgettable experiences for our readers, offering them the opportunity to embrace the life they've always wanted. As outdoor enthusiasts ourselves, we understand the transformative power of nature and its ability to bring out the best in us. Our magazine is designed to help you embrace this power and awaken your lifelong love for the outdoors. At our core, we believe that a life outdoors is a life well-lived, and we are committed to supporting sustainable business and helping to protect our natural resources. We are proud to serve as your trusted partner in all your outdoor adventures, whether you're new to RVing or a seasoned pro. Join us on this journey and let us help you make the most of your time on the road!
About the Team
Adam Acosta
About Adam:
Born on the outskirts of Albuquerque, New Mexico, I have always been drawn to the great outdoors – especially the Southwest. At a young age I moved to Salt Lake City, Utah where the gorgeous Rocky Mountains became a canvas for many beautiful adventures throughout my life. Attended college in Southern California and eventually moved back to Salt Lake City to play professional soccer for Real Salt Lake and the Charleston Battery in South Carolina.
After falling in love with fly fishing 15+ years ago, it’s continued to be my main hobby – the one that allows me to escape the busy life and connect with this beautiful country we live in. Having lived in multiple states, traveled across the nation, and experiencing various countries, I’m continuously enamored by the beauty of the western states. It’s quite difficult to imagine my life without the Yellowstone River in the expansive state of Montana, fishing the Green River below the Flaming Gorge Dam in Dutch John, Utah, sitting by a fire under the bright stars in the open Land of Enchantment in New Mexico, marrying a girl from Idaho and camping together in Wyoming with our two wonderful kids, golfing on some of the nation’s most pristine courses in Scottsdale, Arizona, or traveling to enjoy a favorite artist at the famous Red Rocks Amphitheater in Denver, Colorado.
Favorite outdoor adventure: Fly Fishing
What is a core value that you believe IHeartRVing should embody? Genuine and honest conversation surrounding anything to do with the outdoors.
David Petsolt
About David:
As an avid traveler and seeker of new experiences, my life has been a series of unforgettable journeys and thrilling escapades. The sense of adventure that drives me has led me to explore the unknown, pushing my limits, and always eager to discover what lies around the next bend.
Unforgettable Moments: Via Ferrata in the Dolomites
One of my most memorable outdoor adventures was a family trip to the Dolomites in Italy, where we embarked on a via ferrata hike. This exhilarating “hiking” experience, complete with stunning views and adrenaline-pumping moments, was undeniably the best our family has ever had. As we navigated the iron pathways and climbed the majestic mountains, we created lasting memories that we continue to cherish today.
The Heart of IHeartRVing: Embracing Community
For me, the core value that IHeartRVing should embody is community. This means connecting our followers, subscribers, and ourselves through shared experiences and love for the open road. By cultivating a sense of togetherness, we can create a space where everyone feels welcome and supported in their RV adventures.
Adventures and Misadventures: The Algarve and Beyond
One of the best places I’ve ever camped was in the Algarve region of Southern Portugal. With its amazing views and excellent surfing opportunities right from the RV, it was an experience that combined my love for adventure and the great outdoors. However, not all my RV adventures have gone smoothly. I once drove an RV over a fire hydrant and, despite my best efforts, found myself surrounded by various local authorities, including the Police, Fire Department, Water and Sewer, Town Planning, and Sheriffs Department. Fortunately, I was able to bring my “A” game, and to my relief, I managed to escape without a fine. These unique experiences, both the ups, and downs, have helped shape my RVing journey and remind me of the incredible stories and connections that make the RV community so special.
Nate (N8) Kennedy
About Nate:
I grew up in Minnesota, so I’ve spent a lot of time outdoors – even in January. In 2006, I become an Expedition and Outdoor Photographer, which is a fancy way of way of saying I was basically homeless, with a camera and an old Land Rover. It set me up for some great adventures, though, and lead me to this point. In 2010 my friend, Ricardo, and I started a luxury camping tour business in Puerto Rico. With his beautiful Land Rovers, we took clients to fascinating places, serving up first class treatment the whole time. When we weren’t on tour, I lived in an RV. With Sebastian, my officemate. He’s in a sanctuary now, with a huge amount of land to roam, truly living his best life. The gear we chose meant everything, so I spent a lot of time researching and getting to know equipment that makes RVing and camping better.
I’ve always been a writer, too, and after we ended our tours in Puerto Rico, I started writing product video and employee training videos for national retailers. You can see a bunch of the videos I’ve written on big box websites.
The work I’m doing on the AskNate videos is the same thing I do in my free time. I camp, travel, get outdoors, follow my camera, and write about. I love it!
Favorite outdoor adventure: Hammock camping on a beach with one end tied to a Land Rover, the other end tied to a tree.
What is a core value that you believe IHeartRVing should embody? ‘Community’ is a big word. I use it in a way that says we can experience more, learn more, and explore more, with each other–based on what we share–without getting in each other’s way. Whether it’s RV knowledge, info about the latest gear, where to go, or more importantly- what we can do to add to our quality of life because of this hobby/passion, there’s a lot to explore that RVing and camping can take you to. But it sure seems to always come back to the people you were with when you did it.
The best place you’ve ever camped: Copper Harbor, Michigan. We were doing a circle tour of Lake Superior, trying to stay off-pavement as much as possible. This place was incredible, and so remote- so we thought. We had the most beautiful night, beautiful sunrise, but by 10am on a Saturday, about 25 other vehicles came through, and we were basically camping in the parking area of a pretty popular place. Haha So beautiful, though.
Best RV Stories: Sebastian, the turtle and my ‘officemate’ in Puerto Rico would wake me up in the morning by rubbing his shell on different parts of the RV. When I went outside, he would do laps around the area I was working, and was really social and friendly. He wanted to be a part of the action, and even got along with the dogs.
All-time favorite hike: El Yunque Rainforest, Puerto Rico. The hike to the top.
Larry Norris
Born in the beautiful town of Mesa, Arizona, I have always been drawn to the captivating desert outdoors. At a young age, I constantly explored the vast desert in my local area, going on hikes, road trips, and campouts. I attended college in Utah, where I had the opportunity to explore new scenery filled with stunning mountains, lakes, and hiking trails. After school, I moved to Southern California and enjoyed being a “beach bum,” surfing nearly every day. Nowadays, I reside in Arizona. Although I miss the beaches of California, I’m glad to be able to reconnect with my desert roots once again.
What is your favorite outdoor adventure? Road-tripping to Cannon Beach and exploring the lush hikes near Portland, Oregon.
What is one value you think IHeartRVing should stand for? The belief that you’re never too old to explore the outdoors as you did when you were a kid.
What is the best place you’ve ever camped and why? The best place was actually the worst place, mainly because it led to so many funny memories that I can look back on. It was a snow campout with a group of my high school buddies. We camped somewhere in Northern Arizona near Flagstaff in the middle of winter. Unbeknownst to us desert boys, we went camping in a full-blown blizzard. With the roads closed and us being broke high school teenagers, we had to stick it out for the night, which resulted in the best/worst camping story.
Do you have any RV Stories? I have yet to spend time in an RV, so I am open to an adventure. However, the best RV story I know of is about Walter and Jesse and their little fiasco (if you know, you know).
What is your all-time favorite hike? The Superstition Springs Flatiron hike has got to be one of the best.
Laurie Zak
About Laurie:
I’m a North Carolina native and a true Southern girl!
My number one love is my family, and nothing gives me more quality time with them than RVing. I grew up RVing with my amazing parents and siblings. I come from a huge family. My natural parents were foster parents, who have raised over 40 children throughout their life. What began as a cost-effective (and no-occupancy-limit) way to vacation, became a cherished family tradition.
Our family continues to RV, and we have passed the RV life to the next generation as well. I feel extremely blessed to live and work in the industry I hold so dear.
What is your favorite outdoor adventure? I love being on the water! Traveling down the intracoastal waterway and eventually landing on Bird Island, South Carolina is my happy place!
What is one value you think IHeartRVing should stand for? Connection. I hope that our medium helps connect people with what they want and need for their best RV experience.
