The Story So Far
It all started with an FJ Cruiser, a love of exploring, and the idea that adventure doesn’t need a passport.
I’m Mike: dad, web nerd, and weekend wanderer with a camera. Adventure Adjacent is my ongoing attempt to explore the backroads, fix things (eventually), and maybe teach myself a few new tricks along the way.
It’s not about flexing. It’s about fun, gear that works, and making memories. If you’ve ever taken the long way home, you’ll fit right in. Stick around.
If our paths cross, I promise: I’m not lost. Just curious.
Field Notes
Aggressive Kindness: From Mosh Pits to Forest Roads
Punk rock taught me more about community than any classroom. From mosh pit etiquette to forest roads and livestream chats, this is the story of how “Aggressive Kindness” became my guiding rule: pick people up, make space, and leave things better than you found them.
Why My Live Streams Are Part of Adventure Adjacent (Not a Detour)
Too cold to wrench, too busy to travel. Here’s why live streams (trucking, hunting, etc.) still count as Adventure Adjacent, and how they keep curiosity warm.
