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August 20, 2025 56 mins

Our epic 2024 Summer Camping Trip continues! In this episode, we share the story of how our decision to skip running a marathon led to an incredible extended adventure near the Grand Tetons and an unexpected visit to Yellowstone National Park.

What You'll Hear In This Episode

  • The Marathon Decision: How we chose to extend our trip by skipping a planned marathon
  • Grand Tetons Extension: Why we decided to stay longer in this breathtaking area
  • Yellowstone Visit: Our visit to one of America's most iconic national parks
  • Hiking Adventures: Details about the trails we explored and what we discovered
  • Food & Dining: Where and what we ate during our extended camping adventure
  • Old Faithful Experience: Our visit to the famous geyser and what made it special
  • Marrying Passions Tips: Practical advice on how to integrate your passions into everyday life

Key Themes

  • Adventure Flexibility: How being open to change can lead to amazing experiences
  • New Opportunities: The rewards of saying "yes" to different experiences
  • Life Integration: Strategies for weaving your passions into daily routines

Listen for practical tips throughout the episode on how you can:

  • Build flexibility into your own travel and adventure plans
  • Make decisions that align with your passions
  • Create space in your schedule for new opportunities
  • Balance planned activities with room for serendipity

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https://marryingyourpassions.com

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Places mentioned in this episode that we recommend!

National Parks:

Grand Teton National Park

Yellowstone National Park

Campgrounds:

Fireside Buffalo Valley RV Park - Buffalo Valley - Moran, WY

Restaurants/Distilleries/Etc.:

Annie’s Thai Kitchen - Jackson, WY

Doran’s Pizza and Pasta Co - Jackson, WY

Other helpful links:

Old Faithful Visitor Information from the National Park Service

Watch Old Faithful Erupt Live on the Webcam

Stay tuned as our 2024 Summer Camping Trip adventure continues...

As always, we'd love to hear how you're marrying your passions to your everyday life! Share your stories with us on social media or send us a message.

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