Once upon a time, a long time ago (2006), two crazy kids decided to take a sabbatical. They dubbed it the Grand Adventure and with Cassie as their steadfast home on wheels, they departed for the beauty, serenity, and adventure of the Canadian West and Alaska.

Grand Marais is a perfect small town, with busy streets and many cool things to do. Got a trailer? No problem. Head to the RV and tent campsite with 300 campsites to choose from. Want a nice calm site? Head to the tent camping area, where campers are easy going, and it is usually …