Big Man Tiny Kingdom

I love spring. It's my birth month, and the best time for camping in AZ before the summer heat takes over. Before I take on brand new adventures, I decided to share some of my favorite outdoors destinations.

Recently, I visited Fort Verde State Historic Park to learn more about this past Arizona military compound, and to embrace some of America's and Arizona's true black superheroes, The Buffalo Soldiers.

MLK's impact on me goes back to my junior high school days when I first recited the historical "I Have A Dream" speech. Today, I continue doing my part to honor the life and legacy of one the greatest men America has ever known.

One word - Wow. I got to tour a small piece of heaven on earth when I made a visit to Kartchner Caverns for some cabin camping and a walk through of the Rotunda and Big Room underground caves.

Big Man Tiny Kingdom Episode 23. Release date: November 17, 2022. Topic: The camping setup and products I have in my 2021 Chevy Silverado aka Raven. 

Big Man Tiny Kingdom Episode 22. Release date: October 17, 2022. Topic: Review of my cabin stay at Dead Horse Ranch State Park in Cottonwood, Arizona.

Thy kingdom will come, but only if the work is done. On this episode, I talk about the tiny home I want and compare owning an RV to current day rent prices. Music by SqueezeIt Productions and Azarel Publishing LLC.

Big Man Tiny Kingdom Episode 20. Release date: August 17, 2022. Topic: The West coast and Pacific Ocean were calling my name, but I ended up satisfied with an epic camping trip along the Colorado River and several Arizona state parks: Alamo Lake, Buckskin Mountain, River Island, Cattail Cove, and Lake Havasu. Music by SqueezeIt Productions, 3Days, and Azarel Publishing LLC.

Big Man Tiny Kingdom Episode 19. Release date: July 17, 2022. Topic: When it comes to RV camping rigs, this big man loves the tiny stuff. I talk with Dr. Tony Cella, professor at Benedictine University, about what it's like to travel to camping destinations in his Ranger 12 Aliner. Music by SqueezeIt Productions, 3Days, and Azarel Publishing LLC.

Big Man Tiny Kingdom Episode 18. Release date: June 17, 2022. Topic: Summer's here. Time for some fun in the sun, which there's plenty in Arizona. I look back at one of my favorite summer memories - Sedona 2012 where I visited Slide Rock State Park for some hiking, sightseeing, and playing in the water. Music by SqueezeIt Productions, 3Days, and Azarel Publishing LLC.

Big Man Tiny Kingdom Episode 17. Release date: May 17, 2022. Topic: I recently made my annual revisit to Lake Pleasant, one of my favorite Arizona regional parks, but disruptive camping neighbors and poor property management make this time around an "unpleasant" stay. Music by SqueezeIt Productions and Azarel Publishing LLC.

Big Man Tiny Kingdom Episode 16. Release date: April 17, 2022. Topic: Review of campgrounds at Usery Mountain Regional Park, Mesa AZ. Everything about it that makes it a park I like to visit multiple times a year. Music by Azarel Publishing LLC.

Big Man Tiny Kingdom Episode 15. Release date: March 17, 2022. Topic: My very first day fishing in Arizona. Lucky me, I got to hang out at Dead Horse Ranch State Park in Cottonwood, AZ with Elisabeth and Neil of the Arizona State Parks while learning fun facts about fishing, bird watching, the Verde River, and a bunch of other cool things about the state parks in Arizona. Music by Beatsmith Productions.

Big Man Tiny Kingdom Episode 14. Release date: February 17, 2022. Topic: Review of Voyager RV Resort and Hotel in Tucson, Arizona. Music provided by Azarel Publishing LLC.

Big Man Tiny Kingdom Episode 13. Release date: January 17, 2022. Topic: Explaining what drew my attention to minimalism. Music provided by Big Squeeze/SqueezeIt Productions, and Azarel & 'Em Publishing.

Big Man Tiny Kingdom Episode 12. Release date: December 17, 2021. Topic: Season finale. Recap of season 1, and what to expect next season. Explaining what Big Man Tiny Kingdom is all about. Music provided by Big Squeeze/SqueezeIt Productions, 99centbeatz.com, 3Days, and Azarel & 'Em Publishing.

Big Man Tiny Kingdom Episode 11. Release date: November 17, 2021. Topic: Review of campgrounds at Catalina State Park and Voyager RV Resort, Tucson AZ. First time camping in a rented RV from Cruise America. Music provided by 99centbeatz.com.

Big Man Tiny Kingdom Episode 10. Release date: October 17, 2021. Topic: How I handle sleep apnea and using a CPAP machine while camping. Music for this episode provided by 99CentBeatz.

Big Man Tiny Kingdom Episode 9. Release date: September 17, 2021. Topic: Review of the cabin and tent site that I enjoyed while camping at Lost Dutchman State Park, located in Apache Junction, Arizona.. Music for this episode provided by Tone Jonez.

Big Man Tiny Kingdom Episode 8. Release date: August 17, 2021. Topic: Comparing the cost of camping to what I spent on AirBNB and VRBO during a recent summer vacation getaway. Music for this episode provided by 99centbeatz.com.

Big Man Tiny Kingdom Episode 7. Release date: July 17, 2021. Topic: Review of the White Tank Mountains Regional Park campgrounds in Waddell, AZ. It's summer time, it's uncomfortably hot in Arizona, but the high temps don't stop me from getting outside. But did I experience some heat exhaustion as a result? Music for this episode provided by Big Squeeze/SqueezeIt Productions, and 3Days/Azarel Publishing LLC.

Big Man Tiny Kingdom Episode 6. Release date: June 17, 2021. Topic: The importance of having family vacations, starting and continuing outdoor activities that are carried on over generations. Music for this episode produced by TheBeatHive Productions.

Big Man Tiny Kingdom Episode 5. Release date: May 17, 2021. Topic: Review of campgrounds at Lyman Lake State Park, Saint Johns, AZ. My reaction to black people saying that they are only interested in lodging at black-owned campgrounds for racial safety. Music for this episode provided by TheBeatHive Productions.

Big Man Tiny Kingdom Episode 4. Release date: April 17, 2021. Topic: Statistics and my opinions surrounding black people and camping, or the lack thereof. Sources: https://worldpopulationreview.com/state-rankings/black-population-by-state https://www.statista.com/statistics/415948/ethnic-distribution-of-campers-north-america/ https://archive.curbed.com/2019/4/24/18514077/campers-millennials-camping-van-life-glamping https://newrepublic.com/article/114621/national-parks-popular-white-people-not-minorities-why

Big Man Tiny Kingdom Episode 003. Release date: March 17, 2021. Topic: Review of cabin resort at Kohl's Ranch Lodge in Payson, Arizona.

Big Man Tiny Kingdom Episode 002. Release date: February 17, 2021. Topic: Solo camping. Sharing my pursuit of camping happy-ness, and what nature stuff scares the hell out of me.

Big Man Tiny Kingdom Episode 001. Release date: January 17, 2021. Topic: Review of campgrounds at Lake Pleasant Regional Park, Morristown AZ. Story about my encounter with a skunk.