Amanda Ketola

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Location
Lake Ozark, MO
School
University of New Mexico, Kaplan College
Expertise
Full-time RVer, Lifelong Gardener, Outdoor Enthusiast
  • Amanda has been roaming the country full time in her RV since 2021.
  • She is a talented gardener that's currently obsessed with cultivating portable potted gardens.
  • This wildflower enthusiast has a gleaming portfolio of tens of thousands of flora photographs from around the U.S.

Experience

Amanda is a passionate outdoors enthusiast, devoted wildflower photographer, and talented nature writer who brings a heartfelt perspective to every feature. She's been crafting engaging stories about travel, gardening, and wild adventures for more than eight years. When she's not exploring the country in her fifth-wheel toy hauler, you'll find her tending to her portable herb garden, exploring the densest forests, and yakking around the campfire. Her practical and innovative advice inspires our readers to dig in and discover the outdoors.

Education

Amanda has an associate's degree in veterinary technology and is pursuing her bachelor's in paralegal studies.

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Stories By Amanda Ketola