Nickerson Chronicles
Life's Greatest Adventures
Dad Life • Travel • BBQ • Cars
Follow along for family adventures, backyard BBQ, Porsche moments, and everyday stories worth sharing.
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August 23, 2026
Day 1 of reviving our 2010 Tahoe Q4 trailer: lifting the hull out of the sand, draining stagnant bilge water, and tackling stubborn salt-rusted lug nuts on Oak Island.
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July 26, 2026
Stepping up to the big leagues with a 10-lb brisket overnight on the Kamado Joe. We break down the 225°F baseline, the 170°F butcher paper wrap, the 207°F finish, and key lessons for next time.
July 17, 2026
After sitting untouched for eight years on the North Carolina coast, our 2010 Tahoe Q4 is getting a second life. Follow our DIY restoration journey as we tackle flat trailer tires, MerCruiser 3.0L MPI de-winterization, and outdrive servicing to get back on the Intracoastal Waterway by spring.
July 16, 2026
A day on Bald Head Island: navigating the ferry, renting a golf cart from Island Adventure, sipping craft cocktails at Jailhouse Provisions, visiting the sea turtle sanctuary, and drinks at Jules.
June 20, 2026
A beautiful Saturday afternoon driveway detailing session featuring a Porsche Boxster foam wash and a deep-cleaning battle against weeks of heavy brake dust buildup on a daily driver Acura MDX.
May 18, 2026
A day soaking in Baldi Hot Springs near Arenal, Costa Rica: over 20 volcanic mineral pools, cold plunges, poolside casados and ceviche, and local ice cream at Pops.
April 9, 2026
Learn how to make fall-off-the-bone tender beef short ribs from Costco using an InstaPot. A perfect "off-the-grill" meal with potatoes and carrots.
Family adventures and hidden gems from around the world.
BrowseBoxster maintenance, repairs, and weekend garage projects.
BrowseLow-and-slow mastery — recipes, techniques, and smoke science.
BrowsePersonal reflections and the moments that make life meaningful.
BrowseThis is a journal of adventures — from family travel around the world to garage sessions with a Porsche Boxster, to the backyard where patience and smoke create the perfect BBQ. Life's best experiences don't just happen — we create them.
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