07/29/2026
Some of the best moments on the road are the ones you never see coming.
At the Port Clinton Pirate Festival, we had the opportunity to meet Scott from Ohio History Hunter and his incredible team. We thought we were just stopping by to learn a little about metal detecting...
Instead, Scott spent time teaching Dean how to use a detector, explaining how history is hiding just beneath our feet if you're willing to slow down and look.
Watching Dean's curiosity grow with every beep was amazing.
Then Scott did something that completely caught us off guard.
He gifted Dean and Gertie their very own metal detector.
I'm not going to lie... I cried.
It wasn't just the gift—it was the kindness behind it. Scott didn't just hand them a metal detector. He handed them a new adventure, a new hobby, and another way to explore the places we travel.
Dean has been talking about all the places he wants to search ever since, and Gertie is already convinced she's going to find pirate treasure. ❤️
Scott, thank you for your generosity, your passion for history, and for taking the time to invest in our kids. Moments like this are why we love this community.
We can't wait to see where this new adventure takes us.
And yes... our full Port Clinton Pirate Festival video is coming soon to YouTube!