About Us

Seeking the Scenic Route was founded by Garrett Kline and Morgan Timm, two born-and-raised midwesterners living in the Quad Cities with a love for the outdoors, travel, and road-tripping.



About Morgan Timm

I’m not new to the blogging world – I started my first blog, Mostly Morgan, as a college freshman back in 2014. Since then, my world has revolved around sharing my writing online.

I spent three years working full-time for a NYC based tech company before taking the plunge and beginning to write as my own boss full-time in May 2019.

A few of my favorite things are hiking, collecting plants, going on drives, Barnes & Noble runs, reading, writing, and crafting. More than any other dream of mine, my #1 goal is to become a published author. I’m currently working on my first book – a young adult thriller.

My travel bucket list

I plan on seeing the world, but at the top of my list there are a few stand-outs:

  • Alberta, Canada
  • Ireland
  • New Zealand
  • Zion National Park

About Garrett Kline

I am a born-and-raised, 24 year old Illinoisan who, unlike Morgan, is new to the blogging world but am always ready for a new adventure. I currently work full-time at St. Ambrose University in Davenport, Iowa, as an Instructional Designer assisting in the development of courses. I am also a doctoral student at the University of Illinois studying Education Policy, Organization & Leadership.

Some hobbies of mine include traveling, hiking, watching sports, and spending time with friends and family. Once I complete my doctorate degree, I would like to teach instructional design or education policy at the college level.

My travel bucket list

Traveling to as many places possible is the ultimate goal for me and listed below are some destinations that have always caught my eye and am eager to see:

  • Banff National Park, Canada
  • Yosemite Valley, USA
  • Ireland
  • Geiranger Fjord, Norway
  • Antelope Canyon, USA
  • Giza Pyramids, Egypt