If you are taking a trip to the Salt Lake City area, or maybe even a neighboring town like Ogden for powder country, make sure to save a day for Antelope Island State Park. Located in the middle of the Great Salt Lake, Antelope Island State Park is the largest island in the lake. And possibly the most surprising. History …
Kyrgyzstan is one of those exotic nations that few people have heard about. Even those few who are aware of this central Asian nation know little about it. However, Kyrgyzstan boasts some of the world’s most beautiful mountain scenery. Approximately 80% of the country is covered by the Tian Shan mountain range. Within this range are found hidden lakes, picturesque …
Instead of the traditional flowers, candy and a candlelight dinner and the constant commercialism surrounding Valentine’s Day, how about going on an adventure instead? These are my recommendations for a Valentine’s Day to help bring you closer together and closer to nature. Have a powder day February 14th falls right in the middle of the snowiest part of winter for …
The holidays are upon us and as much as I hate to hop on the bandwagon, I want you to know my top gifts for the Adventurer in your life. Especially if that adventurer is you. These are my top picks for gifts to help you and your family get outside more. I use all of these products myself and …
Most of you know that I am a big fan of the book, and movie, Wild. And if you didn’t know. Well, now you do. So, when our river cruise docked next to the Bridge of the Gods, I was more than a little excited. For those of you not all that familiar with Cheryl Strayed’s Wild, the Bridge of …
If you were to ask me if I would ever go on a cruise my answer was usually no. I was never really interested in being on a large ship with hundreds of other people, gorging myself on buffet dinners and all I could drink cocktails. I am making a disgusted face just thinking about it. The short stops on …
During my hike on the Presidential Traverse trail a lot of people asked me if I was afraid hiking alone. I also had a lot of worried loved ones, who openly told me they thought it was a bad idea. It got me thinking about how one stays safe on a trail like the Presidential Traverse. In the beginning I …
For many, the Lake of the Clouds Hut, in New Hampshire’s White Mountains, is a bucket list item. There are 3 huts along the Presidential Traverse Trail run by the Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC). The Mt. Madison hut, next to Mt. Madison, naturally, the Mizpah hut next to Mount Jefferson, and the Lake of the Clouds Hut, next to Mt. …
Long Island, in Nova Scotia’s Digby County, is generally not on one’s travel radar. But it’s worth the visit. And I’m not just saying that because I’m from the area. The small fishing villages, incredible whale watching and fresh seafood should be enough to lure you in. But if not the hike to Balancing Rock will seal the deal. Following …
All the Azorean islands have something special to share and São Miguel is no exception. Western São Miguel is shrouded in mystery, and sometimes clouds. Lots of clouds. Hiking If you get a nice day to see western São Miguel, do it. Heading to Sete Cidades (Seven Cities) there are lots of hiking options with some incredible views. …