Kings Canyon National Park is often overshadowed by neighboring Sequoia and Yosemite but it is definitely worth a visit. A popular way to visit this park is to lump it in with a trip to the other two. That is exactly what we did – two days in Yosemite, one day in King’s Canyon and then one day in Sequoia National Park. In this post, we will discuss the best things to do in Kings Canyon National Park in one day….
If you’re looking to travel in 2024, you’re in luck! There are some amazing places to visit this year. From the beaches of Thailand to the mountains of Canada to the desert of Utah, there’s something for everyone. In this blog post, we’ll talk about some of the best places to travel in 2024 and why you should consider adding them to your travel bucket list. Your resolutions don’t have to be about weight loss – you can use them…
Back before I knew much about COVID, I applied for an overnight permit for The Enchantments hike in Washington State. After lockdown began, I found out I won the golden ticket – an overnight permit lottery win for 2 to the Core Enchantments – one of the most coveted wilderness permits out there. Before I go too much further, this hike is incredibly difficult and if you are considering it, please be prepared, both physically and mentally as it was…
Neither words nor pictures could possibly describe the beauty of New Zealand. And while I thought that the North Island was incredibly cool, I can see why some people only ever make it to the South Island of New Zealand. It was incredible and the country really has something for everyone. While we chose to go on more adventurous hiking in most of our destinations, there were plenty of short walks and stunning sights to be seen from the comfort…
Visiting the turquoise blue waters of Havasupai is high on many people’s Arizona bucket list. This May marked my second trip to Havasupai so I wanted to provide a comprehensive overview of my Havasu Falls Hike. This is a trip of a lifetime so you want to be prepared. Permits First off, you need a permit in order to go to Havasupai. It is not something that you can day hike or even get remotely close without a permit. There…
For the second year in a row, my trip to Havasupai included a trek down to the confluence of the Havasu Creek and the Colorado River. And for the second year, hiking to the Confluence at Havasupai was the most dramatic part of my backpacking trip. Let me start off right away by saying I’m just sharing my experience and not looking for anything other than that… My first time hiking to the Confluence at Havasupai last year my girl…
If you’re in or around Salt Lake City or Park City, there is another destination not too far away with some unique attractions – Midway, Utah. We visited Midway over the long weekend in January as it was right before Austin’s big surgery test so it was nice to have a staycation only 45 minutes from home. So if you’re wondering what to do in Midway, Utah this post is for you! While the opportunities are different throughout the year,…
Giving a gift to a nature lover isn’t as easy as one might think. Providing the essentials such as a new tent or expensive hiking boots is a wonderful idea, but often your favorite outdoor enthusiast will already have all the basics, and some are downright pricey. Don’t despair. Use it as your chance to shine by choosing a unique and useful gift that will bring your thoughtfulness to mind every time it’s used. Here we will think outside the…
It is no surprise that with many states and countries opening back up, people are eager to get outside. If you are thinking about hitting the trails, here are a few tips on how to social distance while hiking. How to Hike and Social Distance Getting outside can be really beneficial to your mental health – something even more important in the setting of the covid-19 pandemic. So without further ado, here are my tips for how to social distance…
I will admit, when I first ventured into the outdoors, the last thing I wanted to do was buy any specific clothes for hiking. However, after trying lots of alternatives, I found out that the best hiking clothes were likely not what I had originally considered. I thought (incorrectly) that maybe dry fit was the best option, But after a lot of time spent on the trails, I discovered that the best hiking clothes were actually made of wool. The…