hiking tips for beginners
Hiking Tips for Beginners: Everything You Need to Know to Get Started Hiking

Hiking Tips for Beginners: Everything You Need to Know to Get Started Hiking

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Hiking is a great way to feel connected with nature, increase your physical fitness level, and take a mental health break. But if you have never been hiking before, learning how to hike can feel quite intimidating. This guide will help you figure out how to get started hiking by providing you with hiking tips for beginners. We’ll cover everything from what gear you need to how to choose a hiking trail. So, whether you’re a complete beginner or just…

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Best Painted Hills Trails

Best Painted Hills Trails

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One of the most unique of the Seven Wonders of Oregon is Painted Hills. If you are looking for the best Painted Hills trails to explore when you visit, this post ranks the trails in the area. Painted Hills Oregon Painted Hills is part of the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument. It is located about 10 miles Northwest of Mitchell, Oregon, one hour from Prineville, Oregon, and just under two hours from Bend, Oregon. Keep in mind that even…

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oregon road trip itinerary
The Perfect Oregon Road Trip Itinerary

The Perfect Oregon Road Trip Itinerary

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Oregon is a beautiful and underrated state. If you want to plan an epic adventure, you’re in luck. This post will help you plan an epic 4-7 day Oregon road trip itinerary to ensure that you have an amazing trip. Planning your Oregon Road Trip Itinerary Likely the easiest way to get to Oregon is to fly into Portland, Oregon (airport code: PDX). However there are other smaller airports if you want to direct your trip towards the center or…

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best waterfall hikes near portland
Best Waterfall Hikes near Portland

Best Waterfall Hikes near Portland

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The Pacific Northwest is famous for its waterfalls and Portland is a great home base if you are planning to explore some of these. There are so many different options to choose from so to help narrow it down, here are the best waterfall hikes near Portland, Oregon. Note: If you have time to explore a little farther around the state, check out this list of the best waterfalls in Oregon. What to wear when hiking in the Pacific Northwest…

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vanlife packing list
Vanlife Packing List

Vanlife Packing List

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So you decided to try out vanlife?! How exciting! It’s definitely a unique way to approach life and travel. As it is quite different from a regular trip, you will likely have unique needs. Here we will discuss your vanlife packing list to have you ready for the open road in no time. My very first time trying vanlife was when we rented a camper van in New Zealand in 2019. I hadn’t thought much about vanlife before the trip…

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Top Southwestern Utah Historical Sites

Top Southwestern Utah Historical Sites

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Southwestern Utah is known for its scenery, especially the towering monoliths and narrow canyons of Zion National Park and the red rock splendor of Snow Canyon State Park. There is more to it than its beauty. Southwestern Utah has a fascinating history to match. Much of the history shows the determination of early settlers to thrive in what was once considered a barren wasteland not worthy of settlement. These 15 Utah historical sites are the perfect addition to your Utah…

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day trips from Salt Lake City
Day Trips from Salt Lake City

Day Trips from Salt Lake City

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Whether you are local to Salt Lake City, visiting for a conference or work, or using Salt Lake City as a home base to explore the surrounding area, there are many great day trips from Salt Lake City. Here are some of my favorites that I have discovered over the past 6 years of living in Salt Lake City. Sponsored post disclaimer: 21+ only. This post is sponsored by Ogden’s Own Five Wives Vodka. Because let’s be honest, you haven’t…

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zion ponderosa ranch resort review
Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort Review

Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort Review

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If you’re planning to spend some time in Southern Utah and looking for a hotel, look no further than the Zion Ponderosa Resort. We were fortunate to spend 3 nights at the Zion Ponderosa on our most recent trip to Zion National Park, so check out this Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort Review to find out if this is a good fit for your next trip to Zion. Disclaimer: Our stay at the Zion Ponderosa was part of a collaboration, however…

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glamping near Zion national Park
Glamping near Zion National Park

Glamping near Zion National Park

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If you are looking for unique and remote accomodations for your trip to explore the greater Zion area, consider glamping near Zion National Park. Let’s start with the basics. If you are unfamiliar, Webster defines glamping as “a form of camping involving accommodation and facilities more luxurious than those associated with traditional camping”. Glamping is the perfect choice for someone who would like hotel amenities while still getting that remote feeling. It’s also a great choice for someone working remotely…

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Our Truck Camper Remodel

Our Truck Camper Remodel

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Excitingly, we purchased a used Lance 2001 810 truck camper at the end of December. If you know anything about used campers, we were definitely in for a truck camper remodel. The interior was very 1990s looking with light colored wood and awkward patterns – totally not my style. The total truck camper renovation took about 4 weeks working around both of our jobs – fortunately it is a small space! After tons of questions, I wanted to provide a…

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