I’ve spoken before about how I slept in a tent for the very first time just two years ago… and now I’m a desert-dwelling, road tripping, public lands aficionado. In the last year or so, I’ve become quite the car camper, too. Camping is the most authentic, least expensive way to explore. Below is aRead more
Literally glorious! Zion NP is a really unique mix of sandstone rocks and lush wilderness. My first trip to Zion NP was with a group, which I think held me back from really getting to know and appreciate the area. This past month I returned for a weekend of great scenery and personal fulfillment… andRead more
Since my move to northern Arizona, I have taken full advantage of close proximity to the Grand Canyon National Park. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: it is really fricken grand. It really never stops being impressive! For the purpose of this post, I will be focusing on the South Rim ofRead more
Antelope Canyon is a gem! Northern Arizona is home to a good bit of breathtaking places, but I feel like Antelope Canyon is especially wild. The colors of the canyons could never disappoint! I have visited twice now and feel I’ve picked up a few important pointers from experience. If you’re visiting the area andRead more
I’ve discussed the bomb experience that was hiking the Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu, and I thought it would be fun to outline a packing list! Inca Trail hikers would have extremely similar lists. Having never camped, hiked, etc. before the trek, I had a rough time getting myself together. Because luggage is carried onRead more