Arizona’s Grand Canyon National Park has to be among one of the most popular national parks. The layers of rock showcase an incredible array of colors and stunning rock formations. The Grand Canyon is approximately 1 mile deep, 18 miles wide, and has both a North and...
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Let’s talk about Snakes!!
Just saying the word "snake" out loud is almost guaranteed to get a reaction - and it's very rarely a good one. Snakes have had a lousy reputation since time began, but is it warranted? I mean, they are pretty creepy looking, with those scales and that tongue thing -...
Zion National Park
Today we are celebrating one of my favorite national parks - Zion! Utah has five national parks and this park was the first one in the state established in 1919. The colors there are just amazing! While you are hiking, you can see up to nine distinct layers of...
Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
California has nine national parks in the state. I am fortunate to live within driving distance to four of them, and even more lucky to live just an hour outside of Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. SEKI (as it’s often written when talking about both parks)...
Push Your Limits, Not Your Bank Account
You’ve decided to push your limits and try a new activity, but are you worried that it will be really expensive? While many activities have relatively low start up costs, other activities can really break the bank if you're not careful - and if you don't know about...
Breaking Into Backpacking
I have been doing the 365 Mile Challenge for a few years now and feel like I have reached a standpoint where I can tackle backpacking. I knew it would require a certain level of physical fitness and, just as importantly, a confident mindset. So I am going for it! But...


