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Over Bridges & Mountains: Venturing to Vancouver

Vancouver is an emerald gem. I walked on bridges, hiked up mountains, drove along the coast, and mar…

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Beaches & Redwoods on Northern California’s Coast

Coastal Northern California offers lovely, rocky beaches, picturesque lighthouses, and towering redw…

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Want Solar on the Trail? Product Review: Sunjack – SunJack 14W+8000mAh Battery

If you're looking for power on the go, there are tons of options. I reviewed a ruggedly well-made so…

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Five Things to Know Before Making a Death Valley Day Trip

Death Valley is an iconic, gorgeous national park, but it's not for the faint of heart. Here are my …

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Traveling California’s Route 395 Along the Eastern Sierras

Route 395 in California's Eastern Sierras is one of the most stunning drives in the country. Here ar…

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Avoiding Los Angeles

I was near LA, but I was citied out. So I found ways to avoid the traffic in outskirts and Palm Spri…

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How to Spend a Day at Joshua Tree National Park

Joshua Tree is a beautiful national park, and even though it's not huge, there can be an overwhelmin…

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Five Things to Do in Quartzsite, Arizona Beyond the RV Show

Among RVers, Quartzite, AZ is a winter gathering spot due to its annual RV show. But there's a lot m…

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Home for the Holidays in Texas

I spent the holidays in Texas, with Thanksgiving in Amarillo and Christmas in Houston. I hiked in Pa…

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Exploring Western Washington’s Rural Landscape

I loved hiking around rural Washington, mostly in the Snoqualmie region. I found the little towns c…

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Experiencing the Alaska Frontier in McCarthy and Kennecott

McCarthy and Kennecott, Alaska might be the most fascinating places I've ever been. The best way to …

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Sightseeing on Alaska’s Sterling Highway

The western part of Alaska's Kenai Peninsula is accessible via the Sterling Highway, which travels a…

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Seward, Alaska and Kenai Fjords National Park

The Kenai Peninsula of Alaska is one of the most gorgeous places I've ever been. I walked the beach,…

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Attractions Along the Parks Highway in Alaska NEAR DENALI

Under the shadow of America's tallest mountain, Denali, the Parks Highway is a gorgeous route throug…

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Wild Dash from Utah to Washington

I was in Phoenix, Arizona when I decided to spend the summer in Alaska. Three thousand miles with a …

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Journeying from Sedona, Arizona to Salt Lake City, Utah

On the way from Sedona to Salt Lake City, I stopped in Page, St. George, and Leeds. This gorgeous ar…

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Petrified Sand Dunes and Lava Tubes at Snow Canyon State Park, Utah

"Blown away" is really the only way to describe my reaction to Snow Canyon near St. George, Utah. It…

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Basking in the Beauty of Sedona, Arizona

Nestled under towering red and white striped rock formations, Sedona, Arizona is a haven for outdoor…

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Zion National Park: A Lush Oasis in Utah

Carved by the Virgin River, above its placid banks rises Zion Canyon. Explore the Emerald Pools Trai…

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Grand Canyon National Park: A Spectacular Lesson in Geology

1.8 billion mind-boggling years ago, the Earth was beginning to shape itself in ways that would lead…

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A Great Home Base: Flagstaff, Arizona

I'd heard of Flagstaff before we visited, but I knew absolutely nothing about it. That's the best wa…

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Highrise Apartments: Montezuma Castle and Montezuma Well, Arizona

600 years ago, the Sinagua people built homes at sites that were as beautiful as they were defensibl…

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Trees Turned to Stone: Petrified Forest National Park

How does wood petrify? What does it look like? Is it really as beautiful as they say? During my time…

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Exploring Hopi Heritage at Homolovi State Park, Arizona

Homolovi is the largest of Arizona's state park archaeological sites, featuring a kiva and 1,200 roo…

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Week 2 in Albuquerque: Southwestern Art, Tent Rocks and Vintage Style

From Albuquerque, I explored Santa Fe one day, and went hiking at the gorgeous Kasha Katuwe Tent Roc…

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Week 1 in Albuquerque: History and Friends

I loved Albuquerque's Southwestern charm, tasty eats, vintage style, and easy access to beautiful pe…

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Going Underground in Carlsbad, New Mexico

After passing by the frosty Guadalupe Mountains National Park, I descended underground to explore Ca…

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Adventures on the Border: Del Rio, Texas

Del Rio, Texas is home to the lovely Amistad Reservoir and pictographs at Seminole Canyon State Park…

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January in the Texas Hill Country

Texas Hill Country has so much to offer, like swimming holes, rivers, barbecue, architecture, and fu…

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Camping and Hiking in Pace Bend Park in Texas

I hiked and primitive carside camped at Pace Bend Park on Lake Travis in Texas. Here's what I did to…

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5 Bucket List Hikes

Let's just say I like to dream big. I love to hike, and I'm very satisfied with a scenic jaunt about…

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Return to Longhorn Cavern: A Place for Stories

During my second trip to Longhorn Cavern in Texas, I went on a walking tour and discovered history a…

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A Photographic Journey through Big Bend National Park

I recently traveled to Big Bend National Park, which is stunning in its physical beauty. What follow…

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Four Essential Camping Tips for Big Bend National Park

Planning a trip to Big Bend National Park? Here's where to stay, what to pack, what to do, and how t…

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The Most Popular Trail in America’s Second Biggest Canyon

Did you know America's second largest canyon is two states away from the Grand Canyon in Texas? I hi…

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How to Deal with Trash and Human Waste While Camping and Hiking

Human waste is a natural part of life. But it can get tricky to deal with when you're in the middle …

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Images from a February Hike: Lone Star Hiking Trail, Winters Bayou Section

Is there anything more peaceful than a quiet, wintery hike through the woods? Here are some images f…

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A Comprehensive Backpacking Checklist

What goodies go in a backpacker's backpack? Here's my (probably way too extensive) packing list to g…

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Longhorn Cavern State Park, Texas

I had my very first spelunking adventure at Longhorn Cavern in Texas! Look how muddy I got! It was a…

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Camping with Dogs

I LOVE camping with my dogs. But there are some safety and courtesy considerations dog parents have …

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Backwoods Lessons: Hunger Games Edition

Here are 6 tips to stay safe and have a nice time in the backcountry, inspired by the Hunger Games f…

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Backwoods Lessons: Food Edition

Over my years camping, here are a few of my personal food-related backpacking lessons learned the ha…

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