Our world is full of spectacular natural wonders.Rushing rivers, underwater lakes, enormous dramatic rock formations in places like the Grand Canyon and Zion National Park, the Northern Lights, glaciers, caves...the list goes on and on.Among those natural wonders, bioluminescent bays, where the sea itself appears to glow, are some of the most mystical and least-known. Commonly referred to[...]
Are you an occasional hiker or interested in getting into hiking? Or at the opposite end of the spectrum, do you regularly explore new trails with your family or put in for every famously hard-to-get hiking permit there is? Whichever applies to you, there's no question that high-quality hydration packs for women make a world of difference.A properly-fitted hydration backpack holds all you[...]
Are you a National Park Annual Pass holder?If not, and you're one of the 327.5 million people who visited a national park last year, you likely spent a substantial amount on admission fees alone.The average cost to enter a U.S. national park is $30 per vehicle, but some parks charge more. Keep in mind, that's just for a single park.If you were, say, road-tripping through Utah and tackling[...]
Arizona is arguably one of the most iconic states, synonymous with the Wild Wild West and the American Southwest. Aside from being stunningly beautiful and richly historic, Arizona is also insanely diverse. Seriously, how many other places can you go from sweating in triple digits in the harsh desert to needing a jacket in the high alpine forest in just two hours?! Regardless of what[...]
Have you ever traveled somewhere and fallen way more in love with it than you expected? That was my experience with South Dakota last fall. I suspect it's not just me, though (right?) — South Dakota is unequivocally, if not largely unexpected, a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts and adventurous souls. I don't want to speak for anyone else, but prior to visiting, when I thought of South[...]
In the last couple of years, more people than ever before have discovered the wonders of America's national parks. According to the National Park Service, 15 national parks set visitation records in 2020 alone! I'm thrilled that so many people have a newfound love for The Great Outdoors, but I honestly don't love the crowds. And the traffic. And having to reserve campsites as early as a[...]
Let's be honest: New Orleans has a well-earned reputation for being a hub of incredible food (and not just crawfish and gumbo — there's a little of everything, even vegan options!), fascinating history, legendary live music, and, well, let's just call it what it is — partying. But outdoor recreation? Not so much. The Big Easy is indeed the destination for foodies, history buffs,[...]
There's nothing quite like a Big Sky Montana summer — and in particular, Big Sky hiking trails in the summer. It's stunningly beautiful and (with a few exceptions) largely uncrowded, one of the few remaining places where you might actually have a trail or stream all to yourself. Might. If you're even remotely outdoorsy, summer in Big Sky is paradise. Waterfalls are flowing, wildflower[...]
I'm unquestionably adventurous, but I'm not necessarily a thrillseeker or what you'd call an adrenaline junkie. I love hiking and snorkeling, and floating the Snake River in the Tetons was one of my all-time favorite experiences — but you're not likely to catch me, say, skydiving. That's precisely why hiking Angels Landing in Zion National Park (or any other most dangerous hikes in th[...]
I remember every detail of my lunch date on January 1st, 2020. That was the day I found out about winning The Wave Arizona lottery — the first time. As we waited for our food, my lunch date said, "I just got my email about The Wave Coyote Buttes permit!" I assumed it was a rejection letter, identical to the one I received. But he started reading and it wasn't a rejection at all. It st[...]
