The hike to Grewingk Glacier in Kachemak Bay State Park near Homer is remote, rewarding, and stunningly beautiful. Being so close to an active glacier is breathtaking! To help you prepare for this lesser-known Alaska glacier hike, we’ve put together this detailed trail guide. A glacier hike near Homer that includes dense rainforest, frequent wildlife sightings, a mandatory water ta[...]
As soon as we settled on visiting Moab in November for a 30th birthday trip (not mine!), I began planning our itinerary. We agreed almost immediately that off roading in Moab was a priority — in addition, of course, to hiking and exploring Canyonlands and Arches National Park, two of the country's most iconic. For the uninitiated, off roading in Moab is legendary. The enchanting red "[...]
Do you have a woman in your life who prefers to go hiking rather than shopping, who would choose sleeping in a tent or cool treehouse over a penthouse apartment?If the answer is yes, you’ve likely struggled to purchase gifts for her in the past...right? I may or may not be one of these females myself, so I'm definitely speaking from firsthand experience!Being that I travel extensively, a[...]
The gem of the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area is iconic Horseshoe Bend, with its unique shape carved out of the massive rock.Located on the Arizona side, just a few minutes from Lake Powell, many hike to the overlook for Instagram-worthy photos. But 1,000 feet directly below the viewpoint, others know that the best way to enjoy this spectacular area is to kayak Horseshoe Bend (yes, t[...]
It turns out that there's a fairly significant correlation between outdoor enthusiasts and a serious love of (i.e.; addiction to) caffeine. This guest post on the best camping percolator from fellow writer Ciaran Coughlan proves exactly that!When you’re camping, there’s nothing like a hot cup of coffee in the morning. But how do you make coffee when you’re camping?You could use a han[...]
Yellowstone National Park is one of the most unique places in the entire world. With its steaming geysers and other geothermal features, impressive waterfalls, incredible wildlife, and epic hiking and camping opportunities, it's no wonder the park draws well over four million visitors each year. Also unsurprisingly, one of the most popular Montana bucket list adventures is Yellowstone whi[...]
Adventurers, nature lovers, and history buffs alike flock to the Royal Gorge Colorado. Here, you can enjoy a quieter, slower-paced, and spectacularly beautiful section of the Rockies.Just outside Cañon City, equidistant to Pueblo and Colorado Springs, the Royal Gorge Colorado has endless jaw-dropping views and opportunities for adventure.Hiking, whitewater rafting, riding the gondola, zip[...]
In today's world where most of us are increasingly "plugged in" and stress levels are higher than ever, it's extremely difficult to truly relax — to unplug, if you will.So it's no surprise that camping and glamping are enjoying an unprecedented moment in the spotlight (and by association, so are camping must haves).After all, camping provides a long list of health and wellness benefits:[...]
Camping and coffee go together like, well, camping and coffee. It even sounds good together: camping coffee. Truly, camping coffee just hits different — especially when it's made with a camp French press. There’s nothing quite like unzipping your tent or opening your campervan doors and enjoying sunrise with a steaming cup o’ joe. Whether you had a long drive or you're heading ou[...]
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