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Life is busyness. Life is a grind. Often times, life is merely a string of mundane tasks that demand our attention. Regardless of the path one takes, those truths are inevitable.  But there is always enough time to be intentional about who we want to be and how we want our lives to be lived. Ther...

With the seemingly endless dumping of snow in California this winter, it’s pretty tough to hike in your regular old boots. That’s where snowshoes come in. What better place to trek through the snow than California’s Sierra Mountains? From Lake Tahoe to Yosemite National Park, all the way down to...

California's Marin County is edged in by water on three sides, from the wild coastline of Point Reyes National Seashore to the protected waters of the San Pablo Bay. Just minutes from San Francisco, Marin County is the perfect destination for beginners and experienced paddlers alike. So grab your...

During the day, Rattlesnake Ledge is one of the most popular hikes within the one hour of Seattle. This means that the parking lot, as well as the road leading to the trailhead, is full of cars. If you hate crowds like this, then this is the time for you to go. You don't need much for this advent...

Camping is always a great time, even if the surroundings aren't exactly stunning. But there's something special about waking up with the sun and witnessing a perfectly calm lake in the early morning light. The best way to get a front row seat to one of nature's greatest shows is by camping lakesi...

I've always been a big fan of Therm-a-Rest sleeping pads, as they have proven to be very comfortable in every one of my experiences so far. So I could not have been more excited to test out their sleeping bag. I decided to take it to the extreme and test it out on an uncomfortably rocky summit i...

In Minnesota, April is often a month of hoping the snow flurries cease, but it’s also the beginning of Minnesotans emerging from the indoors to get outside and explore the nearby parks and trails. With recent snowmelt, waterfalls are flowing at a higher rate than they would in other seasons, maki...

Looking for a spot to cozy in for the holidays by the sea? Look no further than Asilomar Hotel and Conference Grounds, a 107-acre property whose lodges and cabins shine during the festive winter months. Go solo, go with your special someone, bring the whole family, meet a group of friends. No mat...

Pure Michigan they call it! For your endeavors in Traverse City, I have compiled my list of recommended gear to have to make your trip as enjoyable as possible while playing outside in the snow. After all, having the right gear makes all the difference! HydroFlask - 20 oz Coffee Flask This bad b...

Tucked into the eastern corner of Yosemite Valley, the Majestic Yosemite Hotel (formerly known as the Ahwahnee Hotel) offers a chance for you to explore some of the most beautiful scenery in the world and experience all the comforts that come with a stay in a luxury hotel.  Known for its stunnin...

Artifishal is a film about people, rivers, and the fight for the future of wild fish and the environment that supports them. It explores wild salmon’s slide toward extinction, threats posed by fish hatcheries and fish farms, and our continued loss of faith in nature. The film is currently on tour...

Picture a trip to the beach...wind blowing on your face with a smell of salt in the air, the sound of waves crashing onshore, warm sun shining on your face, and the stillness of nature. The Washington Coast delivers on this experience, and much more!1. Beautiful scenery, straight out of the movie...

Forests have always fascinated my partner and I. They contain trees, which are truly marvelous things. They give us oxygen, provide homes for wild life, and cool us down when we hike through them. Heck, they are responsible for some of the most incredible ecosystems and climate regions on the pla...

As a northern latitude dweller, there comes a time each winter where I long to feel the sun on my bare arms and stretch out my legs on a seaside trail. One of my favorite places to escape the chilly doldrums is Marin County, a destination so close to San Francisco that you can practically taste t...

Except every year I try to go on a good snowshoeing adventure disaster has struck. One year our old van careened off the road, the next year we drove for hours to find mediocre snow and last year, well last year I didn't even try. This year Snow Lake was a success. Beautiful open views, maintaine...

If you’re a skier or snowboarder, you may have heard of the world class slopes in Idaho’s Sun Valley, but for the other three seasons of the year, this area flies relatively under the radar. That’s good news for anybody who likes open trails and peace and quiet in the great outdoors. There are en...