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Stay Fresh The upside to modern adventuring is that almost everything can be found in preserved form. The downside of modern adventuring is the same. Grocery stores and outdoor retailers abound in assortments of dehydrated meals and quick foods that can be carried nearly everywhere without refrig...

Soooo, Half Dome. You’ve heard of it. You’ve probably seen pictures. If you’re anything like us, you’re more than slightly entranced by it, spending many waking hours daydreaming about being on top of the world’s most iconic giant granite boulder. Something like this:First, some logistics:You are...

If you live in New York City, you probably already know that finding a little peace and quiet in the great outdoors can be tough. However, if you're willing to make the effort to get out of town, the rewards are more than worth it. Load up the car or even hop on the train, and you can be at any o...

If you are like me you are always thinking about your next adventure, or even your next 10 adventures. Right now I'm planning my spring and summer of 2018. If you are looking for something awesome to do in spring or summer there are few better places than the redwood coast. When looking to the fu...

It’s summertime, and you are stoked about snagging permits for your adventure in the great California national park. Yosemite is one of the United State’s premier national parks, and it takes some work to plan a successful trip. Finding a place to sleep can be difficult with the summer congestion...

The Sawtooth Mountains are one of the most impressive mountain ranges in the country yet they somehow seem to fly under the radar of most adventurers. You'll share some of the most popular spots with others, but it's not tough to find yourself resting at the edge of a beautiful alpine lake with n...

My wife and I hiked Water Holes Canyon from east of highway 89 outside of Page, Arizona. We obtained our $12 permits from the Tribal Parks Office in a trailer next to the LeChee Chapter House as this is part of the Navajo Nation. The parking area is close to Horseshoe Bend but definitely not as c...

When my summer in the North Cascades came to an end and I was to head back south to California, I knew I wanted to take some time to enjoy my trip back. There are so many things between the northern part of Washington and the bottom of California to do. My girlfriend was coming on this journey wi...

We love adventures in the snow, but winters in Idaho can be long and cold and we know you’re getting just as excited as we are for springtime. With the weather warming up and the days growing longer, now is the time to plan your trip to explore Idaho this spring. Gather your friends and family an...

Between deeply folded hollows and lofty viewpoints, there are endless opportunities to explore in this Appalachian state. From north to south, you'll find state parks, national forests, and natural areas crisscrossed with trails. There is a hike for everyone in West Virginia. Stunning waterfalls,...

It's winter, but here in Southern California you can still go camping without a winter coat. My girlfriend and I had a plan to go to Joshua Tree to celebrate the winter solstice. With the trip getting closer I looked at the weather in Joshua Tree and saw heavy winds forecasted for the times we pl...

We think The Narrows, The Subway, and Angels Landing are all AMAZING. We did a team trip to Zion a few years ago where we did all three and encourage you to do the same. We've got nothing against them. But, Zion has so much more to offer than its most famous hikes. We thought we'd share some of t...

The Adirondack Mountains has the two tallest mountains in New York: Mount Marcy (5,344’) and Algonquin Peak (5,115’). These two peaks are nestle in the heart of the High Peaks Wilderness Area, which happens to be the largest forest preserve in New York, and they both offer hikers some of the best...

The cherry on top is that many are within a minutes drive from Salt Lake and Utah counties and are quite easy to get to. Others are hours away, but well worth the drive! Below is my list of the best family-friendly waterfall hikes in Utah. This is by no means a complete list, so comment below wit...

Driving through the relatively deserted planes between Arches National Park and Capitol Reef National Park, one might miss this unique little spot. It's out of the way but it's worth the detour to check out! Goblin Valley State Park in Utah seems small at first but the valley comes alive with ima...

I have to admit, driving into Death Valley had me a bit discouraged. The long flat roads and the barren desert along the I-90 seemed boring on the way in, and I couldn't imagine it would get much better. Trust me, that all changed once I finally entered the park. The lowest point in the western h...