Mountaineering is a genuinely fascinating sport. While it might not be particularly popular across most of the United States, it is certainly an essential outlet for the people who do it in the mountainous regions of our country. People want to experience the rawness and challenges of life in all their glory, achieving things…
Unsplash – CC0 License Montana is roughly the size of France but almost completely empty. Only a million people live in the entire state, according to the most recent count, making it a popular destination for people who crave solitude and adventure. Even though there might not be many people in the state, it’s…
Are you preparing for your next hiking trip? If so, then you need to make sure that you are ready for some of the unexpected turbulence that you might encounter that could throw off your travel plans. Here are some of the key examples that you should keep in mind. Pexels Source CCO License…
What to pack for a winter hike? How will my packing list vary by my objective? In this blog I cover my usual list of items that I find in my bag and how to pack for a winter hike vs a hike during other times of the year. Keep in mind that what…
Drones have become increasingly more popular among outdoor recreationalists, especially with hikers and backpackers. Drones have countless uses in the backcountry including search and rescue, mapping out difficult to reach areas, tracking animals, educating outdoor recreationalists and of course creating some pretty unique photos and videos. Chances are, if you ask one of your…
What are the best hikes near Denver? This is a question that I am asked on a weekly basis through my website, Instagram and YouTube channel. In this post, I am going to dive into my version of the best hikes near Denver list. You will notice that all of them are not actually…
