Hiking to Mirror Lake in Yosemite National Park Resting near the mouth of Yosemite’s rugged Tenaya Canyon is idyllic Mirror Lake. This is a classic Yosemite day hike, one full of history, beauty, and tourists. A short, easy hike will … Read more
Hiking Utah’s Fiery Furnace Note: Though I completed this hike in the Summer, a friend who completed the Fiery Furnace in the Winter has graciously allowed me to use some of their photos. In this post, you will find photos … Read more
Prana Stretch Zion Straight Review Disclaimer: Some of the Following Links are Affiliate Links. If you click on them, and buy something, then I get a commission. Consider that it helps us both-you get a sweet new pair of pants, … Read more
The Scarpa Mojito Of all of the approach shoes that I have worn and tested over the years, the Scarpa Mojito is probably my go to pair when I need a jack-of-all-trades shoe. The Scarpa Mojitos climb well, hike well, … Read more
Hovenweep and Canyons of the Ancients: A Visitor’s Guide Years ago, at Sand Island, Utah, a ranger came by to check our river permits. It was my first ever river trip, and I was guiding a 3 day excursion down … Read more
La Sportiva TX4 vs. Five Ten Guide Tennie: Battle of the Approach Shoes Disclaimer: The Following Article Contains Affiliate Links. Anytime you buy something by clicking through these links, we receive a small commission. All proceeds go to me, because … Read more
When recreating in the great outdoors, there are several risk factors that are not as commonly found in an urban environment. To stay safe, an outdoor adventurer must learn what these are, and how to protect oneself. One such risk … Read more
Top 10 Hiking Trails in Flagstaff, Arizona Update 7/29/2019: The July, 2019 Museum Fire has consumed many acres of National Forest land on the San Francisco Peaks, The Dry Lake Hills, and Mt. Elden. As a result, many of the hiking … Read more
Update 1/12/2020: It appears that this pack is no longer being made. If you’re looking for a similar (and cheaper) pack, check out our review of the REI Flash 22 Hiking Daypack! Gossamer Noun 1. A Film of Cobwebs Floating … Read more
The only time that I have ever felt like I was being watched, I was. A late September moonless night found us walking through a narrow drainage. An hour ago, we had almost broken up. The tears had dried, and … Read more