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Garmin inReach: Hiking with Peace of Mind
At lot of my dream destinations involve hard-to-reach places with limited cell service. As a fairly safety conscious traveler, the inability to communicate with the outside world has often made me nervous. After doing some research, however, I realized there were devices out there that could bring me and my family peace of mind.
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5 Easy Tips for Navigating the Narrows with Confidence
Now that I’ve written about my all-time favorite hike, I wanted to share advice on my close second: the Narrows. Also found in Zion National Park, the Narrows may be the most unique hike I’ve ever completed. Because it’s unique, it’s the type of hike that requires some preparation and general knowledge. This post will…
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The Best of Yosemite National Park in 3 Days
I’ve loved all of the national parks I’ve been to, but there’s a special place in my heart for Yosemite. The drive through the valley with El Cap and Half Dome looming over you is nothing short of breathtaking. This post will guide you through an itinerary to take advantage of some of the best…
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Angel’s Landing… how to hike this dangerous trail, safely
Often called one of the most dangerous hikes in America, Angel’s Landing is many a hiker’s dream hike. I was lucky enough to hike this trail last October and it was one of the best days of my life. I spent a few hours doing research prior to hiking and I wanted to share everything…
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Take the Anxiety out of your National Park Trip
A national park trip holds a special place in my heart. I love nature, hiking, and wildlife. Often, all three can be found in a national park. Shout out to my dawg, Theodore Roosevelt, for ensuring some of our most beautiful landscapes will never be developed. Due to this lack of development, however, vacations in…
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The Best Alaskan Vacation in 12 Days
An itinerary that covers interior and coastal Alaska with visits to Denali National Park, Seward, and Kenai Fjords National Park. My Alaskan vacation was one of my all-time favorites because of my passion for the great outdoors, wildlife, and photography. Since I visited in 2021, I’ve been dreaming of when I’ll be able to go…