You might be interested in ... YouTube Videos from Iceland Exploring the Katla Ice Cave + A Tour Review (BRAND NEW) - Watch it here. Cinematic Iceland, 17 minutes of stunning drone shots - Watch it here. If you enjoy these videos, I'd be very appreciative if you subscribed! Midnight Sun or Northern Lights? A Quick Pro/Con for when to visit Iceland If you're having some trouble deciding when to visit Iceland, I wanted to do a quick benefits breakdown of each season. I've been in June during...
15 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Ya'll! After snowboarding over 40 miles and 40,000 feet in Whistler, British Columbia, last weekend, my body is still in the 'what the heck was that' phase, and I'm still a bit sore. But it's a good sore. We had great conditions and snowfall on both days, and we were able to hang out with friends who I hadn't seen in a while. Staying in Whistler Village is one of my favorite places because it's so walkable, the public transportation is great, and you don't have to drive a car all weekend....
22 days ago • 4 min read
Hi! How is everyone? How January has already passed is beyond me, but after traveling for a work conference and then getting sick for a week, I'm finally back upright and plugging away. This year looks to be fantastic, with plenty of beautiful places to introduce you to and help spur some imagination for future trips! To the new and old faces, thanks for being here. I appreciate you all! First things first: A Brand New Youtube Video from my week in the Canadian Rockies last fall. I'd love it...
about 1 month ago • 3 min read
I understand this is INCREDIBLY subjective, but bear with me here! But I've had the pleasure of visiting over half of the national parks (and pretty much most of the top-tier ones), so I wanted to share some of the best places to land photos as you plan out your 2025 travels. My Top Photography Locations for These National Parks Mount Rainier Dege Peak. Probably not what you were expecting, huh? While you sacrifice wildflowers, Dege Peak gives you views of Mount Rainer, Mount Adams, Mount...
2 months ago • 2 min read
Happy New Year, and thank you for reading this little newsletter. I truly appreciate you all and wish you and your family an excellent 2025. This year, you can expect more adventures, gear tips, hiking suggestions, and more. I wrote a 2024 recap on Instagram that you can read here. Also, I still have calendars for sale. Planning a Trip to the Grand Canyon I spent the holidays with my parents in Northern Arizona and finally spent more than just a day at the Grand Canyon. I usually zip up, hike...
2 months ago • 2 min read
Happy Holidays! One of my favorite traditions is making my scenic calendar. Since 2018, I've compiled my adventures into an annual calendar highlighting stunning locations across the country and beyond. This year is no different - and I actually think it's one of the best calendars I've produced. If you're looking to give a great gift or need a calendar to help plan your trips and get inspired, I would be honored if you chose mine. If you plan to give it as a gift, Wednesday, December 18th is...
3 months ago • 1 min read
I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday weekend. I made the bold choice to get my flu and COVID shots the day before we left for Bend, and unbeknownst to me, I had a small cold brewing inside of me. So, combined with the shots and holiday festivities, I got sick by the end of the weekend and have been recovering since. But it gave me plenty of time to dive into this newsletter! As we get closer to the holidays, I wanted to help you out with gift ideas. Practical Gifts without...
3 months ago • 3 min read
Wishing you all a Happy Thanksgiving and Happy Holidays. However you plan to enjoy this upcoming weekend, I hope it brings you joy, full bellies, and lots of laughs. We're headed to central Oregon to enjoy some sun (and freezing temps), but the vitamin D will be lovely! (Scroll to the bottom to see my REI Sale Picks.) Let's Talk TV: Alone vs Outlast The premise of Outlast and Alone: Contestants are dropped into a remote part of Alaska or Canada (or elsewhere) and need to survive off the land...
4 months ago • 3 min read
My Annual 2025 Scenic Calendar is on sale! They make great presents this holiday season and will be mailed out in early December. Order yours today. The importance of preparation before hikes Inyo Search and Rescue was called in early November for two hikers attempting to summit Mount Whitney. That, in itself, is not unusual. People are rescued every year on that tail. The surprising part is they were rescued just three miles from the trailhead and over eight miles below the 14,505-foot...
4 months ago • 4 min read