Backcountry 3-Day Closeout Sale: Hiking & Camping Deals
If you’ve been waiting to upgrade your hiking, camping, or backpacking setup, Backcountry’s 3-day closeout sale is one of the best […]
Hyperlite Mountain Gear Elevate 22 Review
The Hyperlite Mountain Gear Elevate 22 review you’ll find here is based on a full year of real use: day hikes, […]
Havasupai Packing List: What to Bring in 2026
Havasupai packing list! Here’s everything I brought on my backpacking trip to Havasupai, which had been a […]
Diamond Valley Lake Wildflowers: 2026 Guide
Diamond Valley Lake is the perfect destination if you’re seeking a fun family adventure in Southern California! With all the […]
Where to See Wildflowers in Death Valley National Park
Wildflowers in Death Valley are already starting to bloom, and after the unusually heavy rains this season, I had […]
The Return of Lake Manly in Death Valley National Park
In early February 2026, I returned to Death Valley National Park to witness the ephemeral Lake Manly at Badwater Basin. Following […]
Contiki Tours Review: Tips, Trips & Solo Travel
I’ve been on six Contiki tours across the US and Europe, traveling solo and making friends on every trip. These Contiki […]
Where to See Wildflowers in Anza Borrego State Park
Wildflowers in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park burst into color every spring, transforming the desert […]
Altra Lone Peak 9+ Review: LP9+ vs LP9 vs GTX vs LP8
My Altra Lone Peak 9+ review starts with why I decided to upgrade from the Lone Peak 8 and 9 and […]