Let me take you on a journey through one of the most beautiful hikes I've ever done; featuring colorful wildflowers, mountain glaciers, roaring waterfalls, abundant wildlife, towering pines, and, of course, a beer at the peak. Welcome to Mt. Rainier National Park.
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Hiking Every Trail at Nelson Dewey State Park
Nelson Dewey State Park is a beautiful park with some of the best views of the Mississippi River in the state of Wisconsin.
Everything You Need To Know Before Visiting Peninsula State Park
Peninsula State Park is located on Wisconsin's iconic Door Peninsula in Door County. This state park is considered Wisconsin's most 'complete park' because it has something for any occasion.
When Lightning Strikes at Rocky Mountain National Park
We had a bit of a rocky adventure at Rocky Mountain National Park — all due to our own negligence might I add. The story I'm about to recount was the single most terrifying experience of my life up until this point. Even just writing about it now, I can feel that same panic as … Continue reading When Lightning Strikes at Rocky Mountain National Park
Summiting Grizzly Peak
Colorado is known for its 14ers, the peaks in the Rocky Mountains that exceed 14,000ft. Grizzly Peak is not one of those peaks. While Grizzly doesn't quite meet the benchmark, it does sit rather pretty at 13,428ft — my personal highest. With the steep grades and drastic elevation changes that go along with them, this … Continue reading Summiting Grizzly Peak
Hiking the Mauna Loa Summit Trail
Looking for an adventure on Hawai'i's Big Island? Look no further! Take a hike to the summit of Mauna Loa, the world's largest volcano! Found in the Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, Mauna Loa is a must-see for all Hawaii visitors. There are two main ways to go about hiking the Mauna Loa Summit Trail: starting … Continue reading Hiking the Mauna Loa Summit Trail
From Sea to Summit On Fitzroy Island
We had a bit of a rocky start to the day. We almost didn't catch the ferry, but once we were on the ferry, all of us got a little seasick, besides Kristine. Never in my life have I been seasick before, so I was a little surprised by how sick I felt. The waves … Continue reading From Sea to Summit On Fitzroy Island
Easter in the Whitsundays
Day 1 — Good Friday (This wasn't a very exciting day, so if you're reading for travel advice or recommendations, skip to days 2 & 3) For those that know me, you know that if I'm in a car for more than about 20 minutes, I'll likely be asleep by minute 21. Although I tried, … Continue reading Easter in the Whitsundays
A Little Magic at Fairy Falls
I've been feeling a bit unproductive lately when it comes to exploring the area, and it's been making me anxious. Besides going to the beach and into the city, this was the first real adventure I've had in weeks. My friends Tyra, Karoline, Cathrine and I made plans to take the UniLodge share car out … Continue reading A Little Magic at Fairy Falls
School Strike for Climate Action
For those who don't know, on March 15th, 2019, there was a global school strike for climate action. Across 110 countries, 1.5 million people set to the streets to let their voices be heard. Australia is suffering from droughts, flash flooding, heat waves and other severe weather. Struck with harsh impacts of climate change, the … Continue reading School Strike for Climate Action
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