My heart is heavy today with the fire updates from the North Rim of the Grand Canyon. As I sit thinking about the devastation that is still ongoing due to the Dragon Bravo Fire, I'm flooded with memories that I am beyond grateful to have made.

Early into the new year hiking Turtlehead Peak in Red Rock Canyon allowed me to check off my first resolution of 2025; hike a peak.

Discovering the ancient wonder of Raintree! Hiking over five miles through breathtaking mountain scenery to reach a 3,000-year-old bristlecone pine, a testament to nature's enduring beauty and the chance for a new perspective.

Winter storm detour leads to unexpectedly exploring Pinnacles National Park and an adventure of stunning landscapes and wildlife encounters.

With the public lands I love to explore coming under threat here are resources to encourage action to defend National Parks and Public Lands

While this was definitely far from our usual multi-mile hike, the serene Mossy Cave Trail oasis was one stop I would love to visit again.

Reminiscing on a two-park camping and hiking trip to Bryce Canyon and Zion National Parks.

Cathedral Gorge continues to be a favorite desert escape to enjoy the sense of wonder in the simplicity of nature’s artistry. 

Exploring the remote town of Ely, Nevada and the hidden gem that is the Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic Park.

Dust still clung to my hiking boots after the last Great Basin National Park adventure, before I was already itching to get back.