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Merrell Moab vs. Altra Lone Peak 9 Plus: Why I Finally Switched to Trail Runners
Trail Runners or Hiking Boots? As lifelong boot loyalist here’s my confession: after switching from heavy Merrell Moab’s to the lightweight Altra Lone Peak’s, hiking is simply better.
Oct 26, 2025


The Stargazer Inn the Perfect Great Basin Basecamp
The Stargazer Inn serves as the perfect basecamp haven for exploring Baker, Nevada and the nearby Great Basin National Park.
Jul 22, 2024


Hits and Misses From the Trail; On-the-Go Camp Food Reviews
There’s no doubt a large portion of adventure planning is centered around food, here's some of the hits and misses for instant camp meals.
Jan 23, 2023
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Gorgeous Explorations and Camping at Cathedral Gorge State Park
While Nevada has a number of state parks, when it comes to camping, we have limited options near us. With the logistics of planning a camping trip taken into consideration, the one detail that makes camping at Nevada State Parks a gamble (no pun intended) is the fact that most of the campgrounds are first come first serve. Add to the equation that most of these first come first serve campgrounds are hours away from home, and you can see why these camping trips become a little
Nov 4, 2022


iKamper Skycamp Review: Still Worth It After 1 Year
I can’t help but reflect on the progression that our camping adventures have taken over the years. From our initial camping trip in a small tent, sleeping on the ground in borrowed sleeping bags and cooking all our meals over a campfire in 40-degree weather; to a larger tent with room to stand and fit the added comfort of an air mattress, and enjoy the ease of a cooking on a portable camp stove; to the arrangements we have now. It has been a little over one year since we upg
Sep 26, 2022


Finding Joy in the Simple Moments
Another rainy camping weekend, but compared to our previous storm, this weekend at Mt. Charleston provided an enjoyable mist of relaxation.
Sep 10, 2022


Camping Amidst Monsoon Season
Having had our summer camping trips canceled, we were ready for a night under the stars and a scenic overlook at Hilltop was just the thing.
Aug 17, 2022


Camping at a Natural Wonder: Our First Trip to the Grand Canyon
It was another exciting Saturday morning. Alarm set with the sun, a full tank of gas, and our destination set: the Grand Canyon.
May 19, 2022


Joshua Tree National Park; The Park That Blew Us Away
Venturing to explore the beauty Joshua Tree National Park has to offer with the merging terrain of the Colorado and Mojave Deserts.
Apr 25, 2022


Onward and Upward; Tackling the Switchbacks in Zion
Adding to our list of camping escapades for 2022, we spent another Saturday morning ready for adventure to Zion National Park.
Mar 30, 2022


A Change in Elevation; Another Camping Trip to Death Valley
Saturday marked another relatively early weekend morning, for another camping trip venture to Death Valley National Park.
Feb 1, 2022


Enjoying Life and Adventure in Death Valley
Death Valley, a park whose name is the epitome of warning, but in the winter it's a different story.
Dec 17, 2021


Views From a Hilltop Hideaway
October is here and to celebrate, we kicked off the month with another camping adventure, this time taking in the scenes at Hilltop.
Oct 5, 2021
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My first camping trip as an adult included a bucket of dirt and questionable gear, so trust me when I say this is your ultimate, no-judgement guide to a great first camping trip.
I break down the essential gear and how to avoid the biggest rookie mistakes to get you sleeping under the stars safely and actually enjoying the experience!
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