Turnbull Canyon mountains
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Turnbull Canyon: A Stunning Photo Journey

Join us on a stunning visual adventure through Turnbull Canyon, nestled in the heart of the Puente Hills Preserve. This blog captures the beauty and hidden treasures of one of Southern California’s most scenic spots. From its dusty landscapes to panoramic views, each photo tells a story of exploration and discovery. Whether you’re an avid…

Crashed Airplane in Alaska at Bomber Glacier
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Hiking the Bomber Glacier, Alaska

The cockpit, indeed the entire front half of the plane was gone, ripped from the rest of the plane. What seemed to be the front half was separate, crushed on the ice quite far from the rear of the plane. The most recognizable pieces were the tail section, the four gigantic engines, the unused landing gear. One of the wings lay separate from the rest, ripped from its body. The bomber glacier hike has so much in store, read on to learn more!

Horseshoe Lake Denali National Park, Alaska
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Hiking Horseshoe Lake, Denali Alaska

The rain was falling lightly, enough to ensure that I had the entire trail to myself. About half a mile in, the trail seemed to fall away at a bluff. I stood there in silence, looking out over a medium-sized lake framed by mountains, with a few tiny cabins in the distance. Join me on my journey as I Hike Horseshoe Lake of Denali National Park get lost in its quiet beauty.

North Rim Big Bend National Park
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Big Bend The Place Of Unforgettable Memories

This New Year’s instead of staying in the bustle of Austin, waiting for the fireworks and drinking to my heart’s content, I thought I would do something different. I would backpack into Big Bend National Park and enjoy my New Year’s hiking up ridges and enjoying the views that nature has to offer. Big Bend…

Tranquil Arroyo Pescadero Trail Hike in Whittier Woods
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Tranquil Arroyo Pescadero Trail Hike in Whittier Woods

Sometimes you don’t need to summit a mountain or hike among tourists in an overly populated trailhead to have a great hiking experience. Sometimes, it’s better to seek out the undiscovered trails, the underdogs of the hiking world with their own hidden gems to explore. And that’s where the Arroyo Pescadero trail comes into play. Arroyo…

gaia gps
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Gaia GPS – Mobile GPS Route Planning

Over the years I have collected a pile of GPS devices – from TomTom’s that once ruled the vehicle GPS market to an army of apps and add-ons like Google Maps, Apple Maps, and other tools for my mobile phone. Today, I’m happy to say that I’ve come to love, appreciate, and embrace everything about…

RV trip to Yellowstone National Park
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Planning an RV trip Yellowstone National Park

When traversing the wild and wonderful bison filled world of Yellowstone National Park you may be overwhelmed especially in the planning stages of your trip. If you are journeying to the wildlands of Montana and Wyoming and Yellowstone National Park like we did in a 35 foot RV, you may be exceptionally overwhelmed when planning such a big endeavor and driving 1,000 miles into an unknown wilderness. Let me offer some well-researched advice on how to have an amazing RV outdoor adventure filled vacation.

hiking a 14er
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Hiking a 14er: Tips for Climbing Your First Peak

Climbing your first mountain is a beautiful experience and a remarkable achievement. With just a bit of preparation, essential skills, and friendly advice, we hope you’ll share your own incredible stories of summiting. Take a look at our tips for hiking a 14er and tell us about your experience! Your feedback is always welcome. What…