Originally published October 28, 2022 There are three routes to Cheoah Bald, and they are all long and difficult. The first time I ever stood upon this mountain was in April, 2015; it was my second day fully "on" the Appalachian Trail as a thru-hiker and I barely stopped at the view for a photo.... Continue Reading →
Green Bank, West Virginia, known as "America's Quietest Town," is home to the Green Bank Observatory and the world's largest fully steerable radio telescope. Situated in a National Radio Quiet Zone, technology is restricted to minimize interference. Visitors can explore via bus or self-guided tours, gaining insight into pivotal astronomical discoveries.
I hiked Iceland’s iconic Laugavegur and Fimmvörðuháls trails in four days, covering over 50 miles through otherworldly landscapes—lava fields, glaciers, rivers, and waterfalls. This post shares my detailed itinerary, gear list, food plan, and what I learned from camping the entire route. A practical guide for your own Iceland trek.
Woke up feeling groggy after a long sleep, then joined Catherine for an adventure with Albert, a local guide. We hiked to a stunning waterfall, learned about coffee-making, and had a laugh about a beer bet gone wrong. Prepping gear for Kilimanjaro, tomorrow's the big climb!
In 2015, the author struggled with a poorly designed sleeping bag on the Appalachian Trail before discovering Jacks 'R' Better quilts at Trail Days. Since then, they've become a dedicated quilt user, praising JRB for their lightweight, comfortable designs and exceptional customer service, recommending them for anyone considering a quilt.
On of the biggest questions I get when I'm discussing Mt. Kilimanjaro with people is "what did you take?" This is a valid question and frankly, I didn't really know what to take myself. My group was provided with a recommended gear list from TrovaTrip, who we booked our trek through. However, it was pretty... Continue Reading →
Levon, Matthew, and I had a relaxed day in Colorado, exploring Lime Creek Rd and Adrenaline Falls. Despite the frigid water, I took a refreshing swim. We then planned an early start to hike up Engineer Mountain, but the threat of storms led us to alter the plan. We resupplied in Durango and geared up for the Alpine Loop Backcountry Byway.
Part 3 of 4 << Missed part 2? Click here! February 6, 2023 Day 9 & 10: Carara National Park, an Evening at a Beach Bar on Jaco Beach, and Traveling Back to San Jose Today we will do our final activity for the group portion of the trip. The group is headed to Carara... Continue Reading →
May 29, 2023 Just here for the hike stats? Click here. Last night before falling asleep, I set a relatively early alarm with intentions to hike the Plott Balsam Traverse today. The weather was set to be beautiful, and I went to bed reasonably early for me. My planned hiking partner had to cancel late... Continue Reading →
West Virginia is an outdoor lover's paradise. Here's why you should plan a visit, and my top spots and not-to-miss adventures and events.
Adventure Like A Girl 