Category: Outdoor Fun
How to Get Discounts at National and State Parks
April 10, 2017
There are so many parks to explore in the US that are run by state and national governments. Most states actually have hundreds to choose from. Depending on what state you are in will determine how you pay to get into these parks. In Montana, we paid an amount on our vehicle registration to get […]
Spring Hiking Tips
April 5, 2017
I just took my first hike of the season and it really reset my soul. We had such a long and depressing winter here in the Pacific Northwest. It was never ending snow and the grey skies really did a number on my happiness.I was so happy when I started seeing green grass and buds […]
8 Eco Activities for Earth Day for Adults
March 27, 2017
Earth Day is on April 22. For me, since I am such an outdoor and nature enthusiast, Earth Day is an important day about Eco-education and more so for getting out into mother nature and enjoying her and taking all of the beauty in. It is also a day to examine how we can reduce […]
How to Find the Best Hiking Trails
March 6, 2017
I love to hike. I am not an expert, though. Because of this, I often don’t know where to go to find the best trails that fit my level, especially if I am not near where I live. Ideally, I would love to hike all over the world at some point, but that means figuring […]
TurnBull Wildlife Refuge
June 17, 2016
Spencer and I like to find new hiking trails as often as possible. Since neither of us are super skilled at hiking, we like to do ones that most people would consider easy. This can present a challenge as many of the easy ones are also crowded. Fortunately, we found Turnbull Wildlife Refuge to be […]
Tips for going on a Wildflower Hunt
May 24, 2016
Living in the Pacific Northwest and growing up in Montana, I am no stranger to seeing so many different kinds of wildflowers. I grew up knowing that spring was truly there when we started seeing them alongside the road as well as the hillside. I have a deep love for wildflowers and have recently […]
20 Camping and Hiking Hacks
May 22, 2016
Millions of people make the decision to get back to nature every year. Connecting with nature is rewarding in so many ways and it’s great to do alone, with friends, or family. Are you planning a camping or hiking trip this summer? There are so many things to think about, plan and pack. Above all […]
What to Bring on a Day Hike
May 6, 2016
We love day hikes and luckily for us, there are so many places to take them around the pacific northwest. I almost need to them to feed my soul and de-stress. There’s just something about nature that is so healing in mind, body and soul. You wouldn’t think so, because you aren’t planning to stay […]
Winter Camping Tips
November 14, 2015
It’s no secret that the Pacific Northwest has winter. Some years, it is crazy here! What is interesting is since the Pacific northwest also has so many different climates from ocean-side to dessert and even some rain forest, winter can mean different things depending on where you decide to go. If you are looking to […]
What to Pack for a Fall Day Hike and Fall Hiking Tips
October 12, 2015
Fall hike are one of my favorite things to do. I used to do miles of hiking, but as I have been limited in what I can physically do now, I take day hikes that are just a couple hours with lots of resting in between. There is something about the cool, crisp air, the […]
