trip resources
The Guilty Bear
The backcountry is not supposed to be (and I pray it never becomes) a modulated environment. There are risks associated with venturing into remote environments…
10 Ways to Beat Post-trail Depression & the Winter Blues
December 21st is the winter solstice—the darkest, shortest day of the year—so, it is only fitting to discuss the best ways to find a bit of light!
A Traveler’s Guide to Summertime in Crested Butte, CO
Are you a traveler or a tourist? In this post, I aim to share Crested Butte with you in the way a traveler might appreciate it.
8 Tips for Sleeping Warmer when Backpacking in Cold Weather
Follow these 8 steps to sleep warm in the spring, fall, and winter at higher elevations…
Whatever the Weather: Backpacking in the Rain
The top 4 ways to have a better time backpacking in bad weather
Backpacking Layering Systems
“Fashion sense aside, here is what I know to be true about dressing for adventure…”
How LNT Shapes Your Wilderness Experience
A story about Leave No Trace, and how it can make your trip into the backcountry even more awesome.
Good Expedition Behavior
Whether or not a group succeeds, comes down to how well they operate as a team. It’s all about having good expedition behavior.