Solo Backpacking in Saguaro NationaL Park

November 2024 I spent the morning organizing gear and packing my car, getting ready to head out on a solo adventure to Saguaro National Park. The plan for this trip came together very last minute, when I was researching over the weekend. As a school teacher, I am fortunate to have week long breaks from […]

Hiking Rim to Rim across the Grand Canyon, 30 miles 3 days 2 nights

My friend Taylor and I decided to hike the Rim to Rim trail across the Grand Canyon during the Thanksgiving holiday this year. We are both teachers making it the perfect time to squeeze in an adventure, and just in time before its too late in the season. Overall we had an amazing time with […]

Bryce Canyon National Park

My family and I spent one full day in Bryce Canyon National Park, here’s how it went! Itinerary: Thursday Friday Trail Journal: Bryce Canyon National Park October 28, 2022 I flew into the Cedar City Airport on Thursday evening, just before sunset. My parents and sister picked me up in a rental car and we […]

Yellowstone National Park

Hopefully if you are reading this post, you have already read my post on the Grand Teton National Park. I hit up Yellowstone and the Tetons in the same trip since they are super close to each other. I flew into the Jackson Hole Airport, rented a car and after exploring the Tetons, I drove […]

Grand Teton National Park

When I meet other hikers on a trail, something I always ask in conversation is, “what is the best hike you’ve ever been on?” I love hearing what people love about hiking, plus I might learn about a hike for the future. I was recommended by several people to check out Grand Teton National Park, […]