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California

California has more than movies, in fact it has 9 National Parks, 12 14’ers, and an endless array of geography and outdoor opportunities!

Peakbagging

Completing Southern California’s 3 Peak Challenge

Back in July I headed to Southern California to climb its 3 tallest peaks in 3 days as part of Adventure 16's 3 Peak Challenge. Who was crazy enough to join me? My folks of course! It turned out to be an amazing weekend and a reminder that staying active is the best medicine of all!

Peakbagging

Day Hiking Mount Whitney

Disappointment over my failed JMT attempt was replaced by excitement when I somehow lucked into Whitney day hike permits AND clearing smoke conditions. Standing on top of the Whitney summit at 14,505' with my dad and stepmom right next to me was proof that life rarely unfolds exactly as planned.

Backpacking

The John Muir Trail: To Be Continued

And just like that, one of my biggest dreams was over. Hiking the John Muir Trail in 2015 just wasn't meant to be. All I can do now is remember the amazing 8 days I had on the trail. I met incredible people, saw gorgeous country, and had one of the best experiences of my life.

Backpacking

Backpacking a California 14er: Mount Langley

Over 4th of July weekend I headed to the Sierras with my dad, stepmom, and friend to get some backpacking miles AND some altitude training in preparation for this summer's 18-day backpack. And I bagged my 2nd 14er: Mount Langley!

Travel

The Coldest Trail Run I’ve Ever Done—in Death Valley

Ironic isn't it that I ran the coldest trail race I've ever done at one of the hottest places on earth? Go figure. No one believes me when I say I almost froze to death in Death Valley.

War Creek Ridge Lookout Site

A Day of Fire Lookout Restoration at the Columbia Breaks Fire Interpretive Center

Etiquette Tips for Visiting Staffed Fire Lookouts

The Wild Olympics

Goldmyer Hot Springs and Forces of Nature

The Healing Power of the Desert Southwest

An Off-Grid Airstream Winter

Investing in Energy Independence

Off-Grid Lessons: When Winter Says “Nope!”

California

Completing Southern California’s 3 Peak Challenge

Day Hiking Mount Whitney

The John Muir Trail: To Be Continued

Backpacking a California 14er: Mount Langley

The Coldest Trail Run I’ve Ever Done—in Death Valley

Backpacking to Heaven on the Devils Dome Loop

Backpacking the White Pass/Pilot Ridge Loop in the Glacier Peak Wilderness

Boondocking with Bambi: 2 Weeks of Solar-Powered Living

Goats Rocks Loop: Goat Ridge and Hawkeye Point Lookout Sites

Tiger Mountain 1925 Train Crash Site

Washington State Hot Springs