After 3 years the Eagle Creek Trail in the Columbia Gorge has finally opened back up…. and the timing is perfect! 6 days into 2021 and I needed to get off my couch and into the woods to clear my mind and find some peace. The Eagle Creek fire in 2017 burned 50.000 acres and … More Eagle Creek
This year, 2020, I’m not doing any New Years resolutions. This year I’m doing something different…. something I’m pretty sure I can accomplish. Something that will spark joy in me all year long. It’s the 52 week hiking challenge. Have you heard of this? It’s a challenge where you gain physical fitness, mental well-being, make … More Sparking My Joy in 2020
The Superstion mountains are riddled with legends of lost gold mines and treasure. Although there is no guarantee that you’ll find buried treasure, you are sure to discover miles and miles of hiking trails through the 160 acres of wilderness. Here are some great places and trails to start your Superstition adventure. Lost Dutchman State … More superstition wilderness
If you’ve ever had the opportunity to visit Sedona, Arizona then you know what a magical, beautiful place it is. There are so many amazing outdoor adventure opportunities, including some of the best hiking trails! I’ve pulled together a list with 5 great Sedona hikes to help you start, no matter your hiking ability. You … More hiking sedona
Silver Falls State Park is the kind of place that waterfall dreams are made of. Nestled in the foothills of Oregon’s Cascade Mountains, less than an hour east of the state capital of Salem, Oregon, the sprawling 9,200 acre property is the largest state park in Oregon, and one of the most popular. There is … More chasing waterfalls in oregon
As far as destinations for south-western outdoor adventures go, it’s hard to beat Red Rocks Canyon. The national conservation area has something for every kind of outdoor enthusiast. World class rock climbing, desert hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking and camping. It’s just 25 minutes away from a little city called Las Vegas—maybe you’ve heard of … More red rocks canyon
One of my favorite places to visit and usually my first stop when I go home to Portland are the rose gardens. High atop Washington Park, the gardens are a fragrant and peaceful escape from the city down below it. Portland is known as the city of roses, but nearly a century ago, a citizen … More the rose garden
Arches National Park in Moab Utah is a red rock wonderland. Filled with over 2000 natural stone arches, you will need to plan out your day or days here to see all of the 120 square miles of this beautiful area. My advice: Start by coming early. The park officially opens at 9 but you … More arches national park
michelle in the wild 