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20 Survival Items All Hikers Should Carry

By Samantha Panzera | Aug 13, 2023 |

Be fully equipped for your hiking adventure! Discover 20 essential items to ensure safety and comfort outdoors. From medical supplies to snacks, this guide has you covered. Don’t miss out on vital gear for your next hike!

Gear Review Of The Klymit Static V Sleeping Pad

By Samantha Panzera | Jul 7, 2023 |

When backpacking you are often sleeping on rocks, roots, damp soil, snow, and other elements, and without a good sleeping pad, you will be feeling every rock and root and can be left having a miserable night’s sleep. After a long day in the mountains hiking miles in the backcountry, the last thing you want is to be exhausted and sore from a bad night’s sleep on top of aching from hiking. So in this article, I will be doing a Gear Review Of The Klymit Static V Sleeping Pad.

10 Amazing Must-Have Camping Gadgets

By Samantha Panzera | Jul 5, 2023 |

Are you planning a camping adventure with friends and family? Car camping is continually getting easier with the creation of new gadgets, tools, and accessories. In this blog post, I share 10 of my favorite camping items to give you some gear ideas to make your camping trip more enjoyable and comfortable.

Tolmie Peak Fire Tower Trail in Mount Rainier National Park

By Samantha Panzera | Jun 23, 2023 |

Explore the beauty of Mount Rainier National Park! Discover the hidden gem, Tolmie Peak Fire Tower, offering panoramic views. This challenging hike rewards you with lush forests, wildflower meadows, and rocky terrain. #MountRainier #TolmiePeak #Hiking

The Ultimate Guide to Backpacking to Lake Angeles in Olympic National Park

By Samantha Panzera | Jun 12, 2023 |

Discover the captivating beauty of Lake Angeles in Olympic National Park. Tranquil and stunning, this hidden gem offers a peaceful hiking experience with panoramic mountain views. Crystal-clear waters, lush surroundings, and abundant wildlife make it a hiker’s paradise. Join us for a comprehensive guide to hiking and backpacking to this enchanting destination in Olympic National Park.

35 John Muir Quotes to Stoke Your Love for the Peaks

By Samantha Panzera | May 24, 2023 |

Immerse in mountains’ majesty, guided by John Muir’s words. The father of national parks and a wilderness advocate, Muir’s profound connection with nature shines in these 35 handpicked quotes. Explore his timeless wisdom, igniting passion for peaks and leaving you yearning for wild mountain expanses.

Hiking After ACL Surgery: Tips And Tricks For A Safe And Successful Return 

By Samantha Panzera | May 1, 2023 |

If you are an active outdoorsy person who loves going on adventures in the mountains, tearing your ACL can be absolutely devastating. In this blog post, Hiking After ACL Surgery: Tips And Tricks For A Safe And Successful Return, I will share my own experience of getting back onto the trail, hiking and backpacking after knee surgery, and things I learned along the way. I hope this post inspires and helps you with your own journey of getting back into the mountains after knee surgery.

The Ultimate Guide to Backpacking Lake Ingalls and Headlight Basin in Washington State

By Samantha Panzera | Apr 17, 2023 |

Interested in Backpacking to Lake Ingalls and Headlight Basin in the Alpine Lakes Wilderness?
Lake Ingalls is a stunning alpine lake located in the heart of the Alpine Lakes Wilderness of Washington State, offering a challenging yet rewarding backpacking experience for outdoor enthusiasts. With its crystal clear blue-green water and the impressive view of Mount Stuart, the second tallest non-volcanic peak in Washington looming above Lake Ingalls, is impressive, to say the least.

12 Years of Hiking with Meindl Boots: The Ultimate Review

By Samantha Panzera | Apr 10, 2023 |

Extremely Durable
These boots had a lot of use. There were several backpacking trips where I was hiking over 35 miles over very rugged terrain and some scrambles and these boots worked great. They lasted 12 years before falling apart with lots of hikes over the years.

Snowshoeing the Scenic Skyline Lake Trail in Washington State

By Samantha Panzera | Mar 28, 2023 |

Looking for an easy snowshoeing destination with gorgeous views? Check out the Skyline Lake Trail in Washington State. This short yet steep hike has stunning mountain peaks and snow-covered boulder fields leading to a frozen lake. This is a great place to spend a fun-filled day in the mountains.

45 of the Best Stocking Stuffers for Hikers and Backpackers

By Samantha Panzera | Dec 5, 2022 |

Are you struggling to find fun Christmas stocking stuffers for the hiker or backpacker in your life? If you need ideas and inspiration for gifts, you are in luck! We have gathered a list of 45 of the Best Stocking Stuffers for Hikers and Backpackers. Stocking stuffers are often forgotten until the last minute. We hope that this list can help you get ahead of the holiday season and help you find unique and creative stocking stuffers that hikers will absolutely love.

Snowshoe Snoqualmie’s Gold Creek Pond Trail

By Darlene Panzera | Feb 16, 2021 |

New to snowshoeing? Or just need a fun day-trip getaway? Try snowshoeing the Gold Creek Pond Trail east of Snoqualmie Pass in Washington State. With easy access just off I-90 at Exit 54, you can start snowshoeing through the tall evergreen trees on the edge of the Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest just minutes after parking…

A First-timer’s Guide to Snowshoeing at Mt. Rainier

By Darlene Panzera | Feb 9, 2021 |

Looking to escape the gray skies and get outside? The Paradise area at Mt. Rainier National Park in Washington State is a great place for snowshoeing for several reasons.

High Rock Lookout – Hiking in Gifford Pinchot National Forest

By Samantha Panzera | Oct 26, 2020 |

High Rock Lookout is a popular 3.2 mile round trip hike with 1,365 feet of elevation gain to a fire tower that was built in 1929. This moderately difficult hike leads to postcard-worthy 360-degree views that definitely have that Pacific Northwest wow factor! If you are just visiting Washington State or even a local who has yet to see this beauty, High Rock Lookout is a great hike to check out.

High Rock Lookout Photo Gallery

By Samantha Panzera | Oct 26, 2020 |

High Rock Lookout Photo Gallery. Great photos and inspiration to go hike to this fire tower.

50 Inspirational Hiking Quotes To Inspire You To Get Outdoors!

By Samantha Panzera | Sep 21, 2020 |

If you love hiking and exploring the outdoors but need some extra inspiration to set aside the never-ending to-do list, we have put together 50 Inspirational Hiking Quotes to Inspire You To Get Outdoors.

35 Great Trail Running Shoes for Women

By Samantha Panzera | May 20, 2020 |

If you are bored of running on the treadmill and want to venture into trail running in the great outdoors you are going to need to upgrade your footwear. Many shoes that are great for concrete or a treadmill are not designed to handle some of the more rugged terrain you may encounter while running out in nature. So right here we have gathered 35 Great Trail Running Shoes for Women.

35 Great Trail Running Shoes for Men

By Samantha Panzera | May 6, 2020 |

If you are bored of running on the treadmill and want to venture into trail running in the great outdoors you are going to need to upgrade your footwear. Many shoes that are great for concrete or a treadmill are not designed to handle some of the more rugged terrain you may encounter while running out in nature. So right here we have gathered 35 Great Trail Running Shoes for Men.

Backpacking Upper Lena Lake – Olympic National Park

By Samantha Panzera | Jan 30, 2020 |

Upper Lena Lake is a gorgeous alpine lake located in Olympic National Park. This beautiful lake makes for an excellent summer backpacking destination.

Milk Lake: Beautiful Hidden Gem in Olympic National Park

By Samantha Panzera | Jan 30, 2020 |

Milk Lake is a Hidden Gem in Olympic National Park Just a Short Hike Past Upper Lena Lake.
If you have hiked all the way out to Upper Lena Lake and are still up for more hiking make sure you don’t miss Milk Lake. This tiny glacier-fed lake is absolutely stunning with its turquoise blue waters. The vibrant colors of the lake in contrast with the lush green meadow filled with Avalanche Lillys is definitely an Olympic National Park must-see for those who are up for the challenge of backpacking for miles over rugged terrain.