Backpacking the Bighorns
Wyoming is one of the most wild, ruggedly beautiful states we have ventured to so far. It is beyond challenging to find areas seemingly untouched by man, so when you do, you take full advantage. Despite being less than 6 … Continued
The Bighorn Mountains: A Survival Story
No, this is not a harrowing tale of survival. This is a story about how a great day can turn into a long night. It is also a lesson in the importance of preparedness and common sense in the face … Continued
Exploring the Bighorn Mountains
Eric and I could spend an eternity in the Bighorn Mountains. Technically, we almost did, but that story is worthy of its own blog post (coming soon!). As you’ve seen in the previous posts, we have undoubtedly seen some amazing … Continued
The Shoshone National Forest
The Shoshone National Forest was an experience like no other. Eric and I were blown away by the magnificent colors and boundless terrain. In one word, Shoshone was astounding. Shoshone made me forget we just experienced West Yellowstone, which was … Continued
West Yellowstone: A Drive to Remember
Welcome to West Yellowstone and the Lamar Valley! Last year we drove through Yellowstone after entering from East Entrance Road. If you don’t recall, check out my blog post entitled Exploring Wyoming. While we understood the draw to Yellowstone, we … Continued
The Caribou-Targhee National Forest
After spending the night in the clouds (click here to check out previous blog post), we pushed forward into the Caribou-Targhee National Forest (C-T NF). Van life is exciting. You never know what you’re going to find. Each day brings … Continued
Idaho: Stanley and Beyond
If you have read just about any of my blog posts, you know good and well how much I love Idaho. What’s not to love? Idaho has it all! It is the land of cold, crystal clear water, majestic mountain … Continued
Making the Most of Our Minutes
Just like that, FIVE months have passed since my last post. Does anyone else feel as if time vanishes into thin air? It’s as if the forces of nature have a secretive time-evaporation machine hidden within the stars. The older … Continued
March Madness: Covid-19
March Madness is here, but this year, those words take on a whole new meaning. There will be no sounds of athletic shoes screetching against a beautiful hardwood floor, the swoosh of the ball as it glides oh-so-perfectly into the … Continued
February’s Challenge: Alternate Day Fasting (ADF)
There is a lot of information in this month’s blog so find a notebook and a quiet reading space or break it up into sections. Either way, I guarantee you’re going to want to stick with it until the end. … Continued