October 2021
Idaho It’s really difficult to be sad about leaving Montana while heading to your other favorite state: Idaho. Or as I like to say, Idahome <3 I may no longer have the privilege of physically living in Idaho, but my … 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
July ’19: By the Hair of our Chinny Chin, Chin.
The VAN July is over. I’m not sure how we pulled everything together by the 31st, but we did it! As the saying goes, we made our time frame “by the hair of our chinny chin, chin”. It was CLOSE. … Continued
June ’19: The Proof is in Idaho
In a completely non-religious context—Heaven exists. I have proof. This month, check out the Bench Lakes Trail, Adelmann Mine Trail, van progress, and hear a funny story about mormon crickets. As you all know by now, I love Idaho. This … Continued
December ’18: A Year in Review
Time is a constant in life. Tick, tick, tick—The seconds go by, day in-day out, efficient and uninterrupted. Despite my understanding of how time works, I have a theory that there are miniature ornery creatures with deranged eyes, purple fur, … Continued
October ’18: Pot of Gold
It has been a beautiful fall here in Boise, Idaho. I feel fortunate to live in such an amazing state where the weather is prime and outdoor adventures wow even the most seasoned traveler. The downside is that wanderlust constantly … Continued
Trail Hoppers: The Final Chapter in the Idaho Hot Springs Loop Saga.
The last blog update left off with Eric and I settling into Stanley after withstanding an abundance of road blocks and detours. At this point, our journey had lead us 262.12 miles with over 14,000 feet of elevation gain. Little … Continued
Shifting Gears: Idaho Hot Springs Loop (part 3)
I’m not sure how to start this blog update, so I suppose I’m just going to jump right into it. If you haven’t already read part 2 (click here) because the story will probably not make any sense. I left … Continued
Knowledge is Power: Idaho Hot Springs Loop (part 2)
Boise to Ketcham (175.33 miles) “If it was easy, everyone would do it.” -Said by anyone who’s tried to do something hard After 8 days, Eric and I are happy to report we are alive and well, skin … Continued