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Reconnecting With Nature in Port Crescent Park

This article is based on the author's experiences in Port Crescent Park. Everyone's experiences may differ based on company, season,...

REI Membership: Is it worth the $30?

The following is my own opinion based on my value extracted from the membership. Valuation and priorities may vary from individual to...

Led by Llamas: My Stay at Mount LeConte Lodge in Great Smoky Mountain National Park.

This article is based on my own experiences with Mount LeConte Lodge. Everyone's experiences may differ based on company, season,...

Rocky Mountain National Park on a Budget

Everyone's budget is different and your trip may look different depending on timing, travel costs, etc. This is only meant to be a guide...

Rocky Mountain

I spent 4 days camping in the Rockies in 2023

Death Valley

My most recent trip, I visited this park in 2024.

These are the National Parks I've been fortunate enough to visit. I can't wait to see this list grow!

Denali

My first park visited in 2003! I was too young to think about taking lots of pictures.

Great Smoky Mountains

I've spent the most time in this parks; visiting in 2016, 2021, 2022, and 2023.

Hot Springs

A great park for people more interested in history than hikes. I visited in 2022.

Gateway Arch

Arguably the most controversial park, I've been up in the Arch several times, most recently in 2021.

Indiana Dunes

One of the newer parks, this was a great park for a weekend trip. I visited in 2022.

Saguaro

I was able to spend time in this park while visiting family in 2023.

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