Hiking the Chute of Muddy Creek in the San Rafael Swell

This was one of the most amazing hikes I’ve ever done. […]

November 3rd, 2011|Comments Off on Hiking the Chute of Muddy Creek in the San Rafael Swell

The Most Epic National Park You’ve Never Been To

I drove through Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park last week. Wow. […]

October 25th, 2011|Comments Off on The Most Epic National Park You’ve Never Been To

Hiking Mt. Garfield (6,765′) in Colorado

This might be the best short hike I’ve done. […]

October 23rd, 2011|Comments Off on Hiking Mt. Garfield (6,765′) in Colorado

Climbing Otto’s Route (III 5.9-, 350′) on Independence Monument, CO

This is THE classic desert tower in Colorado. […]

October 22nd, 2011|Comments Off on Climbing Otto’s Route (III 5.9-, 350′) on Independence Monument, CO

Climbing the North Chimney (III 5.9, 400′) of Castleton Tower, Moab

This is definitely one of the desert southwest’s most iconic rock formations. […]

October 6th, 2011|Comments Off on Climbing the North Chimney (III 5.9, 400′) of Castleton Tower, Moab

Hiking Half Dome and Feeling Claustrophobic in Yosemite

Yosemite is Mecca for rock climbers, but this particular trip left me with mixed feelings. […]

September 27th, 2011|Comments Off on Hiking Half Dome and Feeling Claustrophobic in Yosemite

My 4x Great Grandfather’s Grave, Plus 15 Minutes in Wyoming

I decided to drive to Wyoming today. […]

September 24th, 2011|Comments Off on My 4x Great Grandfather’s Grave, Plus 15 Minutes in Wyoming

My First Visit to Portland and the Oregon Coast

Last month I visited Portland and the Oregon coast for the first time.  […]

September 23rd, 2011|Comments Off on My First Visit to Portland and the Oregon Coast

The Highline Trail (and a Quick Mountain Climb) in Glacier National Park

Every time I’d see a photo of Glacier National Park, I’d have a “Wow, holy crap” moment. […]

September 21st, 2011|Comments Off on The Highline Trail (and a Quick Mountain Climb) in Glacier National Park

Climbing the South Spur on Mt. Adams, Washington

Mt. Adams is now one of my favorite mountains.  […]

September 20th, 2011|Comments Off on Climbing the South Spur on Mt. Adams, Washington