Stories from the Trails, Roads, Canyons & Camps That Shaped Us
Since 2018, our adventures have taken us from quiet Colorado trails and red rock canyons to scenic campsites, rugged backroads, alpine lakes, and wild places that keep calling us back.
This page gathers our adventure stories in one place — the hikes, camping trips, canyoneering routes, overlanding journeys, snow-covered escapes, and memorable moments that have become part of our story together.
Some adventures are big and bold. Others are simple days outside with good views, dusty boots, and a reminder of why we wander in the first place.
Start exploring below — every post is another chapter in the journey.
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Into the Last Frontier: Chapter 2
Chapter 2: Where Three Rivers Become One. A cloudy Alaska day brings a brief glimpse of Denali, a walk through historic Talkeetna, and the remarkable confluence of the Talkeetna, Chulitna, and Susitna Rivers. When weather postpones our flightseeing plans, the day unfolds into something just as memorable—one unexpected discovery at a time. Read more
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Into the Last Frontier: Chapter 1
Chapter 1: The Road into Alaska’s Wild Interior. Our Alaska expedition begins beneath the midnight sun, then turns south toward the remote Denali Highway. Along the way, braided rivers, wildlife, glaciers, the Alaska Range, and a rustic cabin reveal a wilder, greener side of the Last Frontier—one unforgettable mile at a time. Read more
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Crossing Into Alaska
The next two days were packed with adventure and major milestones on this Alaska road trip. First, I crossed the mighty Yukon River on the George Black ferry, a unique experience and another reminder of just how remote northern Canada can be. From there, I continued toward one of the most memorable border crossings I’ve… Read more
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Deep Into the Yukon Wilderness
A grizzly bear encounter, 279 miles on the remote Canol Heritage Trail, and endless Yukon wilderness made this stretch of the journey unforgettable. Surrounded by pristine lakes, rugged mountains, and complete solitude, the adventure culminated in crossing the Yukon River and entering Alaska. Read more
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Northbound: The Journey to Alaska Begins
What began as a solo journey north quickly became an unforgettable Alaska Highway adventure. From black bears and bison to remote wilderness, mountain scenery, and legendary cinnamon rolls, the road through British Columbia and the Yukon delivered wildlife, exploration, and memories before reaching Alaska. Read more
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Small Adventures Before the Big One
Between big adventures, we stayed close to home with local Colorado hikes, scenic drives, waterfall trails, dog-friendly outings, and mountain picnic moments. These smaller spring adventures carried us through the season with fresh air, good company, wild views, and a reminder that local miles still matter. Read more
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Out of the Needles: Wind, Overlooks & One Last Arch
The final chapter of our Canyonlands Needles backcountry series follows a wind-driven change of plans, the drive back over Elephant Hill, sweeping views from Big Spring and Needles Overlooks, a soft landing in Moab, and one last hike to Corona and Bowtie Arch. Read more
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Into the Stone: Joint Trail & Chesler Park
Day 4 in the Needles took us from a quiet sunrise at Horsehoof Camp into the cool sandstone passages of the Joint Trail and the wide-open beauty of Chesler Park — a day of hidden corridors, sweeping views, camp wandering, and cotton candy skies. Read more
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Into The Needles via Elephant Hill
Day 3 of our Canyonlands backcountry series takes us over Elephant Hill, through Devil’s Lane, out to Confluence Overlook, and finally into Horsehoof Camp — where the Needles surround us in sandstone, silence, and sunset. Read more
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The Long Way Into The Needles
The first chapter of our Canyonlands backcountry series begins north of Moab and winds through Bears Ears, Davis Canyon, ancient pictographs, sweeping overlooks, and sandy trails toward Lockhart Basin — setting the stage for our journey deep into the Needles District. Read more
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Presidents’ Day on the Ridge: South Ridge & Horsetooth Rock Loop
Beneath wide February skies, we walked South Ridge at Horsetooth Mountain Open Space. Dry golden hills below, snow-capped Longs Peak above. A quiet Presidents’ Day hike on a trail with history, ranching roots, and gratitude for protected land. Read more
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Eagle’s Nest Open Space: 3 Bar & OT Loop
A dry winter led us into open foothills at Eagle’s Nest Open Space, where wide skies, quiet trails, and ranching history shaped a 5.4-mile walk through high desert terrain, shared miles, and a season that asked us to adapt. Read more
