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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New Year’s Day at Gem Lake: Setting the Tone for the Year Ahead
No resolutions, no pressure—just movement, fresh air, and time together. Our New Year’s Day hike to Gem Lake offered quiet trails, dramatic granite, and cloud-wrapped views of Longs Peak—a simple, grounding way to step into the year with intention, presence, and steady forward motion. Read more
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2025: Depth, Distance, and the Wild Places That Shaped Us
2025 was a year of depth, distance, and unforgettable wild places. From solo backpacking through desert canyons to alpine lakes, glaciers, and bucket-list landscapes in the Canadian Rockies, this year blended challenge, connection, and awe—one trail, canyon, and campfire at a time. Read more
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Thanksgiving in Vermilion Cliffs: Wandering a Desert of Stone, Sky & Silence (Part 2)
Part 2 carries us deeper into Vermilion Cliffs—wandering White Pocket’s swirling sandstone, discovering ancient rock art, standing above Wrather Canyon, watching California condors soar, and celebrating Thanksgiving beneath a sky filled with stars and desert silence. Read more
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Thanksgiving in Vermilion Cliffs: Wandering a Desert of Stone, Sky & Silence (Part 1)
Snowy Colorado passes, starlit desert skies, and a tiny campground straddling the Utah–Arizona border. In Part 1, we trade winter for sandstone, camp in the San Rafael Swell, and settle at Stateline Campground on the edge of Vermilion Cliffs—quietly setting the stage for the adventures still to come. Read more
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Yoho: Where Rivers Meet & Journeys End (Day 9-10)
The journey from Jasper to Yoho National Park unfolds amidst breathtaking landscapes, with valleys, towering peaks, and roaring rivers. Highlights include Takakkaw Falls and Emerald Lake, capturing a blend of beauty and adventure. This ten-day trip reflects the lasting memories that travel inspires, signaling both an ending and a new beginning. Read more
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Jasper: Rain, Spirit & Sunset (Day 8)
Rain and mist gave way to sunlight as we explored Jasper. From Maligne Lake to Spirit Island, Medicine Lake to Pyramid Island, the day offered wildlife, waffles, sacred stillness, and golden sunsets—Jasper in all its moods. Read more
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The Icefields Parkway: A Journey Through Ice and Time (Day 7)
Some roads are more than just a way to get from one place to another—they’re journeys in themselves. The Icefields Parkway, stretching 145 miles between Lake Louise and Jasper, is one of those roads. Said to pass by more than 100 glaciers, it promised a day of wonder. And it delivered. Read more
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Moraine Lake: Where Autumn Meets the Sky (Day 6)
On a crisp morning, Moraine Lake was icy blue beneath golden peaks. Bill and I embark on a journey up to Larch Valley, where autumn blazed gold against turquoise waters, and ended with a curious pika—a day painted in colors only the Rockies could create. Read more
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Lake Louise – Tea, Trails & Timeless Views (Day 5)
Lake Louise shimmered turquoise beneath its glaciers as Bill and I hiked to Lake Agnes Tea House. From Mirror Lake to the Devil’s Thumb, blueberry cobbler to Steller’s Jays, this day was about slowing down and savoring Banff’s alpine heart. Read more
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Banff National Park – First Glimpses of the Rockies (Days 3-4)
The journey through Canada leading to Banff National Park, a stunning introduction to the Rockies. Exploring iconic sites like Johnston Canyon, Silverton Falls, and enjoying Canadian treats like BeaverTails marked an unforgettable first day filled with natural beauty and adventure. Read more
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Yellowstone National Park – Geysers, Canyons & First Miles North (Day 1-2)
Our Canadian Rockies adventure began in Yellowstone, where Bill and I shared Old Faithful for the first time. From geysers and waterfalls to bear sightings and canyon views, this was the perfect start to our 10-day journey north into Canada. Read more
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Backpacking to Mirror Lake: 3 Days in Rocky Mountain National Park
Three days in the Rocky Mountain National Park brought moonlit skies, mirror-like lakes, hidden alpine ponds, and star-filled nights. Between storms and sunshine, we found beauty in every step—a backcountry escape that left us both humbled and renewed. Read more
