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  • Yosemite National Park

    In May, I was able to visit one of my closest friends, Keaton, in Yosemite National Park. I had been to Yosemite once before only very briefly on a motorcycle road trip. Ever since then, I knew I wanted to… Continue reading

  • Long Weekend Among Tall Trees (Part 2)

    With our itinerary out the window, I was ready to make the most of the time we had left on this trip! And that is exactly what we did. While we weren’t able to do or see everything I had… Continue reading

  • Long Weekend Among Tall Trees (Part 1)

    If you ever have a chance to travel to the Redwoods, take it. These giants are among the most unique organisms to ever grace the earth, and we as humans are lucky enough that it is during our time on… Continue reading

  • Skiing Hoodoo

    Winter can be tough for me with shorter days and colder temperatures, making it challenging to get out and get my typical dose of nature. However, over the past few years, I’ve fallen in love with skiing. Skiing has made… Continue reading

  • Exploring Maryland: A Guide To My Favorite Hometown Hike

    Over the holidays, I was lucky enough to visit my hometown, Frederick, Maryland! It’s always nice to spend some time reconnecting with family since I live so far away. While there, my family and I set a great precedent for… Continue reading

  • Breaking in the Camper: Adventure to Vegas

    We bought a camper! And here’s how our first trip went… Although far from a rugged camping trip in the wilderness, our first adventure in our new truck bed camper was a success! We spent this first trip outside of… Continue reading

  • Let Me Introduce Myself

    Hi, I’m Katie, a self-proclaimed nature-lover who loves hiking, camping, skiing, or simply soaking in the natural world! Right now, I’m lucky to call Bend, Oregon home—a paradise for anyone who loves the outdoors as much as I do. I… Continue reading

Wildflowers: a beautiful reminder life’s fragility yet unwavering persistence.