on being with bears
Do bear bells work? Should I play dead? What about guns in bear country? Read more and stay safe.
Water, water, everywhere…
To celebrate our 20th anniversary, we head to Lake Superior for torrential waterfalls and splendid views.
SF Crosstown Trail
On a 17-mile urban trail, I discover hidden greenways, mosaicked stairs, wooded ravines and stunning views.
yes regrets
Regrets are not something to avoid, because they can spur us to live more fully – especially on trail.
Sea to Summit Aeros UL Inflatable Pillow review
A wee bit of luxury in a 2-ounce pillow makes all the difference on Blissful’s recent Arizona Trail hike.
AZT day 33, cowpie camp to Utah, 17 miles
As the wind builds into a sandstorm, I finish the Arizona Trail at the border under the brooding Vermillion Cliffs.
AZT day 32, Cottonwood to beyond North Rim and Orderville Trailhead to cow-pie field, 20 miles
The trail is an engineering marvel taking me steeply up through red cliffs all alone to the North Rim.
AZT day 31, South Rim (Grand Canyon) to Cottonwood Campground, 16 miles
Hiking into the canyon on the Kaibab Trail is one of the most exhilarating experiences of my life.
AZT day 30, Forest Road to Grandview Lookout, 21 miles
Another long day up and down through ponderosa and dust with the first glimpse of the Grand Canyon.
AZT day 29, Babbit Lake to FR 913M (Kaibab National Forest) 21 miles
Sam drives me past Mount Humphreys to Babbitt Lake and it’s an easy day through ranchland to a perfect camp spot.
