When I was planning my O Circuit trek, I was so excited to finally experience the beauty of Patagonia. But the planning was a little more stressful than I imagined because I could not find solid information about what the campgrounds on this hike looked…
If you dream of backpacking through Patagonia’s wild mountains, glaciers, and valleys, the O Circuit in Torres del Paine is one of the most rewarding treks in the world. This 8 – 9 day loop takes you beyond the crowded W Trek and around the…
Do you feel like packing for backpacking trips is overwhelming? Are you always trying to figure out what you really need to pack for backpacking? Are you a woman who is tired of reading what men think women should pack on their backpacking trips? Whether…
If you are anything like me, you’re planning your first (or maybe second or third) trip to Yosemite and don’t want to miss anything, but you’re overwhelmed with the size of the park and trying to figure out which trails are actually worth your time….
If you’re feeling overwhelmed planning your Yosemite trip, you’re not alone. The park is huge, there is so much to see and do, and there are multiple highways that lead to the park and gateway towns competing for your attention. This makes figuring out where…
It’s hard to describe the magic of backpacking in Yosemite. The granite landscapes, ranging from jagged peaks to soft domes, dense pine forests that give way to wildflower-filled meadows split in half by rushing creeks, and of course, waterfalls cascading from alpine lakes and along…
