Even though I am a huge planner with a pretty detailed packing list, there are always a few little things I forget to pack. Sometimes there are things I didn’t even consider packing that I really wish I had brought.…
Sunrise at Mesa Arch in Canyonlands National Park
One of the things I love to do while traveling is catch the sunrise at some awesome place. Depending on the time of year this can make for an early morning, but an awesome experience. I had read in the…
Canyonlands: Whale Rock
Whale Rock was my favorite hike when we were in Canyonlands. It is basically climbing up a HUGE slick rock and the view is spectacular. How to Get There: From the Island in the Sky Visitor’s Center, head South then…
Delicate Arch Trail in Arches National Park
Delicate Arch in Arches National Park is one of the staple symbols of Utah, right up there with the beehive. Because of this we see Delicate Arch everywhere, it even has a prime place on half of our license plates.…
Arches and Canyonlands National Parks Travel Guide
For Spring Break a few weeks ago, we went down to Moab, Utah to see Arches and Canyonlands National Parks. We had such a great time and were able to pack in a TON of hikes. Here is a break…
Review: Atlasware Waterbottle
I am a water bottle snob. I had the same metal water bottle for almost 5 years before it finally bit the dust. And in the last year I have gone through 5+ water bottles trying to find the perfect…
From the Road: Canyonlands and Arches National Parks
We had a great last two days seeing two national parks. Yesterday was dedicated to seeing Canyonlands. We had an early start leaving our campsite at 6:00 am to see the sunrise at Mesa Arch. We spent the rest of…
From the Road: Arches National Park
Just stopping in to do a quick post about our current adventures! We are at Arches National Park today and are having a blast! Today we conquered Delicate Arch and are pumped for more hikes around Arches and Canyonlands before…
Grand Canyon Rim Trail
Going to the Grand Canyon allows you to drink in the immensity that is nature. I wrote previously about my first view of the Grand Canyon and the thirst that it inspired in me. When you first go you will…
Bright Angel Trail, a Below the Rim Grand Canyon Hike
Upon our arrival in the Grand Canyon at the East entrance we were given the fall guide to the park. After leaving our first stop at the Desert View Watchtower, while driving to south rim I (Ben) studied the guide…