Snow, Steam and Bison

Yellowstone National Park in the winter is a different world from summer trips, where throngs of people crowd around Old Faithful and traffic comes to a standstill at the first sight of an elk. Our inaugural snowshoe tour to Yellowstone National Park in January was a hit! We experienced true winter with fresh snow falling […]

Benefits of being outdoors on mental health

How spending time outdoors can positively impact your mood and mental health With spring right around the corner, any glimpse of sun can have you ready to jump in your shorts to enjoy time outside. There’s nothing quite like that first 60 degree soaking in the fresh, warm air. For so many of us, our […]

Skincare For Hikers and Cyclists

How to take care of your skin amidst the elements You may have nailed down your pre-departure checklist for weekends hiking or cycling, but what does your routine look like when you get home? It’s easy to forget about our skincare after a long day spent outside, but the consequences of neglecting our biggest organ […]

Choosing a Guided Tour 101

What to look for in a guided tour So, you’re considering going on a guided hiking or cycling tour. When it comes to travel, there are countless ways to approach everything. Looking into joining a guided hiking trip or cycling tour can be overwhelming, but as we’ve mentioned in a previous blog, can also be […]

Packing Tips For Hikers

How to pack before hitting the trails Whether you’re a novice or seasoned hiker, we’ve all spent the morning of a hike quickly throwing things in our bag before rushing out the door. Understanding what to pack and how best to pack is a skill that is continually sharpened, based on where you’re headed and […]

Best Snacks For Hiking

How to pack snacks for your day on the trail The best part about hiking the great outdoors is the food, right? Wrong. Trail snacks aren’t usually top of the list when it comes to the perks of hiking, but it doesn’t have to be a chore either. Knowing the science behind what you pack […]

Travel Photography With Your Phone

How To Take Professional Quality Photos Without Buying Expensive Gear It’s a no brainer that when we travel, we want to document the experience. Whether you’re hitting the trails or hopping on the bike, it can be difficult to capture the beauty of your trip the way you really want to. Often times our best […]

How To Pick The Perfect Travel Destination

Tips to help you plan your next getaway Perhaps one of your New Year’s resolutions is to travel more.  You may be asking: where do I begin? Picking the perfect travel destination is a big barrier to making it happen. Options can feel overwhelming, and expectations are high. Before getting ahead of yourself with all […]

Best National Parks To Visit In Spring

  Make The Most Of Springtime Travel With These Must-See National Parks It’s hard to believe 2020 is right around the corner. With the craziness of the holiday season, springtime can creep up on us before we even have time to take down winter decor. Before we know it, calendars and weekends are booked up […]

How To Have A Green Holiday

Sustainability Tips For the Holiday Season Its the most wonderful time of the year that just so happens to be the most wasteful time of the year. Between the holiday cards, shopping, wrapping, traveling, and unwrapping, Americans end up wasting millions of tons of trash. Despite what mainstream media depicts, the season of giving doesn’t […]