April 30th- April 1st came and went so fast, much like the eleven years that came before it. For ten of those years, I’ve held a quiet habit: I write a dedication piece on this day. Not out of nostalgia, but because this date marks something more profound than a memory. It was a transformational …
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Most people think feeling lost in life is a bad thing. Like it means you’re behind.Like something is wrong.Like you should hurry up and “figure it out.” But what if feeling lost is actually the sign that you’re alive? When I was a teenager traveling full-time with my family, we didn’t try to avoid the …
There was a summer when I came home from my bartending job, sat on my bed, and just stared at my life. I had been hustling to build my business with no financial progress.I didn’t really have friends.I was single and cynical about it.Even my family relationships were starting to feel heavy instead of joyful. …
I remember laying in bed in our tiny RV — Momo — trying not to cry. I was 14, 15, 16 years old, and I felt deeply disliked by the world. Rejected. Invisible. Hurt. And like most of us are taught to do, I shoved it all down. I had learned somewhere along the way …
Most people treat fear like a stop sign. They say, “I’m scared,” and that’s the end of the story. But fear isn’t an ending — it’s a decision point. And the way you treat fear determines whether it controls your life… or becomes the doorway to everything you want. This is lesson five of what …
For most of my life, competition was the structure of my world. From the time I was little, I was immersed in competitive sports — club soccer, gymnastics, and eventually surfing. My parents owned a gymnastics facility, so I was tumbling before I could even walk. Sports came naturally to me, and at first, I …
Rejection only hurts when you’ve outsourced your sense of worth to someone else. That was one of the biggest lessons I learned growing up traveling full-time as a teenager — and it’s something most of us were never taught. When people reject us, it feels personal. It feels like proof that we weren’t good enough. …
What if the reason you don’t fit in isn’t because something is wrong with you — but because you were never meant to? This is lesson three in the things I learned growing up traveling full-time as a teenager — lessons most of us aren’t taught, but probably should be. When my family moved into …
Most people gain wisdom through hardship. They go through heartbreak, failure, burnout, and loss — and only then look back and say, “I wish my younger self knew this.” But for me, life kind of worked backwards. At 14 years old, my parents did something most people would call crazy. They sold everything we owned, …
June 2018 Have you ever accidentally hiked 18 miles with an unnecessary 30 pounds on your back? 🤦🏽♀️ No? Just us. On a warm Thursday in June, in the South Cascades of Washington, The Fantastic Four (Robyn, Danny, Isabelle, and I), set off on a trail with the intention of backpacking to a beautiful alpine …
Hiking in the USA is iconic, diverse, and stunning! We’ve compiled the best hikes in America into a comprehensive bucket list for you to gain inspiration and plan your next hiking trip! These hikes are unforgettable and under the radar, making them worth every challenging step! Back in 2015, when we first moved into our …
7/12/23 – A couple of day ago I headed out into the Wind River Range, filled with excitement about the first mountain adventure of the season. Here in the Winds, July is always a bit early in the season for climbing and after a harsh winter, it’s even more-so. I just about ruled off that …
Are you grappling with lead climbing fear? Do you often feel pressure to send your routes? Nervousness creeps in before a climb, doesn’t it? You might wish for more fun and improved climbing ability. Imagine a sunny day, you and your friends on a bumpy dirt road for a rock climbing adventure. Excitement fills the …
Spearfish SD might be the most underrated outdoor town in America. Here are 35 amazing things to do in Spearfish SD including top adventures, eateries & activities! Located on the western edge of what might seem like a desolate midwestern state, is a town lush with forest, hills, and meadows that we’d say are comparable …
Looking to visit Glacier National Park this summer? Read this simple guide to Glacier National Park reservations to find out who needs Glacier reservations, when you need them, where you need them, and how to make reservations in Glacier for a great summer trip. Yep, the rumors are true. Glacier National Park now requires reservations …
Whether you’re an Ikon Pass owner headed to the slopes of Steamboat Mountain or a traveler seeking a winter getaway, I can guarantee that these 17 things to do in Steamboat Springs in the winter will make for an unforgettable trip! Steamboat is a unique ski town and though it’s certainly a bustling Colorado ski …
The Grandstaff Canyon rappel in Moab, Utah is an amazing half-day adventure full of legendary fun and nothing very strenuous. It’s all crime, no punishment as this one-way hike takes you to two epic 100 rappels, one of which is a free hanging rappel off of Morning Glory Arch! Climbers and canyoners will be able …
In this blog, we’re breaking down the best ski passes, comparing Indy vs Ikon vs Epic pass so you can find out which pass is best for you and have an amazing ski and snowboard season! When it comes to choosing your winter ski trip plans, it’s hard to know which winter ski pass is …
