Welcome to Bearfoot Theory

Empowering you to be a confident, independent, and responsible outdoor enthusiast

Read blog

Start Here

Start Here

Build Confidence Outside

Explore Vanlife

From awesome skiing and outdoor recreation, to off-season prices, and a welcoming mountain town, in this blog post I share 4 reasons to visit Jasper, Alberta in winter.

Winter Destinations

The ultimate gift guide for outdoor lovers featuring gift ideas for him & her, for hikers, backpackers, vanlifers, international travelers, skiers & more.

Read about the top highlights from Bearfoot Theory's first-ever Open Roads Fest. A van life festival for outdoor enthusiasts.

Join us at Open Roads Fest June 25-28, 2020

Latest Posts
Popular Posts

Looking for useful, eco-friendly gifts for the outdoor enthusiast in your life? Check out this list of our favorite sustainable, eco-minded gifts for 2019.

Eco-Friendly Gifts for Outdoor Enthusiasts in 2019

Four days at Lake O'Hara was the highlight of my Canadian Rockies trip. Get my detailed hiking & camping guide to this British Columbia National Park.

Camping & Hiking at Lake O’Hara in Yoho National Park (Canadian Rockies)

Plan a backpacking trip on the Trans-Catalina Trail on Catalina Island with this trail guide with tips on the best campsites, water availability, gear & more

Trans-Catalina Trail Backpacking Guide

The ultimate gift guide for outdoor lovers featuring gift ideas for him & her, for hikers, backpackers, vanlifers, international travelers, skiers & more.

40 Best Gifts for Outdoor Lovers 2019: Ideas for Hikers, Vanlifers, Travelers & More

Hit the slopes or cruise the coast with our list of 12 winter destinations for outdoor adventure, perfect for the sun-seeker and snow-lover alike.

Snow & Sun: 12 Winter Destinations for Outdoor Adventure

The summer crowds have dispersed, but it's still prime camping season. Get prepared and learn how to stay warm with these fall camping tips.

Fall Camping Tips: How to Prepare and Stay Warm

Get all the info you need for backpacking the San Jacinto Peak Loop Trail, the most scenic route to summit San Jacinto Peak.

Backpacking Guide: Hiking the San Jacinto Peak Loop Trail

Use these tips to learn how to do Moab like a local and be a responsible visitor while hiking, camping, off-roading and more.

How to Do Moab Like a Local: Must-Know Tips for your First Visit

The ultimate gift guide for outdoor lovers featuring gift ideas for him & her, for hikers, backpackers, vanlifers, international travelers, skiers & more.

40 Best Gifts for Outdoor Lovers 2019: Ideas for Hikers, Vanlifers, Travelers & More

Looking for useful, eco-friendly gifts for the outdoor enthusiast in your life? Check out this list of our favorite sustainable, eco-minded gifts for 2019.

Eco-Friendly Gifts for Outdoor Enthusiasts in 2019

Looking to score a deal on cheap camping and outdoor gear? Here are 12 places to buy discounted outdoor gear - both new and used.

12 Places to Buy Discounted Outdoor Gear

What to wear skiing - the ultimate guide to skiing apparel so you have the right clothes for staying warm, dry, and comfortable on the slopes.

What to Wear Skiing: The Ultimate Skiing Apparel Guide

Learn about the trail, permits, and gear in this detailed guide to hiking the Wave in Arizona in the Vermilion Cliffs National Monument.

Everything you Need to Know about Hiking The Wave in Arizona

20 Best Hot Springs in Nevada Mapped

The Colorado Gems: 8 affordable ski resorts without the crowds

Follow this detailed 7-day Teton and Yellowstone road trip itinerary to travel to the best sites, hikes, and attractions in these two incredible national parks.

The Ultimate 7-day Teton and Yellowstone Road Trip Itinerary

Explore The best in Gear

A little Instamagic

Instagram post 17859043297619193

One thing I’ve been becoming more aware of lately is the lack of balance in my life. Since starting my business in 2014, I’ve lived by the work hard, play hard mentality, without much room for anything else between. I’m not exaggerating when I say that 98% of the time when I’m not adventuring outside or driving the van somewhere, I’m sitting with my eyes glued to my computer without breaking or giving myself room to breathe. Before I started my blog, I had other interests outside of those that I focus on at BFT - like music, cooking, and yoga. But frankly, my balls to the wall mentality hasn’t left space for those things. Now I’m absolutely in love with my job, and it brings me so much joy, but deep down, I know some of my daily habits need to change. By giving myself time to explore new passions, develop healthy routines, and to grow as an individual, it will elevate the way I can show up for you all and in my business. So for those of you who have a good handle on self-care, I’d love to hear your tips for getting on track. ✌🏼🍂

Instagram post 17842086568844585

For #GivingTuesday, I'm raising money for @grandstaircasepartners, a non-profit that is doing critical work to promote science, education, and conservation of Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument in Southern Utah. GSESN is one of the most unique and special places I've ever been to, and this small non-profit is doing boots on the ground work, as well as work at the federal level to ensure this area is preserved for future generations. They need help to increase public awareness of the Monument, so whether you donate $5 or $500, every little bit helps. If you want to participate, you can find find the info on the Bearfoot Theory Facebook page, and FB is matching all donations today (until a total of $7 million in donations are reached across the platform). Thanks for your support!
•••
#grandstaircase #escalantenationalmonument #escalante #visitutah #utahgram #utahisrad #beautahful

Instagram post 18082888330093890

Instagram post 17850110665735209

It’s no secret that many bloggers make a portion of their income by promoting brands online. My sponsored post policy has always been to only work with brands that I love and would gladly pay full price for. Moving forward, I want to take it a step further. As consumers, we vote with our dollars, and I want to be supporting brands that not only make long-lasting, useful products, but those that give back and are actively working to reduce the impact of their operations and products on the planet.
•••
I’m so proud to work with @obozfootwear, a company that does more than make my favorite hiking shoes. In addition to planting a tree for every pair sold, they offset the carbon emissions from their shoe shipments + some, and their headquarters are 100% wind powered. They also donate any shoes with minor flaws (that can’t be sold) to people in need.
•••
As we enter the holiday season, I encourage you to do a little digging into the brands that make the products you are purchasing. Do their core values align with your own? If not, why not support a different company that does?
•••
#obozfootwear #truetothetrail #oboz #idaho

Instagram post 18076086433153458

THANK YOU 🍁 I sincerely want want to thank you for your support all of these years. I started Bearfoot Theory in 2014 as a travel blog. I wanted to share my experiences in hopes they would inspire you to spend more time outside. Over the 5+ years, Bearfoot Theory has grown to be so much more than a travel blog, and that's all because of you. I'm so proud to be part of the BFT community - who I see as the most supportive, responsible, inclusive, down-to-earth and inspiring group of outdoor enthusiasts on the trail. I can't express enough how grateful I am for you, your support, and the positive energy you all bring to BFT. ✌🏼

Instagram post 17919054601361955

During my road trip to Canada a few years back, I scored a last-minute permit to spend 4 days exploring the Lake O'Hara trail system in Yoho National Park. It was both the highlight of my Canadian Rockies trip and one of the coolest trail networks I've hiked on.⠀
•••⠀
If you are planning a trip to the Canadian Rockies, I highly recommend trying to get a camping reservation at Lake O'Hara - permits for the 2020 summer season open in January and will likely be gone within a few hours.⠀
•••⠀
Swipe up on my latest IG stories or click the link in my bio for the newly updated guide to camping at Lake O'Hara. It includes everything you need to know about the reservation process, permit requirements, camping details, the best hikes, and more.
•••
#lakeohara #yohonationalpark #travelalberta

Follow Bearfoot Theory Instagram