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Transitioning to van life can be overwhelming - what do you do with all of your stuff? Learn where to store extra belongings and how to decide what to keep.

Moving into a Van: Should you Store or Sell your Stuff?

Car camping is one of the safest ways to travel this summer. Get tips for road tripping during COVID-19 and advice for traveling during the pandemic.

Tips for a Safe Road Trip During COVID-19

Olympic National Park Itinerary: 6-day Road Trip for Outdoor Enthusiasts

Simplifying Your Routines for Van Life

Get an action packed 4-day road trip itinerary for Sun Valley and Stanley Idaho with epic hiking, biking, hot springs, camping, cool mountain towns & more.

4-Day Sun Valley and Stanley Idaho Itinerary for Outdoor Enthusiasts

Check out the best camp chairs of 2020 including the best lightweight chairs, the most comfortable chairs, camp rocking chairs, and classic folding chairs.

The Best Camp Chairs of 2020

Packing for Van Life: How to Fit your Stuff into 100 SF

Canoeing Labyrinth Canyon on Utah’s Green River

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

3-Day Backpacking Checklist

Are you interested in doing van life with your family? Learn the 5 most important things to consider and check out the best family camper van layouts!

Best Camper Van Layouts for Families

What to Wear Hiking

Sprinter Van Bathroom: Pros and Cons & Would I do it again?

Best Campervan Toilet Options & What to Do if You Don’t Have One

Looking for the best hiking boots for your feet? In this blog post, we compare different styles of hiking shoes and what to consider before buying, including trail conditions, distance & more. We also include a list of the best women's hiking boots based on what we are currently wearing on the trail.

The Best Women’s Hiking Boots of 2020

A round-up of the best hikes in Utah. Explore Utah's epic landscapes and get tips for tackling these bucketlist trails.

Best Hikes in Utah: 14 Epic Trails for your Bucketlist – MAPPED!

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✨GIVEAWAY! Win a pair of @wanderbabeclothing leg

✨GIVEAWAY! Win a pair of @wanderbabeclothing leggings! ✨ My friend Kristin (@bemytravelmuse) recently started Wanderbabe Clothing, and I’ve fallen in love with the leggings. They are just the right amount of stretch, so soft, and come in a bunch of fun nature inspired designs.

She’s also working to empower women by donating 10% of the proceeds to organizations that support women who have been victims of sexual assault and domestic violence.

To enter to win a pair of leggings of YOUR CHOICE:
1) Follow @wanderbabeclothing
2) Tag a girlfriend in the comments that you want to hit the trail with this summer.

Winner will be chosen at random on Sunday 8pm MT.
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#giveaway #outdoorwomen #sheexplores #womenwhohike #womensupportingwomen

Summer is now in full swing, and you might be aski

Summer is now in full swing, and you might be asking yourself IF and HOW you can safely travel during COVID-19. If you’re like me, you’re not planning on flying or staying in hotels for a looooong time. You’re also taking COVID-19 and social distancing super seriously (my partner Ryan is immunocompromised), but that doesn’t mean the entire summer has to be a wash.

It requires a high level of personal responsibility, but with proper planning and precautions, I think it’s possible to do a little road tripping and car camping while still protecting yourself and the local communities that you pass through. In my new blog post, I share some tips for road tripping and camping during COVID-19 (assuming that there aren’t any travel restrictions in place).

Click the “Blog” link in my bio or swipe up on my latest IG stories to give it a read.

How are you feeling about traveling right now?

Did you know that the Bureau of Land Management (B

Did you know that the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) leases public lands to oil and gas interests for as little as $2 an acre? Here in Utah, there is currently a proposal being considered to lease up to 82,000 acres right around Moab - including places many of you have probably been to and love. These potential leases are located within 1 1/2 miles from Arches, a 1/2 mile from Canyonlands, 3/4 of a mile from Dead Horse Point, 1 mile from Bears Ears and a 1/4 mile from this stretch of the Green River that I canoed last week.

These public lands offer unrivaled access to outdoor recreation - whether you want to hike, bike, paddle, climb, or go off-roading, this area has is all. This land is also sacred to a number of native tribes, some of who have been connected to this land for 11,000 years.

Approving these leases would affect the area’s “Dark Sky Status,” increase pollution, and would affect the bottom line for Moab’s recreation-based businesses.

An earlier version of this proposal also included the Slickrock Trail - one of the most famous mountain biking trails in Utah. Enough people took action to call, write, and sign petitions that the Sand Flats area where the Slickrock Trail is located was removed from the proposal. That means our voices matter, and it’s time to raise a stink once again.

Whether you’ve been to this area or not, if you care about the outdoors and public lands, this is something that should concern you. For more info and a link to a petition (that only takes a few seconds to sign), head to my IG stories or click the link in my bio. The comment period closes 7/9.
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#visitutah #utahisrad #discovermoab #moab #beautahful #utahgram #utahphotographer #protectmoab #utah

Sun Valley and Stanley are some of my favorite par

Sun Valley and Stanley are some of my favorite parts of @visitidaho, and I finally put together an awesome 4 day road trip itinerary on the blog. Get the scoop on what to do - including hiking, biking, hot springs, and camping, plus a few killer restaurants worth checking out.

Click the link in my bio or swipe up on my latest IG stories to check it out.

Caveat: with COVID on the rise and many small towns at risk, please check local guidelines before you travel. Also please wear a mask when interacting with others and practice social distancing. These towns don’t have capacity to deal with a serious outbreak, so please be mindful as you plan. And as always, remember to #LeaveNoTrace when visiting these wild spaces.
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In collaboration with #visitidaho // #idaho #roadtrip

I recently sat down with @Melissau (founder of the

I recently sat down with @Melissau (founder of the Whole 30 and someone I really look up to 😊) to chat all about summer hiking for her podcast #DoTheThing.

*Especially right now*, hiking is one of the best things we can do for ourselves. It reduces stress, improves our health and immune system, and releases feel good endorphins.

In our conversation, Melissa and I share all of our best tips to help you get on the trail this summer with confidence. Whether you want to get up the courage to go on your first solo hike, need tips for choosing the right trail for your goals, or want help with gear, we cover it all in this fun and info-packed podcast.

I hope it helps those of you who’ve been intimidated by hiking and gives you all of the tools you need to start.

Click the link in my bio or swipe up on my latest IG stories to give it a listen. And a huge thanks to @Melissau for having me on as a guest!

Photo: @duaneprentice
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#hiking #outdooradventures #letshike #hikingadventures #hikingtrails #hikinglife

I didn’t want a dog. I really didn’t. Back in

I didn’t want a dog. I really didn’t. Back in 2016, I was in Nepal trekking to Everest Basecamp and Ryan and I had been dating for about 6 months. I got a text from Ryan with a photo of the most ridiculously cute puppy I had ever seen with the words “I’m sorry ❤️” Now almost 4 years later here we are, and I couldn’t be more grateful.
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#ruffwear #adventuredog #adventurepup #bordercolliemix #miniaussie

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