Author: Kristen Bor

With two decades of hiking and seven years of van life under her belt, Kristen has dedicated her life to helping people experience the positive effects of nature. As a pioneer in the outdoor blogging space, she founded Bearfoot Theory in 2014 and has since authored more than 350 blog posts about outdoor travel, hiking, camping, and van life. Her work has been featured in National Geographic, Outside Magazine, and Backpacker, and when she’s not on the road, she lives in Park City, Utah with her partner Ryan, their son, and two adventure pups.
San Juan Islands Kayaking Tour

San Juan Islands Kayaking Tour

The San Juan Islands are known for marine life and rugged green coastline, and one of the best ways to explore this part of the Pacific Northwest is by kayak. Here’s the details and my latest GoPro video from my San Juan Island sunset kayaking tour in Griffin Bay and the other paddling options (like looking for whales!!) available for those visiting the region.

John Muir Trail Food Shopping List

John Muir Trail Food Shopping List

Simplify your John Muir Trail food & meal planning with my complete JMT food shopping list that details what & how much food I brought on my 22 day hike.

10 Tips for Driving in New Zealand

10 Tips for Driving in New Zealand

Get ready to navigate those roundabouts while driving on the left side of the road. Here’s my essential tips and the key laws you need to be aware of before getting behind the wheel in New Zealand.

Hotel Review: Staying at the Alta Lodge

Hotel Review: Staying at the Alta Lodge

A hotel review & photos of Utah’s ski-in / ski-out Alta Lodge – home to the Sitzmark, the mountain’s coziest apres bar, an indoor hot tub & seriously delicious food.

Doubtful Sound Overnight Kayak Tour with Go Orange

Doubtful Sound Overnight Kayak Tour with Go Orange

Doubtful Sound is a little known secret in New Zealand….waterfalls, lush rainforest & giant cliffs with a fraction of the people as Milford Sound. Escape the crowds on a quiet overnight kayaking tour and experience Pure. Wild. New Zealand.