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When Winter Storms Change Plans: Exploring Pinnacles National ParkÂ
Winter storm detour leads to unexpectedly exploring Pinnacles National Park and an adventure of stunning landscapes and wildlife encounters.
Nikki Emord
Apr 37 min read

Beyond Hiking: Taking Action to Defend National Parks and Public Lands
With the public lands I love to explore coming under threat here are resources to encourage action to defend National Parks and Public Lands
Nikki Emord
Mar 15 min read

Hiking the Beautiful Mossy Cave Trail in Bryce Canyon National Park
While this was definitely far from our usual multi-mile hike, the serene Mossy Cave Trail oasis was one stop I would love to visit again.
Nikki Emord
Jan 312 min read

Reminiscing a Two-Park Trip: Bryce Canyon and Zion National Parks
Reminiscing on a two-park camping and hiking trip to Bryce Canyon and Zion National Parks.
Nikki Emord
Jan 214 min read

Enjoying the Stillness of Camping at Cathedral Gorge State Park
Cathedral Gorge continues to be a favorite desert escape to enjoy the sense of wonder in the simplicity of nature’s artistry.Â
Nikki Emord
Aug 18, 20242 min read

Exploring Ely and the Ward Charcoal Ovens Nevada State Historic Park
Exploring the remote town of Ely, Nevada and the hidden gem that is the Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic Park.
Nikki Emord
Aug 6, 20243 min read

Aspen Lined Meadows & Snowy Forests: Hiking at Great Basin National Park
Dust still clung to my hiking boots after the last Great Basin National Park adventure, before I was already itching to get back.
Nikki Emord
Jul 1, 20244 min read

Hiking Upper Yosemite Falls Trail; an Icy Challenge
Taking on the hike to the top of Upper Yosemite Falls on the cusp of winter is the definition of type 2 fun and the most incredible hike.
Nikki Emord
Jun 3, 20247 min read

Exploring and Camping Yosemite National Park on the Cusp of Spring
As forecasts become void of snow and rain, the time for outdoor adventure planning begins and for our first trip; Yosemite National Park.
Nikki Emord
May 6, 20244 min read


Camping at Higher Altitude: Great Basin National Park
Camping at Great Basin National Park has been at the top of our list, this summer we took on the 10-hour trip in weekend warrior fashion.
Nikki Emord
Oct 26, 20239 min read
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