Details & Distractions
The Road to Adventure Series: Driving Salt Lake to Seattle Pt 1
So many people think this is a long boring drive, but this edition of our Road to Adventure series will show you just how much more there is to see...
7 Things You Should Know Before Picking Your First Hiking Pack
Hiking is the perfect activity to introduce yourself to the great outdoors. One of the biggest mistakes that beginner hikers tend to make is settin...
The Best Outdoor Adventures of the Northwest
When I try to think about the outdoor activities I can do in the Pacific Northwest, the list seems never-ending. With stunning national parks, hidd...
The Benefits of Buying American Made
We all know the term “Made in the USA”, but what does it really mean? Here are some benefits of buying American Made products.
Must-Have Gear for Every Outdoor Adventure
Every good adventure starts with the right preparation. Whether you’re planning a hiking expedition, camping trip, or beach day, having the right g...
3 Sunnies Perfect for Summer Hangs
When Advanced Primate asked my opinion on the best sunglasses for summer, coming from Reno where I swear it’s always sunny, I hopped right on board. Here are 3 of my favorite black rimmed sunnies, set for hopefully a super social summer. I hope you’re all staying safe.
New Year's Resolution: How You Can Make an Impact in 2020
Ah the new year. --Screeeeeeech! Covid happened! Nobody saw that coming. Doesn't matter, this blog still applies.-- A time for reflecting upon the events of the past and looking forward to a future full of exciting new adventures. It’s also a time for making something known as a New Year’s resolution.
The Wickedest Town in the West
As you pull off I-17 toward Cottonwood and Jerome, the road is flat and empty but inexplicably includes 8-10 roundabouts that go nowhere.
Meet the Maker: Gabe from Alpin Mountain Co.
We recently caught up with Gabriel (Gabe) Young, founder of Alpin Mountain Co., a super-fresh, outdoor first, urban-ready backpack company on a sunny afternoon in Truckee, California.
Adventures In Between: 4 of Our Favorite Western Hikes
I love testing my own personal limits in as many amazing places as I can. Unfortunately not many have the time or financial resources to be constan...
700,000 People: Water Positive, Carbon Neutral, and Zero Waste?
I’m certainly not an eco-queen as anyone who knows the cars I prefer would attest, but I might be the recycling princess of my neighborhood. Recycl...
Step One of the Minimalist Transformation: Your Wallet
Remember the first time you saw cargo shorts? The style was genius. Going way beyond the concept of a traditional four pocket layout by adding larg...
