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I grew up walking in the woods on pine needle laden game trails and atv routes, and over palmetto lined marshes. When in my 20’s I got into recreating on public lands, I reconnected to my roots in some fundemental ways, I suppose. It came naturally. The more miles I walked, the more I helplessly saw the planet for what it was, what it is, and what it could be again. Public lands are precious. Private lands are too. My love affair with the natural world has radically shaped and changed the way I move through our anthropogenic one, from the way I care for my domestic pets in order to protect wildlife, to carrying a trash bag so that I can pick up trash on trails, roadsides, etc. To driving slower, to donating to local wildlife programs in my state. Recreating on public lands reminds me how much we have to gain by reconnecting with our planet, and how much we have to lose when we behave in ways that cause damage. Gaia is a great teacher, and worth all effort to protect from human greed and ego. It’s impossible to live a life on this earth entirely flawless, and without leaving a carbon footprint. But those little things we do, and those attitudes we hold daily, can have significant effects on the world around us. We are connected to the planet and all wild beings even still. Next week I’ll be finally sharing some work I shot on a 50 mile solo trek out west. Thanks to Hyperlite Mountain gear’s camera pod, I was able to tote my Fuji TX1 safely and comfortably on my adventure. Stay tuned!

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Hi Bunnies!

I was sick most of July. Not the COVID but it really delayed my plans to get up and running with my hiking and backpacking goals.

Found the perfect day pack. Excellent Walking sticks cause I’m clumsy. Lots of reading and researching on proper Leave No Trace hiking/BP, proper gear and clothing and the safety of taking these trips. I’ve even signed up for a class with REI to teach me some of the skills I need to backpack. Yep! The Gemini in me wants to learn all the things.

Planning my trip to Utah in September. I plan to SUB on the Colorado River, try canyoneering, Dark sky star gazing, and see as many of the National Parks as I can see in 12 days. Glamping, mostly. I’m not ready to car or tent camp just yet!

Stay curious! Live deliciously!

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5k or so feet in the mountains of California. One of my favorite hikes that I would love to do when its not winter.. #filmisnotdead

Scenes from my first solo backpacking trip

#and possibly last lol #scared of things that rustle in the night #also it’s just nice to be with friends #also if the next 3-6 months go well then I won’t be alone for 18 years lol #personal #meet the blogger #backpacking #solo backpacking #solo #solo seeking #soloseeking

Me solo b’packing in Big Bend. Camera was perched perilously on a rock for selfie

#me in my element #solo backpacking #photo of me by me #big bend national park #texas trans pecos #chihuahuan desert #volcanic rock #ocotillo #sotol #prickly pear

I'll be on a solo backpacking trip in Europe for 60 days in the fall!

I'm considering the idea of helping support my budget with some kind of fundraiser, with patreon-style exclusives in exchange. I would share things like:

photos

daily/weekly blog posts

general and detailed itineraries

budget insights

creative pieces (poems, stories) I write on the trip

travel tips

best sites and resources to use

Would this be something you'd be interested in?

not personally, but good luck!

probably not tbh

possibly?

absolutely!