Frigid weather is still upon us and sometimes the warmth of summer seems so far away. The warmth of an all natural hot spring sounded like a wonderful idea. David and his wife Trisha invited Josh and I to enjoy Jerry Johnson Hot Springs in the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness in Idaho. It was a week before … More A Road Trip That Left Us Stranded, Almost
I’m not normally one to make New Year’s resolutions, but I feel inclined to impose one on myself this year. It’s for my own safety, you see. But before I introduce my 2017 resolution, there’s something you should know. I’m a clumsy bastard. Been that way since I was a wee lad. So even in broad … More A Ridgeline Resolution
It’s Time to Climb at Wild Walls! Winter. It’s a rock climber’s kryptonite. As temperatures drop and daylight dwindles, outdoor climbing spots are less than optimal during the frosty months. How do we keep our sanity until spring? Are we destined for months of hangboard hell? No way, Jose. Thanks to Wild Walls Climbing Gym in Spokane, … More It’s Time to Climb at Wild Walls!
BEEP.. BEEP.. BEEP..You know, that sound of an alarm at 3:50 in the morning to go chase the sunrise and climb a mountain with friends. Thankfully, I know people who are just as anxious as I, to say “screw sleep” and go with me. I pack my gear and pick my buddy Steven and his … More Summiting Stevens Peak
Quick Trip Specs Two nights Backpacking Gear Required 4 Mile out-and-back trail (moderate) Bonners Ferry, Idaho Directions Google Maps is built on lies! So to avoid getting lost in the backwoods of Boundary County, please follow the directions below… From Coeur d’Alene, head north on Highway 95 to Naples, Idaho. In Naples, turn left … More Ripping Hammocks and Meeting Hippies at Roman Nose Lakes
You are definitely going to want to get your feet wet on this adventure in Priest Lake, Idaho. Make sure to bring a car with a decent amount of clearance as the road to get here is a little treacherous. Our Subaru Outbacks did fantastic. Bringing along a trash bag is going to be a … More Lionhead Natural Water Slide in Priest Lake Idaho
Deep-water soloing (DWS) — is a form of solo rock climbing, practiced on sea cliffs at high tide (originally, but also on reservoirs, rivers, swimming pools), that relies solely upon the presence of water at the base of a climb to protect against injury from fallings from the generally high difficulty routes. A warm summer’s breeze pushed … More Deep Water Soloing at Banks Lake, Wa
If you only have a few hours to work with, your chances of exploring Yellowstone’s 2.22 million acres are slim to absolutely no shot in hell. On a quick 4-day road trip, my gal and I broke up our drive to Salt Lake City with a quick stop at one of the most popular national … More How to do Yellowstone in 3.5 Hours
The beautiful Columbia River Gorge is home to many waterfalls and Punch Bowl Falls is no exception. Hiking to the falls you will see many other water falls and fun side hikes to places like Lower Punch Bowl Falls. … More Hike To Punchbowl Falls
Things I brought: Berghaus 35 liter backpack Sleeping mat Mummy bag 2 Nalgene Bottles MSR Ex Microfilter (Waterfilter) Fire Starters/ Matches Dry, lightweight food Comfortable shoes If you’re looking to spend a weekend hiking into a majestic hidden mountain lake in Montana’s backwoods, this is your hike. Granite Lake, nestled peacefully between the base of Peak ‘A’ and Peak … More A Glorious Granite Lake Adventure
