Jacq wants to go back! Backpacking, that is! I feel pretty lucky to have met the Bubbly Mermaid and Lemonhead on the dusty trail up to Little Jimmy Camp a couple weeks ago on her first overnight backpacking trip. The best part is, she’s hooked. Well, my Bubbly Little Mermaid, since you have been lucky enough to borrow and test some gear, I thought I’d write up a gear list for you! Based on our weekend trip to Mt Islip,…
Looking for a fun, challenging, and quick hike in Boulder, this is your calling. We learned this is a local fav for hiking in Boulder. We even met some locals who hike this weekly for a fast work out. Lots of pups too. Very dog friendly so go ahead and bring fido along. Hike has great views of the city and some nice challenging sections which makes it a winner. To get to this hike park at Centennial Trailhead. If…
Visiting Garden of the Gods was a sweet sweet rock formation treat!! Located in Colorado Springs, Garden of the Gods in an insanely beautiful gathering of rock formations that can be admired by visitors. It is a state park and free to the public. Yippee!! When arriving at the park make sure you stop first at the visitor and nature center because you’ll wanna pick up a map of the park. Also this is where you can learn more about the landscape,…
Best views from Boulder you ask?!? Hands down venture to Flagstaff Mountain and enjoy the glorious scenery. The great thing about Flagstaff Mountain is..if you’re feeling lazy or just simply feeling the effects of the elevation, you don’t have to hike it, you can drive it. And welp that’s exactly what I did. It’s a fun twisting turning drive with lots of spots to get out of the car and take pics. And a day pass only sets you back…
I took a walk in the woods and came out taller than the trees. -Henry David Thoreau Ok, so let’s just reflect on the fact that Colorado is amazing. The people here are so active that I feel rather lazy next to them. They’re like superhuman or at the very least they’re drinking/eating some power fruit/berry that the rest of us on this planet, just simply, don’t know about. They need to let us in on their little secret!! Anyways,…
I just got back from my first backpacking trip, and I love it. I sure hope Lemon feels the same way because we’ll be going often. I’ve always wanted to get into backpacking, but it seemed so intimidating. The amount of money you have to shell out for the gear, the thought of being away from civilization with only the items you have on your back, and the fear that little Lemon wouldn’t be able to hike a mountain, made…
Alaska is such a beautiful state to visit. Most people that visit Alaska head there on a cruise and spend very minimal time actually on land. You can see amazing glaciers, wildlife, and beautiful landscapes from the water. But there is also a lot of hidden treasures on land. Today I’m going to share with you some of my favorite things to do in Alaska. Matanuska Glacier This was one of my favorite Alaskan experiences. Here at Matanuska Glacier, you have access to…
Joshua Tree is one of those places I have wanted to visit for years but just couldn’t find the right timing. Finally, was able to visit this summer and I have some great tips and suggestions for anyone else making the trek out to the desert. Where to eat and get your coffee fix One of the best recommendation I received for Joshua Tree was for food and coffee. When you visit make sure to go to Pie for the…