Things I See While Out & About & Other Randoms

Half Dome from Cloud’s Rest – Hope to have a view like this next week!

My first Mt Whitney hike

The countdown to Yosemite is officially on! In just about two weeks, we’ll be hitting the trail, and the excitement is definitely building. Unfortunately, I’ve been dealing with a nagging knee issue that’s kept me from doing much hiking or cardio training. It’s not exactly the preparation I had in mind, whatcha’ gonna do, I’ll just have to take it slow, enjoy the scenery, and remember that…

Siphon Draw/Flatiron. Superstition Mountains, Az

LeConte Falls – Grand Canyon of the Tuolumne, Yosemite National Park

Ice Lake, Colorado

Starry Night at Sunrise Lake #3, Yosemite National Park

Hiking through the wildflowers, Crested Butte, Co

Grand Canyon of the Tuolumne, Yosemite National Park

Getting Ready Every backpacking trip starts long before the first step on the trail, especially ones that include really cool spots. Permits need to be secured, campsites reserved, gear checked and probably still questioned as soon as you get a mile up the trail. I know I’ll spend a bit of time staring at maps, most definitely thinking of the fun that lies ahead. This year’s big adventure takes…