One little Heidi, one big world
February 28, 2026 Let's get the adventure started! After what I perceived to be a lull in adventuring, it was time to put new dirt on old shoes. A sale from Southwest months earlier compelled my friend, Lindsey, and I to seek warmer pastures for a late winter getaway. The original plan was Tucson, but… Continue reading Salt, Sand, and Sierra Mornings: Day 1 – Fossil Beds & Badwater
Located in the absolute middle of nowhere between Kemmerer and Cokeville in southwestern Wyoming, Fossil Butte National Monument seems to be one of those places people poke around at on a journey to somewhere else, namely Wyoming's two famous national parks, Grand Teton and Yellowstone. I am probably no different, as all my visits have… Continue reading Wyoming Hiked: Historic Quarry Trail at Fossil Butte National Monument
In the standard Friday afternoon tradition a group chat was sent at work asking what everyone was up to for the weekend. The standard replies of activities with children, housework, and so on was sent. Then there was me: "I'm hiking to the beach!" As expected the response was met with crickets and GIFs expressing… Continue reading Colorado Hiked: Sandbeach Lake
Every year when planning for my Rocky Mountain National Park wilderness campsite permits, I like to look off the beaten path of the crazy busy east side. This year the choice was Mirror Lake, one of the park's northernmost alpine lakes. With plans filling July and August, I decided to make the journey to Mirror… Continue reading A Hidden Gem: Backpacking to Mirror Lake in Rocky Mountain National Park
August 25, 2025 All good things must come to an end 😦 After three amazing days out in the wilds of Rocky Mountain National Park section hiking the Continental Divide Trail, it was time to finish out my loop with a nine mile jaunt back to my car at North Inlet Trailhead. Trip itinerary (day… Continue reading Rocky Mountain National Park CDT Loop: Day 4 -Along the Big Meadows
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