Want to Kayak for the First Time? Here are the Basics!
Kayaking is a fantastic water sport and so versatile, but kayaking beginners may feel a little overwhelmed. Here are all the basics you need to know to get started! You…
17+ Nature Spots in Chicago to Escape the Hectic City Vibes
Just because you're in a big metropolis like Chicago doesn't mean you can't get away from it all! Here are the best Chicago nature spots!
The Basic Essentials to Get You Hiking Right Now
On every hike, you should always have these ten hiking essentials with you or on you - whether this is a short day hike or a multi-day hike! The best…
Everything You Need to Know About Diving Blue Heron Bridge & What You Can See
I may be landlocked here in Nashville, but I've made a real effort to get in diving as much as possible (for me) this year. Since getting my scuba certification…
Lace Up in One of These 11 Vegan Hiking Boots
Just because you love hiking doesn't mean your shoes have to be leather and your socks have to be wool! There are plenty of vegan alternatives to everything you can…
An Ethical Guide to Kayaking with Manatees (and Wild Monkeys!) in Florida
There are several moments in life that have left me speechless and truly in awe of this world. It made me forgot about all the negative moments and how truly…
Shore Diving at the Deerfield Beach Pier in Florida
It wasn't that long ago that I was panicking in a pool in Costa Rica telling my scuba diving instructor that I was d-o-n-e. Somehow, I pulled through that life-changing…
The Best Places to Go Scuba Diving with Sharks
As a brand new diver that has always had a fascination with sharks and saw two sharks on my very first ocean dive, my fascination and amazement has tipped over…
4 Simple Tips for First-Time Backpackers
If you want to travel the world with nothing but a rucksack on your back, then backpacking is the experience for you. While it is a common and popular rite…
Getting Scuba Certified in Costa Rica | The Most Terrifying, Humbling + Rewarding Experience of My Life
As I watch the mountains go by outside my window on a train ride through the Smoky Mountains, my mind keeps being drawn back to the ocean. This is a…
Learn to Scuba Dive from the Comfort of Your Home
Can you take scuba lessons from the comfort of your home? In theory, yes! Getting certified to scuba dive is a somewhat nerve-wracking but highly rewarding experience and there's no…
Tips for Backpacking China on a Budget
China on a Budget With a country as vast as China, travelers have plenty of different options when it comes to how they wish to explore it. Whether by air,…
Glamping, Stunning Waterfalls + Incredible Hospitality – Stay at Horseshoe Bend Campground
Last September, I went to an area of my state I had always wanted to visit - Rock Island State Park. With a goal to visit all Tennessee State Parks,…
7 Breath-Taking Hikes You Must Do in Asheville, North Carolina
There are probably hundreds of hikes in the Asheville area so I won't pretend to sit here and tell you that these are the absolute best hikes in Asheville but…
Three Spots to Try Paddle Boarding
Have you ever heard of stand up paddle boarding? If you’re not familiar with it, I’m glad to introduce you to a great way to have fun in the water…
Four Beach Holiday Destinations for Vegans
For all globe-trotters, foodies, and people who have a genuine thirst for wanderlust, a beach holiday with good vegan food is like heaven on earth. Here’s a complete list of…
How to Find Shark Teeth in Venice, Florida // ‘Shark Tooth Capital of the World’
Did you know that on the Gulf Coast side of Florida, there's a city called Venice and it's known as the 'Shark Tooth Capital of the World?' The beaches that…
Hiking in Huntsville at Monte Sano Nature Preserve
Hiking in Huntsville at Monte Sano Nature Preserve Here in Nashville, I'm blessed to have hiking in the city limits and so accessible but not everyone has that wonderful access to…
Don’t Miss These Five Outdoor Adventures in Tooele County, Utah
Don't Miss These Five Outdoor Adventures in Tooele County, Utah By now, it shouldn't be any surprise that Utah is one of the most anticipated outdoor locations in America, as…
Everything You Need to Know About Seeing the Synchronous Fireflies in the Smoky Mountains
Headed to see the synchronous fireflies in the Smoky Mountains? Here is everything you need to know before you go! Have fun experiencing this once in a lifetime experience! If…
