After backpacking in Hackberry Canyon and staying in Page Arizona for one night, we headed back into Utah and the area of Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument for some day hiking. Let me just say here how many times I write that national monument simply Grand Escalante. I always, well, want to skip the “Staircase”…
My Favorite Underrated Campsite On The Wonderland Trail
This is a little throwback post for the Nature Writing Challenge that takes me back to my hike of the Wonderland Trail back in 2015… I remember when I as planning my hike and itinerary, the decision on which campsites to request on the permit took me forever. Having not ever hiked in the…
How To Shop Trader Joe’s for Paleo Hiking & Backpacking with Free Downloadable Shopping List
Seriously, who doesn’t love Trader Joe’s? The way they make you feel like you’ve been transported to a tropical island just by walking in to do your weekly shopping alone is worth a visit. Did you know they are, also, a fantastic source of paleo ingredients and foods for outdoor adventures? Let me tell you…
I See Long Trails
It’s crazy how once you spend time on a long distance trail, say like the Pacific Crest Trail, you seem to see similar trails EVERYWHERE. Say, like when we were hiking out of Hackberry Canyon, spotted an old cabin along the trail and went inside to take a peek. Hanging over the mantle was…
Where To Find My Paleo Tips and Hacks (And A Bonus Facebook Hack)
If you aren’t following me on the Must Hike Must Eat Facebook page or a part of our Paleo Hikers and Backpackers group, you may be missing out on tidbits, tips and hacks* to eating Paleo or otherwise healthy while on trail, traveling or just hanging out at home. Over there, I often posts pictures…
Hackberry Canyon: Escaping The Fecal Forest
I know that writing this will completely change your perception of our honeymoon adventure but sometimes it doesn’t seem right to not share a complete picture of what outdoor escapades can really be like. Our overnight into Hackberry Canyon was beautiful, don’t get me wrong. And I seemed to only have taken pictures of the beautiful,…