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California has more than movies, in fact it has 9 National Parks, 12 14’ers, and an endless array of geography and outdoor opportunities!

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Completing Southern California’s 3 Peak Challenge

October 11, 20160 4006

Back in July I headed to Southern California to climb its 3 tallest peaks in 3 days as part of Adventure 16's 3 Peak Challenge. Who was crazy enough to join me? My folks of course! It turned out to be an amazing weekend and a reminder that staying active is the best medicine of all!

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Day Hiking Mount Whitney

October 15, 20150 1997

Disappointment over my failed JMT attempt was replaced by excitement when I somehow lucked into Whitney day hike permits AND clearing smoke conditions. Standing on top of the Whitney summit at 14,505' with my dad and stepmom right next to me was proof that life rarely unfolds exactly as planned.

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The John Muir Trail: To Be Continued

August 26, 20150 1026

And just like that, one of my biggest dreams was over. Hiking the John Muir Trail in 2015 just wasn't meant to be. All I can do now is remember the amazing 8 days I had on the trail. I met incredible people, saw gorgeous country, and had one of the best experiences of my life.

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Backpacking a California 14er: Mount Langley

July 29, 20150 1152

Over 4th of July weekend I headed to the Sierras with my dad, stepmom, and friend to get some backpacking miles AND some altitude training in preparation for this summer's 18-day backpack. And I bagged my 2nd 14er: Mount Langley!

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The Coldest Trail Run I’ve Ever Done—in Death Valley

December 10, 20130 1054

Ironic isn't it that I ran the coldest trail race I've ever done at one of the hottest places on earth? Go figure. No one believes me when I say I almost froze to death in Death Valley.

Setting Sun Mountain Lookout Site

Traversing the Golden Stairway: Starvation to Old Baldy

Muckamuck Mountain Lookout Site

An Off-Grid Airstream Winter

For the Birds

Investing in Energy Independence

North Twentymile: A Labor of Love

Repainting Lookout Mountain

Etiquette Tips for Visiting Staffed Fire Lookouts

Setting Sun Mountain Lookout Site

Traversing the Golden Stairway: Starvation to Old Baldy

Muckamuck Mountain Lookout Site

California

Completing Southern California’s 3 Peak Challenge

Day Hiking Mount Whitney

The John Muir Trail: To Be Continued

Backpacking a California 14er: Mount Langley

The Coldest Trail Run I’ve Ever Done—in Death Valley

Washington State Hot Springs

Hiking the Grand Canyon’s Rim to River and Back in a Day

Visiting the Yakama Reservation Fire Lookouts

Ghost Tales and History at Cape Disappointment

An Off-Grid Airstream Winter

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