29 Lessons I've Learned from Life & the Mountains Since Turning 29 Years Old

29 Lessons I've Learned from Life & the Mountains Since Turning 29 Years Old | I thought it might be fun to reflect back a bit on what I’ve learned so far from my twenties. So I put together a list of 29 lessons I’ve learned since turning 29 years old. Some are fun and light, some are practical tips I’ve learned from hiking and backpacking, and some are a bit more personal. Enjoy! | shedreamsofalpine.com

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25 Best Adventure Books of All Time to Ignite Your Wanderlust

25 Best Adventure Books of All Time to Ignite Your Wanderlust | Travel books can make you feel like you’ve visited an interesting new place without stepping outside your front door or they can inspire you to start planning an adventure of your own. This list of 25 adventure books will take you around the world. Check it out! | shedreamsofalpine.com

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5 Breathtaking Icefields Parkway Hikes

5 Breathtaking Icefields Parkway Hikes | The Icefields Parkway is the connecting highway to and from Banff and Jasper National Parks in Canada. Along the way, there are jaw-dropping trails, towering mountains, sparkling blue lakes, and stunning waterfalls. This guide details 5 of the most breathtaking hikes along Icefields Parkway. Check it out! | shedreamsofalpine.com

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Insanely Delicious Vegan Backpacking Food with Maya Kaimal’s Everyday Dals

Insanely Delicious Vegan Backpacking Food with Maya Kaimal’s Everyday Dals | Let’s face it. Delicious backpacking food that is ALSO healthy can be hard to come by. So naturally, I was thrilled when Maya Kaimal reached out to me about trying their Everyday Dals, which are a perfectly sized for the ultimate vegan backpacking meal. In this post I’ll reveal what I love about them the most and which of the flavors is my absolute favorite! | shedreamsofalpine.com

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7 Beautiful Easy Hikes in Oahu, Hawaii

7 Beautiful Easy Hikes in Oahu, Hawaii | Hawaii is well known for its jaw-dropping islands and Oahu is one of its 8 beautiful islands. There are also ample opportunities to venture off of the beach and explore the island further, and this guide will show you 7 of the best easy hikes in Oahu to start off your vacation. Oahu has got it all, and adventure is literally around every corner. | shedreamsofalpine.com

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7 Tips for Thru Hiking the Appalachian Trail

7 Tips for Thru Hiking the Appalachian Trail | There is a lot of planning involved with a thru-hike, and it can be intimidating to know where to start. Consider this post your Appalachian Trail thru-hike planner, and start planning your hike with confidence. You won’t want to hit the trail without reading these 7 awesome thru-hiking tips! | shedreamsofalpine.com

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Hiking Split Mountain - California 14er Trail Guide

Ultimate Guide to Hiking Split Mountain - California Fourteener | Split Mountain is a lesser-known California 14er, but with equally beautiful views and scenes into the Sierra Nevada backcountry. The Split Mountain hike is not the best beginner 14er, but if you are looking to test your class 2 hiking skills in the mountains, this is a great, steep and challenging summit. In our guide we go over the essential details of planning your hike up this California 14er peak. | shedreamsofalpine.com

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Why We Chose A Campervan Conversion Kit with Wayfarer Vans

Why We Chose a Campervan Conversion Kit with Wafarer Vans | Searching for the perfect van and campervan conversion can often feel stressful, and looking for an option that suits your needs, is beautiful, and meets your financial constraints can be tough to find. We just recently went through this process, and in this post we discuss why we ultimately chose Wayfarer Vans to do our campervan build-out in our new Ram Promaster van, and we are so happy with our choice! | shedreamsofalpine.com

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A Detailed Look at The Trans-Catalina Trail Map

Trans-Catalina Island Trail Map Details| If planning out the details and managing the permit reservations needed to backpack Californias Trans-Catalina Island Trail is what is holding you back, worry no more! This post contains details on each of the primary sections of the Trans-Catalina Trail Map. Stop putting it off and make a plan to tackle this epic Catalina hiking trail. It is one of a kind adventure that you aren't likely to forget. | shedreamsofalpine.com

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The Ultimate 2 Week Itinerary - New Zealand North Island Road Trip Guide Via Campervan

2 Week Road Trip Guide to New Zealand’s North Island Via Camper Van | New Zealand’s North Island is one of the most beautiful places to explore and exploring it via camper van allows for so much unique adventurous opportunities. Check out our 2 week guide to seeing the best of New Zealand’s North Island! | shedreamsofalpine.com

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The Ultimate Guide to Hiking Humphreys Peak Trail in Arizona

10 Miles Day Hiking Humphreys Peak Trail in Arizona | The Humphreys Peak Trail, located just north of the city of Flagstaff, Arizona, is one of the most popular hiking trails in the entire state. At 12,633 feet, the summit of Mt. Humphreys marks the highest point in all of Arizona. Be sure to put this hike on your bucket list! Happy Hiking! | shedreamsofalpine.com

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