Category: Advice
Non-Profits That Supported Dirt & Tears This Year!
This Giving Tuesday, I have the fantastic opportunity to share with you all the specific non-profits who have financially supported this business and my career this year, by either sponsoring an Adult... Read More
Top 10 Things I Learned in Italy
Advice from a traveler who planned/prepped nothing and therefore left everything up to a total surprise. 1. Acqua Frizzante vs Acqua Gassata I swear, at some point, I realized that one of these gave y... Read More
How to Pack for a Day Hike – Gear Essentials
Whether walking two miles to a local creek or trekking 20 miles to summit a local peak, the essentials to pack for day hiking are the same. Layers of clothing, amount of water, and amount of food are ... Read More
Long Distance Kayaking Essentials
Whether a long day trip, or kayaking multiple days back to back, this list of must haves and must dos should have you covered for any kayak touring adventure on lakes or calm rivers. If you are a begi... Read More
Backpacking Pack List
Need a packing list for an upcoming backpacking trip/multi-night trek? This Google spreadsheet allows you to copy to your own Drive, and edit so you never miss an important or a favorite item! Include... Read More
Kayaking Safety Tips
A follow-up piece to the article I wrote for GearJunkie "Kayaking for Beginners: An Essential Checklist", focusing on a few important safety tips to get you safely on and off the water.... Read More
In Someone Else’s House Slippers
I am curious who is experiencing increased anxiety and why. My anxiety my concussion was due to the fact that I was still living in employee housing, directly on the mountain where my job was, surroun... Read More
One Hour at a Time
On February 12th, 2016, I sustained my first concussion, while snowboarding. The doctor in the ski clinic gave me stitches on my forehead, directly above the bridge of my nose and in between my eyes, ... Read More