Active Adventures
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Sometimes the Detour Is Better Than the Plan
Sometimes the best adventures start when your original plans completely change. This trip was supposed to begin with me hopping on a Friday flight to meet Marc in northern Alabama, where he’d been spending the week at the National NCRC event. Instead, thanks to a series of hilariously human events, I found myself catching a…
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New Orleans Jazz Fest Recap: A First Weekend to Remember
Happy Jazz Fest, y’all! This New Orleans Jazz Fest recap covers our first-ever weekend at the festival—and not shocking, it was amazing. Between biking to the fairgrounds, unforgettable food, and once-in-a-lifetime performances, it quickly became one of our favorite Louisiana detours yet. New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival Presented By Shell – New Orleans Jazz…
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Crescent City Classic Race Recap: An April Streak of Louisiana Runs
April Weekends = Running Races (Apparently) At some point—many weeks ago, with far too much confidence and not nearly enough foresight—we had the brilliant idea to sign up for not one, not two, but three races in three consecutive weekends. Because…why not? And honestly? Questionable decision-making aside, it turned into one of our favorite series…
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Winter Salt Lake City Adventure: Grand Teton, Salt Flats & Big Sky Country
There are trips that start as a simple weekend getaway and end up feeling like a full-blown adventure. This past weekend, Marc and I set out for Salt Lake City and somehow managed to check off three states, one national park, and a handful of unforgettable experiences—all in less than 48 hours and close to…
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Weekend Adventure to Cat Island: Hiking and Cypress Trees
A quick trip to Cat Island, Louisiana reminded us that sometimes the best adventures are the simple ones. Towering cypress trees and quiet trails make you feel like you escaped without actually going far. A much-needed hike complete with fresh air, muddy shoes, and a solid reminder of how lucky we are to have spots…
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RAGBRAI 2025: Cycling Across Iowa on a Multi-Day Adventure
What is RAGBRAI? RAGBRAI (Register’s Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa) is the world’s largest multi-day recreational bike ride, attracting thousands of cyclists each summer. Over seven days, riders travel anywhere 400–500 miles from the Missouri River to the Mississippi, crossing Iowa, enjoying local food, live music, and the fellowship with fellow cyclists. It’s a…
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Rest Days and Rocky Mountain Adventures
We left Echo Park in the morning, heading toward Glenwood Springs. Along the way, we hiked up a small hill overlooking the town to visit Doc Holliday’s grave—the exact location remains lost to time, but a monument stands in his honor. The afternoon was spent soaking in the hot springs at Iron Mountain, charcuterie and…
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Sunrise at Arches and a Quiet Night in Echo Park
Arches National Park (U.S. National Park Service) We started the day early, before the sun had even crested the horizon, making our way into Arches National Park to stay ahead of the heat. Our first stop was a quick trek to Double Arch, where we had the massive formation entirely to ourselves—an almost surreal experience…
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Two National Parks in One Day: From Mesa Verde to Moab
We didn’t plan on hitting two national parks in one day, but the road (and some great timing) had other ideas. From cliff dwellings in Colorado to canyon road drops in Utah, this day delivered big! Mesa Verde National Park (U.S. National Park Service) We started the day exploring Mesa Verde National Park, marveling at…
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Oh Be Joyful: Colorado Peaks, Black Canyon, and Molas Lake
Another day, another breathtaking stretch of Colorado wilderness planned. We started in Leadville, grabbing morning coffee in the crisp, high-altitude air. The legendary downtown streets, quiet at this hour, felt like the perfect prep before a day of adventure. From there, we climbed over Cottonwood Pass toward Oh Be Joyful Campground near Crested Butte. This…