Jan 13, 2021Frozen Waterfalls of the Minnesota North Shore: Trail GuideThere is something magical about the idea of rushing water brought to a complete standstill. Frozen waterfalls sound like something out of a fairytale, unique to places like Alaska or Norway. …Minnesota5 min readMinnesota5 min read
Jan 5, 2021How to Become an Adventure Guide: Starting Your Career in Outdoor EducationDo you love hiking, canoeing, kayaking, and helping get other people outside? Did you know you can make your love of adventure more than just a hobby? Becoming an adventure guide might be the career for you, and starting is much easier than you think. What you need to know…Adventure5 min readAdventure5 min read
Dec 26, 2020A New Year Story: from pandemic winterA year ago, we poured a bottle of cheap champagne off a balcony in Berlin. On a shoestring budget, the bottle was completely undrinkable, somehow all too sour and too sweet and too bubbly. We each poured a third over, and listed our goals and wishes for 2020. I don’t…Essay5 min readEssay5 min read
Dec 2, 202011 Stops on Your Dream Great Lakes Road Trip: Hidden Gems and Must-SeesThe Great Lakes hold 21% of the world’s freshwater, create their own weather patterns, and have some of the most unique geology in the entire Midwest. These lakes are home to two American national parks, and three national lakeshores, and countless waterfalls. …Great Lakes6 min readGreat Lakes6 min read
Nov 18, 2020Thicker Gravities: Another Armenia StorySeda met me in the muddy road of a village near Armenia’s capital, Yerevan. She spoke and I blinked back at her, 23 and wide-eyed. …Artsakh8 min readArtsakh8 min read
Oct 4, 2018Trail Guide: Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Hiking, Kayaking, and CampingSo you want to take a trip to ‘dah UP eh? If you’re looking for beautiful colored sandstone cliffs, clear water, and waterfalls you’ve come to the right place! Here I’ll lay out the best spots in the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore for Kayaking, Hiking, and Camping. I’ve broken up…Travel6 min readTravel6 min read
Sep 20, 2018Trail Guide: Stunning Adventures in Apostle Islands and the Bayfield PeninsulaSo you’re planning on visiting the Bayfield Peninsula and Apostle Islands? Awesome, I’m totally stoked for you! After spending two summers working as a kayak guide in the Islands and living in Bayfield, I would love to show you around. I’ve broken up this guide by length of stay as…Outdoors7 min readOutdoors7 min read
Aug 22, 2018Trail Guide: Wisconsin’s Perfect Northwoods Waterfall Road TripNorthern Wisconsin is full of hidden wonders. Due to the Northwood’s unique geology, the area is filled with some spectacular waterfalls. From east to west, this Northern Wisconsin Waterfalls Road Trip will take you through the highlights! Looking for the best hikes, paddles, and more in the Great Lakes Region…Waterfalls3 min readWaterfalls3 min read
May 13, 2017Trail Guide: 6 Killer Hiking Trails in Kentucky’s Red River GorgeFor Kentuckians, the Red River Gorge is known and loved both for its climbing and trails. The Gorge, as it is lovingly referred to by locals, offers tons of different trails for all skill levels, all with different activities and sights to see. …Midwest4 min readMidwest4 min read
