Devils Tower National Monument is a strange, almost otherworldly place. It rises above the ocean of prairie grass in northeastern Wyoming like a lone sentinel. This formation is so unique that it is revered as a holy place by many Native American tribes. It also holds the title of the world’s first National Monument which…
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Most Memorable Moments of 2021 – Top 10
Since beginning our nomadic life, Jennifer and I have started this ritual where each December we look back over the past year and collect all the most memorable moments. I find this exercise cathartic. It makes me slow down and appreciate what we have been blessed to see and do. This year, like 2020, was…
Best of the Black Hills – Top 9 Must Visit Places
Most people overlook South Dakota when it comes to choosing their bucket list destinations. But with giant-sized works of art, massive caves, and beautiful mountains, canyons, and waterfalls the Black Hills are a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. The Black Hills were shaped by an enormous uplift from volcanic-like forces and carved by wind and rain….
Visiting Fort McHenry National Monument & Historic Shrine – Top 7
At the dawn of September 14, 1814, after a night of hell on earth, the Stars and Stripes of the United States of America defiantly waved above the embattled Fort McHenry. This patriotic scene inspired a National Anthem and turned the tide of the war for a fragile free nation. The War of 1812 was…
Backpacking Buckskin Gulch – The World’s Longest Slot Canyon
Buckskin Gulch is the longest slot canyon in the world and it is an epic backpacking journey full of amazing scenery and unique desert wildlife. This article is all about our personal adventure of backpacking Buckskin Gulch. If you want more details about the logistics for planning your own trip check out our Guide to…
Hiking Buckskin Gulch Guide – The World’s Longest Slot Canyon
There is a surreal irony to hiking Buckskin Gulch—the world’s longest slot canyon. This magical place that was carved by water has very little water in it for most of the year. This is not a bad thing as it is so narrow that any water it does get quickly pools and can become very…