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For the most part, hiking is a very simple process, you find a trail, grab your water and hiking shoes and you're out the door. But...

Jan 21, 20226 min read

When I go hiking, I am at my most peaceful, I feel one with nature, the sun is shining and I couldn't be happier. Until I hear the roar...

Mar 12, 20214 min read

When I first heard of Idyllwild, my first thought was what did you just say? Once I realized it was a real town, then I heard it was...

Feb 26, 20215 min read

Julian California is a world-famous (more California famous) town known for having delicious apple pies, but what most people don't know...

Feb 12, 20213 min read

Before I took the seven bridges hike I had no idea what an urban hike was, to me it sounds like just a walk around town. A hike should...

Jan 29, 20217 min read

Hey there! My name is Hannah Smentkowski, I'm the photographer, writer, hiker, camper, and craft beer drinker of this blog!

Here, I share my travel, camping, and hiking tips to help anxious explorers get outdoors with confidence!