Going Alone
For many years, well into adulthood, I was uncomfortable (almost fearful) of being alone; particularly at night. When alone, I became a master at staying busy..... running errands, cleaning, exercising, moving…
Cascade Falls
Glen Aulin Trail to Waterwheel Falls
Trip: June 2, 2018- June 4, 2018 Let me start this trail review by stating it was undoubtedly among my top favorite, if not my favorite, backpacking trips to date. …
Middle Velma Lake via Bayview Trailhead
Trip: May 26, 2018- May 27, 2018 Let me tell you, preparing for the first backpacking trip of the season was a nail biter. Heading to Desolation Wilderness, Middle Velma…
Power through your panic
This past weekend I took a group of 4 on a backpacking trip through part of Yosemite. I was aware the bridge to our campsite in Glen Aulin was “gone”…