I have no idea how it's already September. July and August skirted right along, and now we're experiencing the changing seasons up here in Seattle. A buddy and I backpacked 35 miles into an alpine mecca with towering peaks and rugged glaciers. It was a glorious place and an excellent way to disconnect from the world for three days. I hope you had a lovely Labor Day Weekend and that this week has been kind to you. New Photos of Alaskan Brown Bears Are AvailableI'm thrilled to announce the release of a new collection of prints featuring the majestic Alaskan brown bears captured during my recent trip to Alaska. These images bring to life the raw beauty and untamed spirit of these incredible creatures in their All bear photos were taken in Katmai National Park and Preserve. Don’t miss out—grab yours today! Recent Articles You May Have MissedHow to visit the National Parks near VegasPlan a Sequoia Yosemite road tripRim to River Guide: Hiking to the bottom of the Grand Canyon in one dayThe best hikes at Mount Rainier National ParkFive-day itinerary to Lake Clark and KatmaiBackpacking Guide to High Pass |
Alec is a landscape photographer and outdoors storyteller with a zeal for pushing boundaries in the wild. He enjoys hiking, backpacking, and visiting remote places, allowing him to photograph locations the rest of the world shies away from. In addition, Alec loves to write about his travels and craft articles that help educate and inspire others to find their joy in nature.
Chasing Fall at these 10 National Parks Here is a quick breakdown of 10 National Parks nationwide known for stunning fall colors! Do note that the times are historical estimates, and you'll want to do some research on the specific places, as the weather plays a big role in when colors change. 1. Great Smoky Mountains National Park (Tennessee/North Carolina) Peak Time: Late September to early November Details: The park has a wide range of elevations, so fall colors start in the higher...
Five Days in Alaska Jaimie and I just returned from five amazing days in the Alaskan wild. We spent four nights in Port Alsworth, a small community in the middle of Lake Clark National Park and Preserve. From there, we took float planes to different Lake Clark and Katmai areas to watch brown bears in the wild and see the dramatic Alaskan scenery. This was my third time visiting Alaska, and it continues to dazzle. Seeing such remote places as they have been for hundreds or thousands of years...
Happy August 1! How it's already August, I don't know. Summer seems to be flying by, though I'm telling myself we still have plenty of time to enjoy the good weather. As for me, I'm in San Diego this weekend at a bachelor party for one of my closest friends. While this isn't a 'quiet weekend,' it's a 'calm weekend' as it won't involve backpacking 15+ miles. I haven't been to Southern California since I moved out of Santa Barbara, and it's pretty nice to be back on the coast. 10 Awesome...