For every comment from frustrated campers about how they don’t want to eat the dinner you made because it looked too healthy, there is a moment when a student tells you that they appreciate nature more.
Read moreThe Moment I Fell Down The Mountain
I took a tumble on the tallest mountain in the San Gabriel Mountains, but it became a reminder to give respect for nature in all her danger and beauty.
Read moreHiking Mount Whitney
Approximately 30,000 people attempt to climb Mt. Whitney every year, the highest point in the contiguous United States, but only an estimated 10,000 successfully reach the summit. I have become one of those people.
Read moreThe History Behind The Hike
Somewhere between the evergreen trees, lush shrubs, and wildflowers lies a string of stories that hold rich history and culture together and provide a deeper understanding of our world. With more knowledge and understanding comes greater gratitude, admiration, and respect for all of existence.
Read moreThe Liminal Space Between the Forest and the City of Angels
I had dropped myself into the middle of an epic adventure that others were taking months to complete, and felt lucky to get a sample of the journey and still be home in time for dinner.
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