Outdoors-your guide to exploring the iconic Sierra Nevada, Sequoia, and Kings Canyon National Parks. I'm guided by the wisdom of Theodore Roosevelt, who said, “A grove of giant redwood or sequoias should be kept just as we keep a great and beautiful cathedral.”

Here, you'll find detailed videos on backpacking trips, campground reviews, and essential gear. My goal is to provide you with the information you need to plan your next adventure while fostering a deep respect for our natural heritage. Subscribe now and start planning your next trip into the wild!

“In the end, it's not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years.”

That one's always stuck with me.

"speak softly and carry a big stick; you will go far" Theodore Roosevelt