By McKayla A popular day hike off the beaten path (in fact, off the path completely for parts) in the Many Glacier area of Glacier National Park.… Read more “Glacier National Park: Shangri La”
The Bitterroots: Brian Lake
By McKayla First things first: our hiking book had said it was seven miles to the lake and there would be four difficult creek crossings. We think… Read more “The Bitterroots: Brian Lake”
Meals for canoeing backcountry
As a person in the infancy stages of my cooking skills, planning meals for the backcountry can be daunting when I can hardly plan them for my… Read more “Meals for canoeing backcountry”
Smith River: Packing the canoe
If you are lucky enough to draw a permit to float the Smith River in Montana, you will have five days surrounded by gorgeous red and blue cliffs. Just… Read more “Smith River: Packing the canoe”
Foods of Chile
Pastel de choclo The best I can describe this is as a corn, beef casserole. It translates to cake of corn. There’s also onions, olives, eggs, and… Read more “Foods of Chile”
A few things to know when visiting Chile
1. Outlets Electrical sockets usually supply only 220 volts. That means, ladies… and a few men I suppose, be careful with hair dryers. You can probably use yours… Read more “A few things to know when visiting Chile”
Weir Creek Hot Springs
Trip theme: A Valentine’s Day of snuggling up with a pool full of strangers. Directions: From Missoula, Montana, drive south to Lolo (about 10 miles), then… Read more “Weir Creek Hot Springs”
Forest service cabins
Trip takeaway: A watched pot never boils; a tiny pot for melting snow never fills a camelback. Preparations: My friend, Camille, called and asked if we had ever… Read more “Forest service cabins”
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