Gear Review: Black Diamond Storm Headlamp

A good headlamp is critical for backpacking and hiking, yet a piece of gear that’s easily overlooked. I bought my first headlamp before walking Camino …

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Gear Review: Sony 10-18mm f/4 OSS E-mount Wide-Angle

The Sony 10-18mm is a metal bodied, solid feeling tank of a lens that I’ve used all around the world to capture some of the most important moments in my life. If you have a Sony mirrorless camera and are looking for a wide angle lens, this is the best option on the market.

Photo Gallery: Mt. Baldy Summit In The Snow via Ski Hut Trail

We took a hike to our favorite mountain this weekend, Mt. Baldy. I can’t even count the number of times I’ve made my way up to the summit via the handful of trails that guide one to the peak, but somehow, I never get tired of the views. I don’t think it’s possible, each time I see something different, and each season feels like a new world. This is my favorite time of year, as the ice and snow make for a festive holiday backdrop. As scenic as the surroundings can be, the cold keeps most people off of the trails, and fellow hikers are always friendly.

Camping at Joshua Tree National Park and Indian Cove Campground

Camping at Joshua Tree National Park and Indian Cove Campground

This weekend we decided to spend some time out at Joshua Tree National Park. Living in Southern California, we forget how close the park is to where we live. There is just so much beauty, in what one could easily mistake for a martian landscape. It’s like being transported to another planet when you enter the park. Making things even more special, we stayed at a campground just outside the park this time around, Indian Cove Campground.