Gear Review: Fujifilm XF 35mm f/2 R WR
I recently jumped all-in on a camera system switch from Sony to Fuji. My main focus in doing so was to decrease the size and …
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5 Family Friendly Things To Do In Chiang Rai
Chiang Rai is a city located in the far north of Thailand along the border near Laos and Myanmar. With a population of only 200,000, …
7 Family Friendly Things To Do In Chiang Mai
Located in the mountainous northern reaches of Thailand, Chiang Mai is the perfect city for travelers looking to escape the traffic, congestion, and heat of …
10 Family Friendly Things To Do In Bangkok
Thailand is one of the most popular countries for families visiting Southeast Asia. With beautiful beaches, bustling cities, scenic mountains, and lush forests, Thailand has …
My 10 Favorite Photo Moments in Thailand
I just returned from a phenomenal two week vacation in Thailand with my wife and son, and am still processing all of the amazing memories …
A Look At The Amazing Poppy Super Bloom In Lake Elsinore, CA
When the winter rains fall heavy in California, our beautiful state flower explodes with a super bloom as we pass into spring. We’ve received well above average rainfall in 2019, which has caused a poppy super bloom unlike any in recent memory. This weekend, we made a drive down to Lake Elsinore and enjoyed one of the most beautiful landscapes I’ve ever laid eyes on.
Hiking to Murray Hill (Peak) via Garstin and Clara Burgess Trails – Palm Springs, CA
The hike to Murray Hill climbs 2500ft on a 7.5-mile round trip journey with beautiful views of San Jacinto Peak, seasonal wildflowers, the occasional bighorn sheep, and views of the greater Palm Springs area. The hike begins on the Garstin Trail near the Indian Canyons Golf Resort, and then heads east to link up with the Clara Burgess Trail before reaching Murray Hill.
Gear Review: Rokinon (Samyang) AF 24mm f/2.8 FE Lens
The Rokinon 24mm f/2.8 is a super light and ultra compact full frame lens for Sony’s e-mount cameras. The Rokinon 24mm comes in at just 4.7oz (133g), and is small enough to tuck away in the pockets of my pants or jacket. At $399.99, this is one of the cheaper e-mount full frame lenses you can buy.
A Complete Guide To The John Muir Trail
The John Muir Trail covers 211 miles through the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range in California. In this guide, I’ve put together everything you’ll need to plan your own hike, including tips on permits, gear, food, training, and logistics.
3 Quick Hikes At Valley of Fire State Park – NV
Valley of Fire is a State Park in Nevada located 50 miles northeast of Las Vegas. The park encompasses 40,000 acres filled with red sandstone, grey and tan limestone, petrified wood, 2,000 year old petroglyphs, bighorn sheep, and more. Valley of Fire is located just off of I-15 making it the perfect short stop on road trips through the American Southwest.Â