25 of the Best Ski Resorts in the US on the West Coast
Here are the 25 best ski resorts in the western United States. I grew up skiing on the East Coast, thus, my first trip out West, was a BIG shock to me. Especially because, when I made my first turn,…
A Beginner’s Guide to the Best Places in Ireland to Visit
Ireland is a BEAUTIFUL country, with many famous landmarks, bars, and people to meet. There is no other place on Earth, where you can just walk into a pub and leave with becoming friends with everyone. They claim, “we’re not…
A Complete Guide to Woodstock New York and Hiking in the Catskill Mountains
Woodstock, New York is a great, funky city outside of the Catskill Mountains and about 2 hours north of NYC. The Catskill Mountains are a great escape from the busy city of New York. Woodstock makes for a great weekend…
How to Hike the Infamous Mount Haystack, Along with Basin and Saddleback in the Adirondacks
New York’s Third Highest Peak Mount Haystack is QUITE the peak to climb! It is located in Keene/Keene Valley, New York and is apart of the Adirondack 46er Challenge. This is a grueling but beautiful hike. I ONLY recommend hiking…
What It’s Really Like Skiing/Snowboarding at Gore Mountain
I grew up in upstate New York, so Gore Mountain was a must when it came to skiing/snowboarding. I think Gore is an awesome mountain that offers every type of terrain you want to see as a skier/snowboarder. They have…
How to Train for Hiking
Hiking is such a fun, nice way to get outdoors and appreciate the beauty that this planet has to offer. Being an avid hiker and having completed many different hiking challenges, the reason why I keep coming back is because…
New York Ski Resorts That Are Actually Worth Your Time
New York has some great ski resorts within the state to ski/snowboard at. New York does have a lot of smaller ski resorts, however, they do have two of the biggest in the Northeast. In addition, Whiteface Ski Mountain, has…
A Guide to the different Ski Resorts in the USA : Are They Worth It or Not
There are TONS of ski resorts within the USA. Thus, it can make choosing the right one difficult. That is why I wrote this post, to help you find what ski resorts within the USA are most suited for you,…
How Nature Heals Us
Whenever the sun is out, it always puts me at ease, even on the really tough days, seeing it, relieves a little bit of pressure. The sun is our source of life, so being able to see that, just reassures…
How to Hike Blake Peak and Mount Colvin in the Adirondack Mountains
Blake Peak is located in Keene, NY, about 20 minutes from Lake Placid, NY. And about 2 hours from Albany, and 4-6 hours north of NYC. Most often people pair Blake peak with Mount Colvin, and sometimes with Dial and…