Connect with the Spirit of a Place: Rule #82

Seek not the perfect spot for Instagram or Snapchat. Instead, find a place that speaks to you. Have an experience that changes you. The world has a lot to share with you, if you’re willing to seek it out. That’s why you should strive to connect to the spirit of a place, whether you’re adventuring across the globe or just around the corner.

Getting a Little Lost (but Having Fun) on Old Baldy Trail #66

There’s no shortage of great public lands trails in the Black Hills — enough that a hiker will never get bored. Old Baldy Trail #66 is one of these awesome trails that are worth a visit. There are a few areas where it’s easy to take a wrong turn, but I’ll walk you through everything you need to know to enjoy hiking Old Baldy.

My Dog is Just a Dog. And That’s Okay.

In a world where some people pay thousands of dollars for pedigrees and others fake service animal certification just so they can take their dogs places they’re not allowed, it’s okay — even good — to admit that our dogs are, well, just dogs.