ACROSS THE FRONT
Well faithful companions, the best laid plans of lagomorphs and men…My trek across my beloved Owyhee front didn't go as planned. But! It's caused me to refocus on my health,…
Spring Hiking in Idaho
If you've seen my pictures or videos and want to experience this place for yourself get in touch! I'd love the chance to show you around, enjoy a cup of coffee by the creek, and help you connect with nature.
And So Time Passes…
It's been a wonderful year on the trail! THANK YOU ALL! Hey - Like hiking? Love coffee? Believe in magic? WANT TO? Yeah, it's all here. ERSITY OF WAS
RATTLESNAKE Trail Report September 2, 2023
It started as any day on campus, just slightly cooler in the morning thanks to a weather front that had moved through the Owyhee region the night before. I began…
Trail Update Main Campus September 1, 2023
I visited campus yesterday for a standard walk around. The temperatures have dropped considerably since last week and peaked out around 80 degrees with a light wind most of my…
2023 Idaho Summer Hiking Classes Recap
It's been another great Summer season on campus in the Owyhee! I've been fortunate to be able to visit campus regularly despite the hot temperatures and challenges of balancing a…
Hiking Trail Tips: Navigating Using Waypoints
Getting where you want to go is very different when you get boots on the ground. Maps, no matter how much they've progressed still don't quite do justice to the…
Summer Desert Hiking Tips – Idaho Owyhees
As Summer in Idaho slowly begins to wind down I look back over a great season on the trail! The Owyhee wilderness can be a rugged and unforgiving place; with…
Campus Legends: The Owyhee Land Crab
The Owyhee Land Crab (sometimes called Ta'-Bo'a in old times) is a rare, land dwelling crustacean found exclusively in the high desert areas of the Owyhee wilderness. Often seen, but…
Be A PAW PROTECTOR!
Due to irresponsible humans there has been an inordinate amount of broken glass on the trail this season. This poses a hazard to our pawed pals as well as those…