Author name: Melody Smith

As an outdoor enthusiast and seasoned camper based in the Seattle Metropolitan Area, I’ve spent countless weekends hiking through lush […]

As an avid camper and outdoor enthusiast based in the Seattle Metropolitan Area, I’ve always been drawn to the beauty

There’s nothing quite like the feeling of setting up your favorite tent after a long hike, the familiar rustle of

I remember my first solo backpacking trip to Mount Rainier. I was so excited to be surrounded by nature, but

As someone who’s spent countless nights under the stars and woke up to the soothing sound of birds singing, I’ve

There’s nothing like settling into a cozy sleeping bag under a starlit sky. But a few years ago, after a

I remember my first solo backpacking trip in the Cascades. I was overwhelmed by the beauty and the sheer amount

The sun was setting over Mount Rainier, casting a golden hue across the alpine meadows. I was setting up camp,

Picture this: the sun setting over a pristine lake, the gentle rustle of leaves, and the camaraderie of fellow campers—all

I remember my first solo camping trip. I packed everything I thought I might need – pots, pans, multiple changes