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Climb, ski the La Sal Mountains (Mount Tukuhnikivatz)
Mount Tukuhnikivatz is a picturesque 12,482-foot peak in the La Sal Mountains of Utah, and it’s listed as one of the fifty classic ski descents of North America. While it’s a formidable mountain that deserves respect, Tukuhnikivatz is not a complicated ski mountaineering puzzle.
Climb and ski Mount Saint Helens, the PNW’s most accessible volcano
Hiking to the summit of Mount Saint Helens in southwest Washington state is a big but achievable effort that rewards climbers with panoramic views of Mount Rainier, Mount Adams, Mount Hood and a good chunk of the central Cascades at the same time.
Nine writing resources that made my novel possible
Nine of the best podcasts, websites, video channels and books that I’ve found so far to help you write your best novel.
Southern Idaho's petroglyphs are a window into the past
There are two clusters of petroglyphs within the Snake River Birds of Prey National Conservation Area, and they’re both really impressive. Here are the best times and seasons to visit and photograph Idaho's outstanding petroglyphs.
What program do authors use to write books?
From outlining to formatting a finished manuscript, Scrivener does everything a writer needs to plan, research write, edit and organize (or reorganize) a book.
Twelve things I learned writing my first novel
Writing a novel was more challenging, rewarding and interesting than I imagined. Click through to read the top 12 things I learned in five years of studying, brainstorming, writing, editing and rewriting.
How to prepare for for your first skydive in 30 minutes
Skydiving is one of the ultimate tests of overcoming fear, but what if you didn’t know it was about to happen? Skydiving the Big Island of Hawaii.
Climb the highest mountain in Hawaii
Climbing Hawaii's highest peak is technically very easy and physically very hard - a perfect adventure for Big Island visitors looking for a change of pace.
Rewiring your brain for success: the neuroscience of goal setting
When we set meaningful goals our brains undergo changes that pave the way for achievement.
Mountain biking The Old Ghost Road, New Zealad
The Old Ghost Road in New Zealand is an old gold miner’s road that’s experienced a renaissance as a mountain biking and hiking trail. It traverses native forests, wind-swept mountains, river flats, and a magnificent granite gorge.