https://www.kelseykagan.com/home daily 0.75 2021-01-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1509911883840-KF3RYY2B7OXHM48QNA0Z/GV+happy+kels.jpg FULL BLOG https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2018/11/5/fort-rock-state-park monthly 0.5 2021-02-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1541462535401-5CGNKG2WTJ4YBX19F5ZO/fort+rock+3.jpg FULL BLOG - FORT ROCK STATE PARK https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1541462574258-1TYXNSYM3V1GMFQL8H0V/Fort+Rock+2.jpg FULL BLOG - FORT ROCK STATE PARK It would be impossible for me to get the entire mass of this formation in one frame. People have described the way it appears seemingly out of nowhere as mirage-like. https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2020/11/12/eat-creamy-sausage-skillet monthly 0.5 2020-11-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1605287377413-6XDJCIQY1H7UR3TYFPVX/3B506BC8-6E4F-4486-863D-AA4DE54CB7B7.JPG FULL BLOG - EAT: CREAMY SAUSAGE SKILLET your ingredients https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1605287340097-L8I02Z5DQX5JIXV3DVJT/Where+to+Eat+Skillet.jpg FULL BLOG - EAT: CREAMY SAUSAGE SKILLET https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1605287423188-1SEYOOISGE5Z2BVQSIIU/Vegan+Sausage+Skillet.jpg FULL BLOG - EAT: CREAMY SAUSAGE SKILLET your finished product https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2020/5/6/dogs-without-borders monthly 0.5 2020-05-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1588810958758-8EDDGCDPODSITOEJJDGS/DSC00511.jpg FULL BLOG - DOGS WITHOUT BORDERS https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1588810863540-00M2GA1HS8XX2OEOIC94/IMG_7750.JPG FULL BLOG - DOGS WITHOUT BORDERS https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2019/8/21/eat-cold-noodles monthly 0.5 2021-02-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1566410822002-D3W8DWMWPPI5YPMG2GTJ/Noodles+1.jpg FULL BLOG - EAT: COLD NOODLE SALAD https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1566410593690-3Z8JM4S6292QG50SLF4W/prep+station.jpg FULL BLOG - EAT: COLD NOODLE SALAD Prep station views. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1566410651598-32RAOGLJD2NRVHWCYE01/tempeh+fry+noodles.jpg FULL BLOG - EAT: COLD NOODLE SALAD Tempeh getting its fry thing going. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1566410724539-KUZWMLO4R3O1ZQEUGQGV/noodles+pan.jpg FULL BLOG - EAT: COLD NOODLE SALAD Had to move inside because the wind was knocking me over. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1566410759381-VKOO1DDJKF5V7DU6OT6N/noodle+bite.jpg FULL BLOG - EAT: COLD NOODLE SALAD https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2019/5/15/eat-pad-thai-ish monthly 0.5 2021-02-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1557948701558-18RSH35KH92JY54WWPR2/pad+thai+dinner.jpg FULL BLOG - EAT: PAD THAI-ISH https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1557948834494-TQUI0UJ4S9YCYM35NX2A/ingredients.jpg FULL BLOG - EAT: PAD THAI-ISH Sometimes I like to lay out my ingredients to make sure I didn’t forget anything, and then I forget things anyways. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1558367615576-37GBPD4U1NQDHS80CZDW/PT+chopping+veggies.jpg FULL BLOG - EAT: PAD THAI-ISH Prep station https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1557949053474-ZFYFAK5G976VVFBJ0C7H/eggs.png FULL BLOG - EAT: PAD THAI-ISH scrambling the eggs in the side of the veggie pan before I incorporate them into the rest of the fixins. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1558367698409-FFLCUZ5QYW903IO8OZJW/PT+Dinner+2.jpg FULL BLOG - EAT: PAD THAI-ISH Some really unnecessary fancy plating. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1558368170861-UI1RTE70N1VHS2KSWOV5/Tofu+cut.jpg FULL BLOG - EAT: PAD THAI-ISH https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1558368204908-2D54RXC2FOVAHSERRSDN/tofu+wrap.jpg FULL BLOG - EAT: PAD THAI-ISH tofu all wrapped up like a little burrito https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1558368237908-WKNC6R98WW5MBZAJYDH2/tofu+post+baking.jpg FULL BLOG - EAT: PAD THAI-ISH Ready to be stored, or added into a dish right away https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2019/4/30/eat-mushroom-stroganoff monthly 0.5 2021-02-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1556723837345-X0P9GC8RA4XC1241QWDE/finished+stroganoff.jpg FULL BLOG - EAT: MUSHROOM STROGANOFF https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1556724073847-F3KRRDJDL1SYSYSZIX6C/Pantry.jpg FULL BLOG - EAT: MUSHROOM STROGANOFF Ingredients https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1556724028163-FP2OI50Y5M3GQB8GMB9O/veggies+skillet.png FULL BLOG - EAT: MUSHROOM STROGANOFF Poor quality image of the mushroom + onion mixture sautéing. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1556724157176-QCLNB1ZLPL9J87XEY206/rou.png FULL BLOG - EAT: MUSHROOM STROGANOFF Mixing in the flour and sour cream. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1556724220943-1D3UB5H7CA445TOK5LVV/Mixed+Sauce+%2B+Vegs.jpg FULL BLOG - EAT: MUSHROOM STROGANOFF Stirring all the sauce ingredients together before adding in the pasta. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1556724266497-GVYRJ3XHU8X77BQX3ZON/dinner+served.jpg FULL BLOG - EAT: MUSHROOM STROGANOFF Finished product, plus some radishes for a salad. https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2018/11/15/matanuska-glacier monthly 0.5 2018-11-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1542318767905-YQECG5Z9S33TR9UBJUSI/DSC00635.jpg FULL BLOG - MATANUSKA GLACIER https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1542318961884-G7FTEUHRM8ZI2SQIEK5F/DSC00680.jpg FULL BLOG - MATANUSKA GLACIER https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1542319129349-3FORTYMP7X7VL5NDA5BF/DSC00700.jpg FULL BLOG - MATANUSKA GLACIER https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1542319198193-5QMGX7127DTGAG9C6CHB/DSC00748.jpg FULL BLOG - MATANUSKA GLACIER https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1542319285924-OW89ZJOTXC0KG06K9G02/DSC00726.jpg FULL BLOG - MATANUSKA GLACIER https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1542676520166-VIB18P64N1W4OEN625ZY/DSC00744.jpg FULL BLOG - MATANUSKA GLACIER https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2018/11/5/crack-in-the-ground monthly 0.5 2018-11-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1541463373892-38OXFJ7PJNYWL0I0D62W/Crack+2.jpg FULL BLOG - CRACK-IN-THE-GROUND https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1541463397853-VQMJ0B3ZMBQQEE61QS9K/Crack+3.jpg FULL BLOG - CRACK-IN-THE-GROUND https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2018/1/22/we-slept-in-a-van monthly 0.5 2018-07-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1521828967678-UBNUGCV6E0AASYOCANV3/Camper+Van+Views.jpg FULL BLOG - WE SLEPT IN A VAN https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1521829013725-PXBZ2POR73NKSIL25SDN/Camper+Van+trio.jpg FULL BLOG - WE SLEPT IN A VAN https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1521829045167-UJO55B3ZECA3OJBNU83X/Camper+Van+Osa.jpg FULL BLOG - WE SLEPT IN A VAN https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2018/6/18/mystic-hot-springs monthly 0.5 2018-06-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1529345905187-4U0BG8ARMV7QS34FNHLD/MHS+TRAIL.jpg FULL BLOG - MYSTIC HOT SPRINGS The piping hot water travels along manmade channels. A walking trail follows along it's path. Dogs on leash are welcome to use this trail. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1529346002057-D624XDKXW8B550IYA5JD/MHS+Water+.jpg FULL BLOG - MYSTIC HOT SPRINGS The sounds that come from the trickling water add to the relaxing atmosphere of the hot springs. The water is rich in magnesium, calcium, and iron and the tubs are around 100 degrees making the experience of soaking therapeutic after a weekend of hiking. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1529346124322-RA5DJ31QMWXTLUOYDM0Y/MHS+VIEW.jpg FULL BLOG - MYSTIC HOT SPRINGS Three of the eight tubs with stunning views of the valley and mountains beyond. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1529346186234-W1OPPFISGCCJYJQJ8BO4/MHP+Tub.jpg FULL BLOG - MYSTIC HOT SPRINGS A tub built for two. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1529418655649-DHKX42MHV40GC19DHW1L/MHS+Three.jpg FULL BLOG - MYSTIC HOT SPRINGS https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1529418686633-6YAS7APRXXWTWW2UDMMG/MHS+feets.jpg FULL BLOG - MYSTIC HOT SPRINGS https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2018/6/7/backpacking-with-a-dog-packing-list monthly 0.5 2018-06-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1528777635581-5BI484U07GQRQQ5CA2IF/image-asset.jpeg FULL BLOG - BACKPACKING WITH A DOG: PACKING LIST The gear in all it's glory. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1528777655450-D5MJWSZ5LXDJPMQ7IJVC/BP+Food.jpg FULL BLOG - BACKPACKING WITH A DOG: PACKING LIST I separate out the food and write down how many meals I should get out of each bag. You can buy a cheap plastic measuring cup at any grocery store or dollar store if that helps you keep things even. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1528777706914-9Q31Q4JXM0GLNZDYOSIZ/BP+Treats.jpg FULL BLOG - BACKPACKING WITH A DOG: PACKING LIST I like to buy the big bag of Zukes minis and then add them to a smaller bag to have a variety of treats to hand out to reward for good behavior or general cuteness. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1528777732514-UM5TA7WJ0H2DAX86IE1X/BP+LEash.jpg FULL BLOG - BACKPACKING WITH A DOG: PACKING LIST This photo shows off my favorite features of the leashes; the one handed talon clip and the soft hand grip. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1528777761835-BTQIQLYFGYZLSIYTEKQG/BP+HArness.jpg FULL BLOG - BACKPACKING WITH A DOG: PACKING LIST Showing off the multiple compartments of the backpack, also the handle feature. Osa wears a Medium, Jasper wears a large. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1528777801375-FENEM2BVOK5H7PAH8Y4I/BP+dogs+river.jpg FULL BLOG - BACKPACKING WITH A DOG: PACKING LIST Couple o' backpacking mutts in the High Uintas. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1528812502632-B5YH1ZOEDTV0KD2NHQ50/BP+swim.jpg FULL BLOG - BACKPACKING WITH A DOG: PACKING LIST The reason why the dogs only carry waterproof items. We will pack their packs with all the dishes, water bottles, ropes, sealed food items, first aid kit (which has a waterproof liner). https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2018/5/22/bike-hike-paddle monthly 0.5 2018-06-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1528383029149-7W2C2NMP0RV7DDBAS4DG/BHP+Ry.jpg FULL BLOG - BIKE | HIKE | PADDLE https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1528383192116-0QEAPNMSWY3OESP5NBX6/BHP+GEAR.jpg FULL BLOG - BIKE | HIKE | PADDLE Cleaning off soggy post hole feet. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1528383237434-FI8Y2UZRCAR91R8YO0ZT/BHP+LAKE.jpg FULL BLOG - BIKE | HIKE | PADDLE https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1528383262407-JN0MY61E5XHF26Z02PNG/BHP+OSA.jpg FULL BLOG - BIKE | HIKE | PADDLE Both pups got tours around the lake https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1528383303271-003VJT8WMFGJHRVXM9Q4/BHP+SAMMY.jpg FULL BLOG - BIKE | HIKE | PADDLE Everyones most favorite time of day. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1528383358370-0IQC5G5KIJ9XD696XO45/BHP+Road.jpg FULL BLOG - BIKE | HIKE | PADDLE https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2018/5/31/water-toxicity monthly 0.5 2018-06-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1528083881668-ARP4AGT6HUK8V8FLW9ER/JAsper+Colorado+River.jpg FULL BLOG - WATER INTOXICATION https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1528083926563-AE0ANUQNLK8REEDJU5TS/dogs+at+bear+lake.jpg FULL BLOG - WATER INTOXICATION https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2018/4/3/peanut-butter-bites monthly 0.5 2018-05-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1522786593853-LXPHMXPB14T1VVZWJD5X/ingredients+and+tools.jpg FULL BLOG - PEANUT BUTTERNUT BITES All you need to make these yummy treats! Not sponsored by Trader Joes, I'm just addicted. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1522786674630-AIDQH10SVWVPAWDUYV0T/Dough.jpg FULL BLOG - PEANUT BUTTERNUT BITES Dough! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1522786794932-MO21IGZ1VHWKMYSTLSBV/Dough+sampling.jpg FULL BLOG - PEANUT BUTTERNUT BITES Quality coordinator checking for consistency. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1522786856259-JQVLM3NUJY2GKNOGS0DV/image-asset.jpeg FULL BLOG - PEANUT BUTTERNUT BITES The glaze, pre mixing. I didn't add it to the cookies but kept some around to dip them into. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1522786963442-CPXCQ2B2FSAMZQ5186LI/oven+ready.jpg FULL BLOG - PEANUT BUTTERNUT BITES Oven ready! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1522786980223-GXISIRN25W37HXFEEC4X/finished+product.jpg FULL BLOG - PEANUT BUTTERNUT BITES The finished products :) Stick em in the fridge or freezer to make them last longer. https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2018/3/16/second-chances monthly 0.5 2018-04-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1521825811386-H211HCVNDUZ1EDPDJ21V/SC+Mount+Olympus.jpg FULL BLOG - SECOND CHANCES Mount Olympus https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1521825841015-9GCDHXZWEGMDKJTDR6VR/SC+Silver+glance.jpg FULL BLOG - SECOND CHANCES Silver Glance Lake https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1521825870078-YI0CUY99FWW55W3OUI0M/SC+Golden+Cathedral.jpg FULL BLOG - SECOND CHANCES Golden Cathedral, Escalante https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1521825905870-U41G3CGEVPCTQB123JGR/SC+Red+Castle.jpg FULL BLOG - SECOND CHANCES Red Castle Lake, High Uinta Wilderness https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1521825939128-9DF2M4UKJSAZBN57RIDX/SC+road+trip.jpg FULL BLOG - SECOND CHANCES Portland -> Salt Lake City https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2017/12/1/camping-zion monthly 0.5 2018-03-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1514928639122-ODQS5D8BI6M2EIHHQ8X5/Van+Zion.jpg FULL BLOG - CAMPING: ZION Where we rolled up the van, we evened it out for night two. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1514928673153-5A01DMM8FD7K9V4M9HZO/Views+Zion.jpg FULL BLOG - CAMPING: ZION Breakfast views https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1514928798429-SZQYM5HCWICS4Y4S9O7J/Sunset+Zion+2.jpg FULL BLOG - CAMPING: ZION aaaand Sunset views https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1514928865713-K7DBP5YSP3YA2FRH3T38/Zion+Narrows.jpg FULL BLOG - CAMPING: ZION Because you can't write about Zion and not include the Narrows. From our campsite it took about an hour and a half to get to this hike (including the bus ride), but I'll chat about that when I add the hike to the blog! https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2018/1/18/how-the-bar-method-changed-my-backpacking-life monthly 0.5 2018-02-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1519422900922-6U9SFOH5V6876WE4QJ8I/Straight+leg+stretch.jpg FULL BLOG - HOW THE BAR METHOD CHANGED MY [BACKPACKING] LIFE To deepen this stretch let your head hang heavy over your leg and bend your elbows, possibly resting your forearms on the ground beside your outstretched leg. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1519422935118-7ES8ZICVVTA7CKIL7H1W/Lotus+stretch.jpg FULL BLOG - HOW THE BAR METHOD CHANGED MY [BACKPACKING] LIFE The Half Lotus stretch can be done by sitting straight up, leaning backwards, or, for a very intense, deep stretch - fold forward over your legs. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1519422973125-5KO60EZM8N070QVLZRL7/Stretch+Jasper.jpg FULL BLOG - HOW THE BAR METHOD CHANGED MY [BACKPACKING] LIFE Posture and straight lines are the most important keys to this stretch. Legs should both be at 90 degree angles. Silly dog playing in the snow is not required but always encouraged. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1519423002439-8UGYQTB4L1K94O47AISI/Stretch+lunge.jpg FULL BLOG - HOW THE BAR METHOD CHANGED MY [BACKPACKING] LIFE A super straight back leg is crucial in a runners lunge. Raise your arms overhead and tip backwards for an added stability challenge. Keep arms wide with shoulders down away from your ears for a chest stretch. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1519423052889-1OLRX27J6XJOFHK3U7SP/Stretch+at+the+bar.jpg FULL BLOG - HOW THE BAR METHOD CHANGED MY [BACKPACKING] LIFE Stretch at the bar isn't always possible in the wild, but I have managed to use fallen trees for this amazing side body stretch. https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2017/12/23/the-weight-of-a-dog monthly 0.5 2018-03-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1514079227571-XZO1ANXZK8CEVH28XIW7/_X7A0661.jpg FULL BLOG - THE WEIGHT OF A DOG https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1514079281221-70MY4TWK02Q6VXKXA5SW/image-asset.jpeg FULL BLOG - THE WEIGHT OF A DOG https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1514079378757-YSHNYVZXAOM9FFKGNCFZ/_X7A0573.jpg FULL BLOG - THE WEIGHT OF A DOG https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1514079430216-MJJGP033GK7T2Y5PZ2RC/_X7A0563.jpg FULL BLOG - THE WEIGHT OF A DOG https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1514079492315-7OHS06DI3SM1529VG9QY/_X7A0602.jpg FULL BLOG - THE WEIGHT OF A DOG https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1514079525634-IEREEQTO0U0Z2S5JS32J/_X7A0670.jpg FULL BLOG - THE WEIGHT OF A DOG https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2017/11/5/goblins-lair monthly 0.5 2018-01-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1509986977382-6M4QBNVLJ0Z5EM5P273Z/GL+Ry.jpg FULL BLOG - GOBLINS LAIR https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1509987023693-KRGKNMJND8HMQEVEW3FZ/GL+Ry+into+the+Lair.jpg FULL BLOG - GOBLINS LAIR https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1509987106186-GXITMJ77DYZMDCAB37P3/GL+Dogs+Scramble.jpg FULL BLOG - GOBLINS LAIR https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1509987146885-8FXDPZGHY9LAN5462VHC/GL+Lair+opening.jpg FULL BLOG - GOBLINS LAIR Ry heading into the entrance of Goblin's Lair https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1509987240315-QAA73P7MBS2P9REZYTOS/GL+in+the+lair.jpg FULL BLOG - GOBLINS LAIR The view from inside the lair https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1509987284177-QCO7VKQ9W4BWWNI3WZXO/GL+view.jpg FULL BLOG - GOBLINS LAIR Watching sunset from the 'porch' of Goblin's Lair https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2017/11/27/little-wild-horse-bell-canyon-loop monthly 0.5 2018-01-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1511805287009-OBHSCS682V2UONZPSIC3/LWHC+narrow.jpg FULL BLOG - LITTLE WILD HORSE - BELL CANYON LOOP Little Wild Horse Canyon https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1511805318142-71FH6WLNBP2W3V24VOZM/LWHC+Rock.jpg FULL BLOG - LITTLE WILD HORSE - BELL CANYON LOOP https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1511805351483-K8TMZWQ1GN49VVIDPDJ4/LWHC+Osa+and+JAsper.jpg FULL BLOG - LITTLE WILD HORSE - BELL CANYON LOOP Little Wild Horse Canyon, wavy baby. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1511805392706-KD2JC16GISP9RGE98P3A/LWHC+Cairn.jpg FULL BLOG - LITTLE WILD HORSE - BELL CANYON LOOP Well marked trails on the loop https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1511806464296-QRJR0HT9OWNWK9SYZ9W1/LWHC+open+range.jpg FULL BLOG - LITTLE WILD HORSE - BELL CANYON LOOP The gorgeous open land between the two canyons https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1511805424481-RUC1YA0P8RVB5BT57GID/LWHC+Ry+climbing.jpg FULL BLOG - LITTLE WILD HORSE - BELL CANYON LOOP https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1511806117866-F17WQ8GJ985WCNCZYO2M/LWHC+Ry+Bell+canyon.jpg FULL BLOG - LITTLE WILD HORSE - BELL CANYON LOOP Entering Bell Canyon https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1511806155442-IQIE7A9RTDEAXSXWR7BG/LWHC+Osa+in+hole.jpg FULL BLOG - LITTLE WILD HORSE - BELL CANYON LOOP https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1511806209630-5OBBB6FLRW1P5JTWEXUO/LWHC+bell+canyon+family.jpg FULL BLOG - LITTLE WILD HORSE - BELL CANYON LOOP Bell Canyon snugs https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1511806249531-G0VYQIJ9YXXPAX45ACWX/LWHC+Bell+narrow.jpg FULL BLOG - LITTLE WILD HORSE - BELL CANYON LOOP Bell Canyon: High Road | Low Road https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2017/12/18/camping-maple-grove-hot-springs monthly 0.5 2019-01-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1514930075516-TEICZ9S3IYIFQGSXIR6X/MG+Yurt.jpg FULL BLOG - CAMPING: MAPLE GROVE HOT SPRINGS One of the Yurts and steam billowing from the therapy pool hot spring. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1514930162603-4J6SI913TX1OQWKLOBQV/MG+campsite.jpg FULL BLOG - CAMPING: MAPLE GROVE HOT SPRINGS Campsites 1-3 that sit near the reservoir'd edge. These would be great RV spots and are the closest camping sites to the pools. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1514930282874-NPMDY55WUC6V6QNK5ST6/MG+campsite+1.jpg FULL BLOG - CAMPING: MAPLE GROVE HOT SPRINGS Our campsite, site 1. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1514930337576-TFLTSA249IT3KLTNWD0Y/MG+pool.jpg FULL BLOG - CAMPING: MAPLE GROVE HOT SPRINGS https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1514930397051-9M1NU8Z3T9NHEOR8GCNS/MG+resevoir.jpg FULL BLOG - CAMPING: MAPLE GROVE HOT SPRINGS The resevoir https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1514930521879-5A8EYKTPWABIXI32NKCY/MG+Jasper.jpg FULL BLOG - CAMPING: MAPLE GROVE HOT SPRINGS Maple Grove is very dog friendly. They have their own super sweet and super gigantic Rottweiler and at least one cat. https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2018/1/15/fifth-water-hot-springs monthly 0.5 2018-01-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1516203455553-PH88WZDCXP8IA192UQB8/Fifth+Water+Road+Closure+Sign.jpg FULL BLOG - FIFTH WATER HOT SPRINGS A much different situation in the winter than in the summer. The Road closed mid December of 2017 this season, despite the lack of snow. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1516203692237-I4CRMJEK43XPBOV3P64L/Fifth+Water+Road+.jpg FULL BLOG - FIFTH WATER HOT SPRINGS The 3 miles of road was mostly clear of any snow/ice save for a few spots that stay shaded. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1516203765271-SA2TJ1FSOZY3AIB6J3RD/Fifth+Water+Mountain+Views.jpg FULL BLOG - FIFTH WATER HOT SPRINGS Mountain views. Throughout the entire hike we were almost never in the sun which made for a COLD day. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1516203920977-6FKBR5U4Q7OZXT22HC27/Fifth+water+bueaty.jpg FULL BLOG - FIFTH WATER HOT SPRINGS The start of the stink. You'll know you are getting close when the smell of sulfur increases. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1516204016121-3OTEKO5FEM4FCN77HW5P/Fifth+Water+Falls.jpg FULL BLOG - FIFTH WATER HOT SPRINGS Misty blue waterfalls, be still my heart. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1516204079711-2AO2TLOQ9D1JJZ879K1O/Fifth+Water+Upper+falls.jpg FULL BLOG - FIFTH WATER HOT SPRINGS The largest pool is right below this waterfall, but it is also quite shallow. The water cascading into it is cold but the floor of this pool is the warmest of them all. We didn't go into it because it was brimming with people and we wanted a pool to ourselves. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1516204252146-Q68EEH2TQ4Y39IT7G82W/Fifth+Water+multi+pools.jpg FULL BLOG - FIFTH WATER HOT SPRINGS Just a few of the many pools to choose from. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1516204312087-4ZKP4FAV6X14FMTKJ9QN/Fifth+Water+Pool+Kels.jpg FULL BLOG - FIFTH WATER HOT SPRINGS https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1516205245814-7YVZEQ4KHD5IIY6Q5UJT/Fifth+Water+all+three.jpg FULL BLOG - FIFTH WATER HOT SPRINGS One dog was all about the warm water. One was not. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1516205564290-HAISU4IAEHLJ9T5EAN9J/Fifth+Water+Feet.jpg FULL BLOG - FIFTH WATER HOT SPRINGS Better than a spa. Way better. https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2018/1/10/upper-falls monthly 0.5 2018-01-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1516052215842-PYI0OI1FW9TGVCNM6IIL/Upper+Falls+Path.jpg FULL BLOG - UPPER FALLS The paved portion of the hike. Some spots were as shown above while others had more snow/ice coverage. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1516052856484-72VCT51LRZ2PTZ43MFZR/Bridal+Veil+Falls.jpg FULL BLOG - UPPER FALLS Bridal Veil Falls. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1516052302771-A75UWT18JA9MIWVWAHIM/Upper+Falls+Building.jpg FULL BLOG - UPPER FALLS Take the narrow path on the right of the building. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1516052391594-J50RRLLO2FSVELLT96Z3/Upper+Falls+Provo+River.jpg FULL BLOG - UPPER FALLS The Provo River. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1516052484606-9KZW7BU47OJZA8CK17O3/image-asset.jpeg FULL BLOG - UPPER FALLS Upper Falls. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1516052523316-0ROVYLLLWV48RJ25WB6M/Upper+Falls+Pups.jpg FULL BLOG - UPPER FALLS https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1516052586272-RL17ZJKZR2U3AKKPPHZH/Upper+Falls+Traction.jpg FULL BLOG - UPPER FALLS My choice of traction for winter hiking. https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2018/1/8/adams-canyon-trail monthly 0.5 2018-01-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1515451368152-DGPZ89PD3JR87XH92Q5S/Adams+Canyon+Switchbacks.jpg FULL BLOG - ADAMS CANYON TRAIL Switchbacks to start. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1515451542478-WKB6I0R2M6R77XS09ENT/Adams+Canyon+Sunshine.jpg FULL BLOG - ADAMS CANYON TRAIL Sunshine peaking through the canyon. I usually start a winter hike wearing 7 layers and end it wearing 2. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1515451655766-P707BQF49CMP56RPGZ46/Adams+Family+Trail.jpg FULL BLOG - ADAMS CANYON TRAIL A brief glimpse into the sheet of ice that made up half of the trail. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1515451713442-ZH31WRK7X6CA1760R9YT/Adams+Canyon+Kels+Jasper.jpg FULL BLOG - ADAMS CANYON TRAIL MAJOR WATERFALL STOKE. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1515451776254-Y7ZQZJOXRBEQR4GU27DL/Adams+Canyon+Pups.jpg FULL BLOG - ADAMS CANYON TRAIL https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1515451851027-9VVSAIW8QFV34H328S6U/Adams+Canyon+Waterfall.jpg FULL BLOG - ADAMS CANYON TRAIL https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2017/11/27/camping-goblin-valley-area monthly 0.5 2017-12-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1511820601391-56OX5QMQ7JY0NVQ4ZGSC/Wild+Horse+cooking.jpg FULL BLOG - CAMPING: GOBLIN VALLEY AREA Mad scientist cooking up breakfast https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1511820641909-KOANCO5GRQ7UQZPNN4AD/Wild+Horse+Campground+Jasper.jpg FULL BLOG - CAMPING: GOBLIN VALLEY AREA A view of a Jasper and our campsite. On the other side of the ridge we set up our cook table and chairs to relax away from the road, not that there was much traffic. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1511820752707-MZ15BMQL9AJ5YNO8UI03/Wild+Horse+Osa.jpg FULL BLOG - CAMPING: GOBLIN VALLEY AREA View to the West https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1511820797530-61K1GOJYX6OW9RF40Q5L/Wild+Horse+Sunset.jpg FULL BLOG - CAMPING: GOBLIN VALLEY AREA Our sunset view https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2017/11/27/camping-escalante monthly 0.5 2018-01-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1512496704881-V232UHMWIUBEYOXCPDFO/Escalante+OSa+view.jpg FULL BLOG - CAMPING: ESCALANTE Osa in our sunset spot. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1512496888010-N16M461ZBFLCXB8U2XXW/Escalante+Jasper.jpg FULL BLOG - CAMPING: ESCALANTE Making plans to take over the world. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1512496756330-PX4I0XRJRJ91JPQKK379/Escalante+Camp+Shower.jpg FULL BLOG - CAMPING: ESCALANTE We just started using a solar camp shower the comfort it adds is worth the space in the car. It also doubles as a device to rinse the dogs when they roll in dead stuff. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1512496950485-PGK3LT1DGO05D1UPKG1X/Escalante+Zebra.jpg FULL BLOG - CAMPING: ESCALANTE The trailhead for Zebra Slot Canyon is just 30 minutes away from our BLM campsite, there are, however, sites that stem off from UT12-E (the road that the trailhead parking lot is on). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1512497130878-DM4THQNM4ABF2C1NC2VI/Escalante+calf+creek.jpg FULL BLOG - CAMPING: ESCALANTE Lower Calk Creek Falls, the trailhead of which is in Calf Creek Falls Campground. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1512497353360-JQS7KIF0D3H7XVON13P4/Golden+Cathedral.jpg FULL BLOG - CAMPING: ESCALANTE Golden Cathedral is a MUST visit, and just about an hour and a half from our campsite near Calf Creek. There were also plenty of BLM campsites found stemming from the road to the trailhead and permits are attainable if you would like to camp within the Glen Canyon recreation area. https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2017/11/27/camping-east-canyon-state-park monthly 0.5 2017-12-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1512058167879-SSGT6320ZJKS03B7I1UA/East+Canyon+Hammock.jpg FULL BLOG - CAMPING: EAST CANYON STATE PARK The covered picnic tables offers sturdy hammock posts. Along the water's edge you will notice more of these structures; these are for day use only and can be reserved during peak seasons. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1512058365064-9I03G7DMMFWHIILRXT74/East+Canyon+Osa+Sunset.jpg FULL BLOG - CAMPING: EAST CANYON STATE PARK I watched the sunset while Osa supervised the deer roaming through our campsite. Notice the leash. I let the dogs run wild along the reservoir but dogs are required to be on leash in this campsite. Since there were no other campers I may have, errr, ignored this rule, but I didn't want to allow the pups to terrorize Bambi all night. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1512058654206-8SN0TCOE4YHWM28U7F05/East+Canyon+Jasper.jpg FULL BLOG - CAMPING: EAST CANYON STATE PARK https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1512058709186-M5U4ERQML2ZWI1V0P0EF/EAst+Canyon+Trash.jpg FULL BLOG - CAMPING: EAST CANYON STATE PARK Aaaand my least favorite view. *sad face emoji* https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2017/10/25/willis-creek-narrows monthly 0.5 2017-11-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1508968102111-FQI58UVAPR4Q1ZG928AK/willis+dogs.jpg FULL BLOG - WILLIS CREEK NARROWS - So Much Room for Activities This would be an excellent slot to explore if you are weary of small spaces. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1508968224859-ASX859KZO4NOO9EAQSXM/willis+kels+and+creek.jpg FULL BLOG - WILLIS CREEK NARROWS - Follow the Leader Osa is always the leader https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1508968685302-F2EAJ2VGZUM4M19QDBWO/willis+kelsey+and+jasper+in+crack.jpg FULL BLOG - WILLIS CREEK NARROWS - A Gap Fit for a Jasper Room for two. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1508968876066-WXQ44W8MS6GNUQZKRT7C/Willis+Ry.jpg FULL BLOG - WILLIS CREEK NARROWS - A Rare Ry Sighting and I swear I carry the backpack on occasion. Sometimes. Rarely. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1508968919745-LAHNA5AGALVOHEFB3NQP/Willis+Shower.jpg FULL BLOG - WILLIS CREEK NARROWS - Camp Shower The best showers are nature showers. https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2017/11/2/katie-lee monthly 0.5 2018-06-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1509987863229-NM2EUGE6KW9JCNUZSBWV/Colorado+River+Kels.jpg FULL BLOG - KATIE LEE Having my own Katie Lee moment in the Colorado River outside of Moab, UT. https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2017/10/18/zebra-canyon monthly 0.5 2018-01-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1508858615148-SFA8P61XKUW4VJGI8J2T/Zebra+Canyon+Osa+Climbing.jpg FULL BLOG - ZEBRA CANYON - Osa on a Detour The ridges in the rocks make for easy footing for the pups. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1508858700966-4775AODOVHKZGDPDWWYJ/Zebra+Canyon+Ry.jpg FULL BLOG - ZEBRA CANYON - Ry on a Detour The ridges also make for easy climbing for Ry. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1508858932921-0X4Y0UNRFTMNXG9CXVDY/Zebra+Canyon+Hills+CV.jpg FULL BLOG - ZEBRA CANYON - Painted Hills I reeeeally want to tie dye everything I own in this exact pattern. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1508859390532-K2JPRHMDZMQQGZJU7HNP/Zebra+Canyon+Bouldering.jpg FULL BLOG - ZEBRA CANYON - More Detours We took our time on this hike, taking every chance we could to scale walls and shimmy up canyons. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1508859523071-189DULZAARIUL83VE1VH/Zebra+Canyon+Dogs.jpg FULL BLOG - ZEBRA CANYON - Zebra Slot Zebra Slot! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1508859643582-LZ2E7AND3MMM4OCVSLJ9/Zebra+Canyon+Canyon.jpg FULL BLOG - ZEBRA CANYON - It Doesn't Look it but... It might not look it here, but this was thigh deep water and about a foot wide opening. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1508859765771-VHHZY66HSUHXU9ZEACJ7/Zebra+Canyon+Osa.jpg FULL BLOG - ZEBRA CANYON - Fearless Bear Osa thoroughly enjoyed exploring the narrow canyon with us. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1508859832631-VWNWZU2QAE7MO1SPZ9I2/Zebra+Canyon+Wet+Dogs.jpg FULL BLOG - ZEBRA CANYON - Checking on their Parents These two are constantly impressing me with their courageous spirits. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1508860007750-IGS55BXHBINKKK0JJVBJ/Zebra+Canyon+Ry+and+Kels.jpg FULL BLOG - ZEBRA CANYON - Headed Back This photo was taken on our hike out, it represents the overall experience of the trail well. Exposed, flat, sandy, and phenomenal. https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2017/10/25/lower-calf-creek-falls monthly 0.5 2017-11-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1508960235138-V28T6RUHIKK5UP2TJP0X/CCF+Kels+and+Dogs.jpg FULL BLOG - LOWER CALF CREEK FALLS - Desert Terrain https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1508960284140-4XE40R1D94229LNZOQBI/CCF+Chunks.jpg FULL BLOG - LOWER CALF CREEK FALLS - Something Missing Excuse me wall, you seem to be missing a chunk. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1508960332811-B2GOK8CYMO8NWTWCAD2X/CCF+wall.jpg FULL BLOG - LOWER CALF CREEK FALLS - Walls Because they are that impressive. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1508960373064-KZ3VDD8EDBA9T28WX939/CCF+rocky+walls.jpg FULL BLOG - LOWER CALF CREEK FALLS - More Walls These ones are rocky and rusty. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1508960436265-EZY6COWE79QGPBF4HFTW/CCF+Kels+and+dogs+in+water.jpg FULL BLOG - LOWER CALF CREEK FALLS - The Finale The Finale https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2017/10/23/clayton-peak monthly 0.5 2017-10-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1508857121783-JFR7OI0QSZCRHLAFQ6LG/Dead+Horse+Trail.jpg FULL BLOG - CLAYTON PEAK - Clayton Peak Trail The trail begins with a steep uphill. If this seems too challenging this might not be a great trail for you, it continues towards for 1.5 miles without any reprieve and in the Fall more than half of the trail was covered with a foot of snow. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1508857337728-NYC7R31ZB36PPBHOPI0T/Clayton+Peak+Terrain.jpg FULL BLOG - CLAYTON PEAK - Rocky Terrain You will have to create your own route towards the end of the hike. Follow the ridge line and watch your step as you hop over large rocks and small boulders. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1508857428408-COS5EFZS3SK4UCK2QPFH/Clayton+Peak+Lake+View.jpg FULL BLOG - CLAYTON PEAK - Lake Views Not long into the hike you will be rewarded with views of the lakes below. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1508857478490-DZO6V2X471ITG3ZZYZ0G/Clayton+Peak+Views.jpg FULL BLOG - CLAYTON PEAK - Mountain Views On the opposite side of the Ridgeline you can spot Brighton Ski Resort ski lifts and runs. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1508857612293-VVRIWJNSY52AOTX34045/Clayton+Peak+Bloods+Lake.jpg FULL BLOG - CLAYTON PEAK - Bloods Lake Instead of hiking Clayton Peak as an out-and-back we routed around Bloods Lake. https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2017/10/4/devils-garden monthly 0.5 2017-10-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1507734427482-ZA2A9DF9ISLWKEW74MGG/DG+Landscape+ARch.jpg FULL BLOG - DEVILS GARDEN - Landscape Arch LANDSCAPE ARCH. Just one quick mile from the trailhead you will find the fifth longest recorded arch in the world, Landscape Arch. It measures at 290ft across at it's longest section. At one time you were able to stand underneath it, but on a sunny afternoon in the 90's a large slab fell causing the guests underneath to scatter. It is a powerful reminder of the changes this landscape undergoes over long periods of time or in a matter of seconds. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1507734754206-MKDEIPGMXF6UIWJE20A8/DG+Navajo+Arch.jpg FULL BLOG - DEVILS GARDEN - Navajo Arch NAVAJO ARCH. This photo was taken after passing under the arch and into the open roof cave beyond. Just .3 miles from the trail this arch is a must see and provides great shade in the desert sun. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1507734906822-1ATLM5NZ004RBU5Y8MKT/DG+Partition+Arch.jpg FULL BLOG - DEVILS GARDEN - Partition Arch PARTITION ARCH. This arch is visible from the main trail when walking below and can be easily reached after a quick .25 mile spur trail- the same you will take to see Navajo Arch. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1507735010720-HLM82XGDS1M82CC4R925/DG+partition+arch+hole.jpg FULL BLOG - DEVILS GARDEN - Partition Arch PARTITION ARCH. Another view when looking through the smaller hole of Partition Arch. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1507735074848-BCGT0W2X8ENACNGACUVV/DG+Double+O+Arch.jpg FULL BLOG - DEVILS GARDEN - Double O Arch DOUBLE O ARCH. One of the O's, hop up about 3 feet and you can pass through this arch easily to get a view from the other side. This arch measures 21ft across. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1507735169313-NNYOZF7TDIVGHDOS1NBE/DG+Double+O+Arch+2.jpg FULL BLOG - DEVILS GARDEN - Double O Arch DOUBLE O ARCH. The larger of the O's, measuring at 71ft across. This is where we stopped for a quick break as it was about halfway through our journey. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1507735379717-58NJJFSXHHS6IR0I8MXL/DG+Private+Arch.jpg FULL BLOG - DEVILS GARDEN - Private Arch PRIVATE ARCH. Tucked below the trail and easily passed through is Private Arch. This was the last Arch we saw on the trail and was the only arch on the Primitive trail on the 12-6 side of the hike. Please ignore the weirdo in front. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1507735476713-E3JW6S42ROHHB33IRQYQ/DG+Kelsey.jpg FULL BLOG - DEVILS GARDEN - Fins FINS. The fins of sandstone are stacked neatly next to each other like files in a cabinet. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1507735720833-WJB7NDSZIC41ODM2ZBBL/DG+Cactus.jpg FULL BLOG - DEVILS GARDEN - Cactus Even the cacti have arches in Arches National Park. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1507735795601-9PATUC5NXAQE1C7YMEQX/DG+Tiny+Paws.jpg FULL BLOG - DEVILS GARDEN - Tiny Paws TINY FEETSIES. With so much to look up at it can be easy to forget to enjoy the small and tiny wonders at your feet. https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2017/9/29/desolation-trail monthly 0.5 2017-10-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1507072041936-NYDS9BZKW346SVI0A7PB/Desolation+Trail+South+Box+Elder.jpg FULL BLOG - DESOLATION TRAIL - Trailhead Marker TRAILHEAD MARKER. Parking lot and restrooms provided. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1507067008284-Y7B401ME2NYHV4QMHVYR/Desolation+Trail+Osa+Snow.jpg FULL BLOG - DESOLATION TRAIL - Snow Snack Towards the top we walked through some patches of snow and the pups took a hydration break. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1507067074028-X1W7MIJLU4XD4LOIKEIM/Desolation+Trail+Jasper+Snow.jpg FULL BLOG - DESOLATION TRAIL - Snow Snack Round 2 Delicious.. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1507067168781-UX7DTXFOJFVJQV5JKL57/Desolation+Trail+SLC+view.jpg FULL BLOG - DESOLATION TRAIL - SLC Overlook The views from the overlook of Salt Lake City. This was our end point for the day. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1507067257117-9UP5J2GWDUCWYLQH1F4K/Desolation+Trail+Osa+Side+Eye.jpg FULL BLOG - DESOLATION TRAIL - She Loves it Here Aaaand a little side eye from the little bear. https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2017/10/3/corona-bowtie-arch-trail monthly 0.5 2017-10-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1507064388401-IVK309JKXKUDLYRYE47Q/Corona+Arch+Dogs+Frolic.jpg FULL BLOG - CORONA & BOWTIE ARCH TRAIL - Count the Arches Osa keeps close tabs on her little brother always, but especially when rock climbing is involved. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1507064672387-O5OPNLS07J7BAG5L7H4F/Corona+Arch+Jasper+Bowtie.jpg FULL BLOG - CORONA & BOWTIE ARCH TRAIL - Bowtie Arch Bowtie Arch can be seen behind the big fluffy pup. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1507064757782-82OL18OKGFHRIQ4S6S6L/Corona+Arch+Jasper+and+Kels.jpg FULL BLOG - CORONA & BOWTIE ARCH TRAIL - Corona Arch After you walk under Bowtie Arch the trail proceeds and concludes at Corona Arch, pictured behind me here. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1507065025663-BJFJRGT8FCGEL5ZH4V62/Corona+Arch+Cairns.jpg FULL BLOG - CORONA & BOWTIE ARCH TRAIL - Cairn Graveyard CAIRN GRAVEYARD. The path is well marked with Cairns, but it looks like some hikers got carried away with Cairns in a large flat area along the trail. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1507064957102-LQLSECCFJPPSXEETD5MT/Corona+Arch+inside+the+ARch.jpg FULL BLOG - CORONA & BOWTIE ARCH TRAIL - Photo Op Had to get a family photo under Corona Arch. https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2017/9/28/the-desert monthly 0.5 2018-01-02 https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2017/9/21/jacks-mountain monthly 0.5 2017-10-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1506033040275-ZX3Q7MA7MHHYIHER4R90/Jacks+approach.jpg FULL BLOG - JACK'S MOUNTAIN - Gentle Beginnings This area was just around the corner from the trailhead and would make an amazing picnic spot. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1506032542248-F66P7X8XQ84CYJT6ET1R/Jacks+M+Grafiti.jpg FULL BLOG - JACK'S MOUNTAIN - Painted Rocks We took the trail next to this graffiti wall so we could check out the H close up. I did a bit of digging and it looks like this is an ongoing prank done by Highland High School to "mark their territory". https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1506032923482-URRF1USSUCLZSVQTBD4Y/Jacks+South+facing+view.jpg FULL BLOG - JACK'S MOUNTAIN - City Girl West Jordan, Murray, and Sandy all in sight. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1506032593199-6XLP6HL91VBS5A8HIAA1/Two+Dogs+and+PEak.jpg FULL BLOG - JACK'S MOUNTAIN - Happy Tongues Still not to the top but the pups were already enjoying themselves immensely. I think at this point we had two peaks left to climb. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1506033171369-TMGIQD31OYU1KLIVL8IM/jacks+and+jasper.jpg FULL BLOG - JACK'S MOUNTAIN - City Boy Views of The Great Salt Lake, The University of Utah, and the State Capitol building. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1506033372404-1JNXYJ138E5YU3QOLQJW/jacks+memorial.jpg FULL BLOG - JACK'S MOUNTAIN - Jack's Mountain Jack's memorial has offerings of letters, flags, and prayer beads. Adding a note to the journals is encouraged. https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2017/9/19/tanner-park monthly 0.5 2017-10-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1505864804665-BXX7X4NQL3R20AP3X57J/Jasper+water+Tanner+Park.jpg FULL BLOG - TANNER PARK - A Cool Jasper is a Happy Jasper There are multiple access points to water in Parley's. Take note of increased water currents in the Winter. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1505864924909-V7GPSR8YOZMPFXQNMT34/Osa+flower+Tanner+PArk.jpg FULL BLOG - TANNER PARK - Wild Sunflowers in Bloom https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2017/9/11/and-shes-dope-too monthly 0.5 2017-10-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1505169355637-UKQYVMAPLH4PGF8AZVCK/ogden+overlook+gals.jpg FULL BLOG - ANDSHESDOPETOO - Fun at 5000 Feet Ogden Overlook Hike with new friends. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1505169517195-APKEVYIFE3ME7G5D4AWW/SUP.jpg FULL BLOG - ANDSHESDOPETOO - Causey Reservoir SUP Session Paddle, chill, chat, repeat https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1505169579142-HZQETSSH67UHMV7NWJ2G/Yoga.jpg FULL BLOG - ANDSHESDOPETOO - Namaste Yoga on the lawn. As one of our instructors said "yoga doesn't have to be serious, smile". Smiles ensued. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1505169945378-DP9HAMMJH6PKUBP5LYKC/Ogden+Overlook+Crew.jpg FULL BLOG - ANDSHESDOPETOO - Ogden Overlook Crew Ogden Overlook Crew. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1505170007603-K0V8HB4GI5MLIB53JXHH/Tent+City.jpg FULL BLOG - ANDSHESDOPETOO - Tent City Tent City, where strangers become friends and neighbors in the same instant. https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2017/8/22/kermsuh-lake-trail monthly 0.5 2018-01-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1504039716052-LELNFWBYOM9IIHTHHF1V/Water+crossing+Kels.jpg FULL BLOG - KERMSUH LAKE - Water Crossing I like to keep my boots wet with sweat not drenched from a creek https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1504042300671-ASMM9Z0I46E6YPM3IADL/sandwhich+kermsuh+lake.jpg FULL BLOG - KERMSUH LAKE - Sandwich Envy Sandwich Envy on Kermsuh Lake. First day backpacking sandwiches are a tradition I firmly believe in. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1504042529565-GL9NVSYVQ2H7BVJL0KU9/campsite+kermsuh+lake.jpg FULL BLOG - KERMSUH LAKE - This'll Do Already made natural benches, a rock fire pit, safe distance from the water's edge, tree coverage and flat surface for the tent. Oh and VIEWS. Yeah, this'll do. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1504210942432-GLDZ6NIRY5P4JL6X40UK/Hike+in+Kermsuh+Lake.jpg FULL BLOG - KERMSUH LAKE - Sniffing Around What an absolutely gorgeous place to step in moose poop. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1504211189375-J6JCUPMITETM4N8RTAC9/waterfall+kermsuh+lake.jpg FULL BLOG - KERMSUH LAKE - Sneaky Lil Falls Follow the creek on the left of the lake and you will run into some small but gorgeous falls https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1504211325401-1UIE6ADHA1AO9Y6T9R9L/On+the+water+Kermsuh+Lake.jpg FULL BLOG - KERMSUH LAKE - Fish Scouting Trout seemed abundant in the lake, but even if we had poles our pups constant need to splash around would likely leave us hungry. https://www.kelseykagan.com/home/2017/8/31/neffs-canyon monthly 0.5 2018-01-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1504208704738-VGNQGEK2LWPH1Q5YO13N/NEffs+Canyon+Parking+Lot.jpg FULL BLOG - NEFF'S CANYON - Parking Lot Pups Parking lot views. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1504208802194-7OG3SKNHXGXPGW9XPXTX/Neffs+Canyon+view+.5+miles+in.jpg FULL BLOG - NEFF'S CANYON - Only Just Begun There's Salt Lake City looking all cute and quaint from half a mile in. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1504208894078-OYSEACQ4V9SVTFL2SAHS/Neffs+Canyon+rocky+footing.jpg FULL BLOG - NEFF'S CANYON - Rocky Footing A non issue when you have four legs. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1504208991785-UU53T6H1EB38KTYVWRWZ/Neffs+Canyon+waterfall+sit.jpg FULL BLOG - NEFF'S CANYON - Sweet Sweet Relief I can't tell who enjoyed this moment more https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/59937fa8be42d66fd5686162/1504209029472-31FBI6HYLK7XVVJ0GBKY/Neff%27s+Canyon+Top+WildFlowers.jpg FULL BLOG - NEFF'S CANYON - Inspiration This was taken three miles up, where the trail opens up to a gorgeous meadow stacked with wildflowers up to your chest and buzzing bees bopping around. 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