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With the climbing season on my mind, I wanted to take it back to one of my favorite climbs in Oregon. South Sister is the third tallest peak in Oregon, standing at 10, 358 feet behind Mt Hood at 11,250 feet and Mount Jefferson at 10,495 feet. South Sister is nestled among the cascade mountain of the Three Sisters, which also includes Middle and North Sisters.
Read MoreI can’t think of anything better than spending the longest day of the year exploring the backcountry of the Three Sisters Wilderness on the Obsidian Trail. The trail is around 12 miles out and back and 2,000 feet in elevation gain. . It is always a treat to check out new areas of the Pacific Crest Trail. I had great company and stunning scenery all around, and even introduced a surf friend to her first backpacking experience!
Read MoreYosemite National Park was established by congress on October 1, 1980, one of America’s oldest parks in the national park system. With over 95% of the park being designated as wilderness, the cathedral-like granite cliffs and giant sequoia trees were a sanctuary for many environmental trailblazers like John Muir and other conservationists.
Read MoreWhen Allison + Phillip were planning their engagement shoot, they knew right away they wanted to make it special by having their photos at their favorite campsite in Mount Hood National Forest. With over 170 developed recreation sites, Mount Hood National Forest is a perfect place for a weekend getaway and one of my favorite places to disperse camp.
Read MoreMemories, trails and highlights of an 8-day road trip through Glacier National Park and the Canadian Rockies. Camping through some of the most stunning alpine landscapes in North America. Bathing in serene lakes, soaking in hot springs, and hikes filled with splendor.
Read More2019 was a whirlwind year. It was a year filled with many new adventures, friends and community building, and photoshoots in stunning places. This year, I was honored to photograph over 25 shoots, which exceeded my goal. As someone who works full-time, balancing a creative side business can be tough sometimes.
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