Nic’s Experience Biking Across Iowa (RAGBRAI)

Nic’s Experience Biking Across Iowa (RAGBRAI)

To Ollie — I hope you can look back one day and be inspired. Over the last 4 years, I have constantly found myself in pursuit of different physical challenges, inspired by Micheal Easter Misogi’s. Lately, many of mine have centered around cycling. During COVID I was one of many who got a Peloton Bike and [...]

Iceland Favorites – Off the Beaten Path Hiking, Hot Springs and Experiences

Iceland Favorites – Off the Beaten Path Hiking, Hot Springs and Experiences

2021 is about to come to a close, and I'm reflecting on my favorite trip of the year: Iceland. In September, we explored the south and west coast of Iceland, including one day in the city, a few different historic stops and many, many waterfalls. I could write for days about our seven days in [...]

12.5 Miles in Great Smoky Mountains National Park

12.5 Miles in Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Great Smoky Mountains National Park, near Knoxville, TN is the most visited national park in the U.S. Not sure if they're counting people or bears, but either way, we were looking forward to exploring it on a beautiful fall weekend. This park is also very large, so a long hike to see and explore as [...]