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    14 Best Hikes In Grand Teton National Park

    18/08/202126/11/2021

    Crystalline lakes. Towering granite peaks. Lush fields of wildflowers. Whether you’re standing on top of Paintbrush Divide, sweating your way up to Static Peak Divide, or enjoying the views across String Lake, the hikes in Grand Teton National Park are a force to be reckoned with. To say there are certain trails that are “best”

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    Hiking The Teton Crest Trail (Complete Guide)

    05/03/202124/11/2021

    When I stepped on top of Hurricane Pass overlooking the Grand Teton and Middle Teton, I understood why the Teton Crest Trail was named one of the best, and most scenic hikes in North America. When it comes to panoramic views, this hiking trail in Grand Teton National Park has it all: crystal lakes, towering

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    • Hello there! My name is Aaren, a nature-loving photographer that craves adventure across all terrains: especially the sandy and mountainous ones. I am here to inspire you to explore the great outdoors, capture stunning landscapes, and take care of the planet along the way! Let’s go!

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    The end of the year always sends me into period of The end of the year always sends me into period of reflection as another chapter of my life comes to a close. These past two years, in particular, never turned out the way I envisioned or what I thought they would be, and I think that rings true for a lot of us. I left my home with the intention of being gone for a year, only to get into an accident 3 weeks into my trip and end up somewhere else. But that somewhere else, Texas, has turned into a very special place for me. One that I never thought I would come around to because I spent years hating where I was. Regardless of my own situation, I think a lot of us have that same way of thinking, whether you’re still in your hometown or a place you didn’t think you would end up, you’ve probably thought at some point or another that “if I were just in ____” or “if I packed my bags and moved to ______” then all my problems would be solved. After moving to Texas, I realized that life has a very interesting way of putting you exactly where you’re supposed to be, and for a long time I didn’t understand it. Looking back on it, even my travel plans reflected that. I went as far away as I could in search for something that I always had locked away inside of myself somewhere. It was on this trip to Big Bend that I thought “I can’t believe I have always traveled so far to see beautiful things when this is one of my favorite places I’ve ever been and it’s the shortest distance away.” Sometimes the things you desire most in your life, whether it be physical, emotional, etc., aren’t as far out of reach as you think they are. (I don’t normally do this but swipe to see the before photo)
    wherever you are in life. whatever you’re doing. wherever you are in life. whatever you’re doing. wherever you might be headed, just know it’s not too late to change your mind. a lot of my life has been guided, or should I say restricted, by me stressing the permanence of my choices. by believing that if I choose to do this one thing then that’s the way my life is going to be and I can’t deviate from it. it’s kept me from doing a lot and even kept me stagnant in some areas of my life. whether it’s a new job, new place to call home, new haircut, beliefs, or even a lifestyle, it is all fluid and constantly changing, just like us. just because you align with one thing doesn’t mean you cannot pursue another, and just because you woke up one day halfway down a road, doesn’t mean it’s too late to turn around and go someplace else. a lot of people think that the whole “you’re one choice away from a completely different life” is some form of satire, but with a little elbow grease and a lot of bravery, you could be doing whatever you want in life. ask for it. work for it. and next thing you know, you’re keeping that promise you made to your younger self. it’s so important to go after the things in life that make it so special for you, whatever that may be. 📍 Navajo Land
    *checks watch* man y’all are STILL sleeping on *checks watch* man y’all are STILL sleeping on Wyoming?
    never forget that your life is full of synchronici never forget that your life is full of synchronicities and miracles ✨ in every person you meet and all the places you go. everyone in your life is a reflection of you. im grateful for all the people i have met in the most random of places that have laid stones in front of me, guiding me on my path. those that have trusted me, loved me, supported me, and made me feel at home in the strangest of places. thank you. if you haven’t heard it today: - you’re doing great. - you are exactly where you need to be. - it’s okay if you don’t know what you’re doing (I don’t either). - trust in the timing of your life. - you are safe and loved. 📍 photo from one of my favorite hikes in @archesnps by @leadawnhart edited by moi.
    thank you for all the ways you’ve given me the s thank you for all the ways you’ve given me the silence to listen 🌏🧡
    bali. the place that began this whole rendezvous. bali. the place that began this whole rendezvous. this week/year so far i have been especially grateful for simply being here. i can feel my mindset changing every day i tell myself that i GET to do things, rather than HAVE to. when i was a little girl i used to print off nat geo coloring pages from the family computer, color neatly inside the lines, and dream of a future life where i would see all these animals/landscapes in real life. i never thought any of that would actually happen. i never forget where i came from, but sometimes i definitely forget about the places along the way. the jungles of bali and the family that nurtured my burn and drank tea with me on the mountain. i found true generosity and the importance of giving. the pace of the philippines where i found that life doesn’t need to move so fast and cold coconuts are the one of my favorite things in the world. the peace of japan, my favorite place in the world. where i learned that white rice and soy sauce can be a meal, life is more meaningful with very little, and the unexpected kindness of strangers. then to iceland, where i experienced the earths rugged, intense, but beautiful nature, my limits, and that you can consume over 15 peanut butter and jelly sandwiches over the course of two weeks. utah. wyoming. finding my smallness in nature. learning my strength. finding my voice and one of my greatest passions. but the greatest gift of all, one that took the reins on my life this last year is that i don’t have to be traveling to lead a fulfilling life. being here, right now, wherever, is enough. breathing. loving. eating my umpteenth burrito bowl at chipotle. reading with my patio door open. failing to keep my fifth basil plant alive. finding a new song that is an absolute bop. screaming the song lyrics to throwback music in the car with the windows rolled down at night. dancing in my expensive, shoebox apartment to my favorite tunes. laughter. (continued in comments)
    wandering through the hoodoos of Bryce Canyon Nati wandering through the hoodoos of Bryce Canyon National Park 👽 trail after trail, this park ALWAYS delivers! 👊🏼 On an unrelated note, I just posted my guide to backpacking the Teton Crest Trail 🌲⛰ if you’re looking for an incredible way to get into backpacking or explore one of the most scenic hikes in North America, this treasure in Wyoming is all you need! This is perfect if you’re looking for a trip around the beginning or middle of August! Link is in my bio 😊✨
    howdy, hello, hi, + welcome! there are many new howdy, hello, hi, + welcome! there are many new faces that have found my account recently and i wanted to ~properly~ introduce myself to everyone that might be curious as to who i am, what i do, and what you can expect from my little corner of the internet. first things first, let’s get the basics out of ze way: - i am 22 years old - i grew up in the midwest, but i am now based outside of dallas - instead of going to college after i graduated in 2017, i sold everything i owned and booked a one way flight to bali. since then, i started my travel blog, What Do You Sea, to pursue a fulfilling life through adventurous travel both in the US and around the world. - i have visited: Japan, Scotland, Iceland, The Philippines, Bali, + (maybe?) 1/4 of the states in the US. (Utah and Wyoming being the coolest so far) - the next places i want to visit are Vietnam, Morocco, Italy, and pay another visit to any of the places I’ve already been! - On my website (link in bio) I write in-depth guides to all the places I’ve visited, along with helpful tips to get you exploring whether you’re ballin on a budget or have a little extra to spend. My hobbies include: - guitar - learning Japanese (yes it’s so hard lol) - skateboarding - cooking - drinking coffee - backpacking (the Southeast Asia/Europe kind and the outdoorsy kind) - hiking/camping - reading (my favorite book is Jitterbug Perfume by Tom Robbins) - (+ most importantly) photography Cool FAX (if you read this far) - when I was a kid I ate a whole jar of habanero peppers without batting an eye, and to this day it’s one of my favorite flavors - back in 2018, I competed in the Taekwon-Do British World Championships that took place in Edinburgh, Scotland - also when I was a kid, I picked a glass Christmas ornament off the family Christmas tree and ate it like an apple (not sure how I lived but hey) If you want to read the entirety of my story, head over to my website under the “about” section titled “meet aaren” What’s the weirdest thing about yourself? Let’s get to know each other in the comments 🤘🏼

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