I’m Samantha Joel, a professional in my 30s who loves to travel. I spend whatever spare time and money I have trying to explore beautiful natural places, usually by foot or by paddle. When I can, I try to stay in each destination for a while and uncover more of the hidden gems in the area. My journey toward becoming an outdoors enthusiast has been slow but steady, supported by many people who have made it their mission to make the outdoors more accessible.

When I research places I want to visit, I often find that although it’s easy to find information about top attractions (e.g., museums, historical buildings), it can be harder to find out how to fully enjoy the local parks, rivers, and trails. I started this blog as a way to document my experiences and share the tidbits I pick up as I go. I hope you find my posts inspiring and helpful for planning your next trip. Note that blog posts are dated to reflect the month and year of the trip, rather than the writeup.

This website was created by James Marchment. James is a talented graphic and web designer (see more of his work at jamesmarchment.com), as well as my husband and frequent travel companion.