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Snowshoeing Trolltunga

by Paulina Dao May 18, 2015
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Snowshoeing Trolltunga

Trolltunga was the first thing that was on my list in Norway. It’s basically the Norwegian version of Half Dome, except easier and about a hundred times less scary.

After flying into Oslo the morning of May 7th, we made the scenic drive out to Odda to snowshoe Trolltunga that Saturday, May 9th, with Trolltunga Active (formerly known as Opplev Odda). Trolltunga Active operates a number of trips in the Hardangerfjord area including climbing Trolltunga, zipline adventures, kayaking, and more. They’re some really cool and patient people if you ever need a guide!

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The Best Mammoth Lakes Hot Springs

by Paulina Dao May 15, 2015
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Best Mammoth Lakes Hot Springs Eastern Sierra Hilltop

The Eastern Sierra is chockfull of bubbling hot springs waiting to be soaked in. I mean, really, you can’t beat the soothing hot temperatures and mountain views and the price (free). I stopped by a few of the Mammoth hot springs on the way home from my 25th birthday Eastern Sierra roadtrip extravaganza so I could share with you.

There’s a dirt road that will take you to the majority of them. You’ll just need a bit of clearance. I won’t publicly post directions, but get in touch if you’re unable to find them. These are fairly well known, and tons of beta is available on the internet.

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Mammoth Lakes: Crowley Lake Columns

by Paulina Dao May 13, 2015
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Crowley Lake Columns Eastern Sierra

The Crowley Lake Columns are a little Eastern Sierra secret. If you’re a good internet creeper, you’ll be able to find directions to them with enough digging.

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May 13, 2015 2 comments
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WIN THIS: Best Camp Food Ever

by Paulina Dao May 11, 2015
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Fishpeople Seafood Pouch Review Giveaway

Photo by Adam Nutting of Hiking the Trail

From camp dinners to nights where you can’t be bothered rummage through your fridge to form an acceptable meal, there’s Fishpeople Seafood. I’ve praised the awesomeness of Fishpeople Seafood before. And today, I’m praising them again.

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May 11, 2015 27 comments
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Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest: Discovery Trail

by Paulina Dao May 6, 2015
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Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest Discovery Trail Hike Report

The Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest is one of California’s many gems. Here in the xeric alpine environment, some of the oldest non-clonal living organisms thrive. The Visitor Center is located next to Schulman Grove, home to the Methuselah tree, the oldest tree alive until the discovery of one slightly older in the area.

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  • About
    • About Paulina
    • Why Don’t They Look Like Me? The Diversity Dilemma in Outdoor Media
    • Contact Me
  • Climbing
    • Bouldering at Castle Hill, New Zealand
    • Bouldering at the Jardines, Queenstown, New Zealand
    • The Best Beginner Boulders in the Buttermilks, Bishop, CA
  • Backpacking
  • Hiking
  • Travel
  • Destinations
    • California
    • Iceland
    • Idaho
    • Washington
    • Utah
    • Greece
    • New Zealand
    • Norway
  • Gear Reviews
    • How to Build Out a Subaru Outback Without Any Building
  • Work With Me!