Welcome, explorer!
If you peruse maps for fun, sleep better outside, and need to know what’s around the next bend,
if your mind grows calmer when your body is in motion,
if the world is vast and life is too short,
This is for you.
Meet Your Virtual Guide
Outdoor adventures and off-the-beaten-track travel have been my paths to confidence, contentment, and a deeper understanding of the world and myself. I created Exploring Wild to help others discover the power of these experiences.
Everything on this website is based on extensive personal experience and careful research. You can trust that I’ve been there, done that, and learned from some mistakes.
I’m introverted, nerdy, and more risk-averse than you might think. I have cranky knees and hate being cold. I used to think all this stuff was only for people braver and tougher than me. If I can do it, so can you! Read more here.
~ Alissa
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Latest Posts
Interview with Bas Idsinga, Creator of Cycle Planet
When Bas had to pause his world tour in 2020, he channeled his energy into creating Cycle Planet, a comprehensive platform where bike travelers can find country information, local hosts, and much more.
Interview: Dan Scarpino on Thru Hiking, Van Life, and Making Space for Big Adventures
In 2019 Dan bought and converted a van, quit his job, and set off to experience as much hiking, camping, and wilderness as he could.
ULA Circuit Backpack: Female Hiker’s Review After 1300 Miles
Detailed review and description of the ULA Circuit 68 liter pack, the lightweight backpack I used on the Arizona and Colorado Trails.
Bikepacking Grand Staircase Loop in Southern Utah
The Grand Staircase Loop is 160 miles of dirt and gravel, fascinating geology, and wide open desert in southern Utah. Here’s a bikepacking trip report and planning notes from our 4 day ride.
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“Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?”
~ Mary Oliver
