If today’s inspiration board doesn’t make you itch for a dose of the great outdoors, I don’t know what will. A friend of mine spontaneously headed out to Rocky Mountain National Park last week, and looking at his photos got me reminiscing about the countless summer hikes and camping trips I took growing up, and even more so about how badly I’m in need of one now. Even though our month of travel is focusing on jet setting to far-off destinations, there’s no doubt that the best getaways are often found just outside of town. So in the spirit of everything rough and rugged, here’s hoping today’s board will urge you to take a deep breath, unplug and hit the trail before summer’s end.
sources: girl hiking via pinterest (original source unknown); canoe from Gnarggles; camping bedroll and mugs by The Denizen Co.; camping gear from Kinfolk via Pinterest; girl in blanket via dara muskat (original source unknown); redwood forest campsite via The Chive; reading in tent via Travelettes; bonfire via Camp Karankawa (original source unknown); hiking boots via hiking dreams
I do love the outdoors. I have to agree that some of the best vacations can be close by. I think you feel more relaxed and if you’re used to a city the countryside can feel like whole other world!
seriously, I so have the urge to hit the trails! thanks for such a great reminder!
love, arielle
a simple elegance
Right there with ya… hope you find the time to get out there!
Love this board! I went camping over the fourth of July weekend. I walked away with so many bug bites but we had a great time!
Great pictures and post! Being outdoors can be both relaxing and renewing.
I love the great outdoors. Since it looks like this summer is all about the staycation, I am looking forward to some hiking and just relaxing close to home.
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Camping is not necessarily my style… but this board has got me reconsidering!
x Lily
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Love it! You won’t be disappointed 🙂
I love this, Chanel! Makes me want to pack up the Wagoneer and go camping somewhere soon.
Do it! And take me with you!
Hikes are one of the best parts of summer (although I’m still hesitant about the camping part)!
Not a fan of the outdoors mainly due to bugs but whenever I see photos like these, I wish I wasn’t so creeped out by little critters. Would love to explore the outdoors more.