Jess Wandering

08/06/2026

Spent 3 days exploring the Ansel Adams Wilderness area, with nights at Ediza Lake and Minaret Lake, plus a scramble up Volcanic Ridge. It was the perfect mix of alpine lakes, granite peaks, and a little off trail side questing. Plus, a lot of quality nature time with my brother! We don’t often get to adventure just the two of us anymore, so I’ll cherish these memories for a long time. Definitely one of my favorite backpacking trips in the Eastern Sierra.

You’ll need permits for this one! Trailheads are located in Inyo National Forest.

Making my own stars in Minaret Lake! ✨

Morning reflections.

Wildflowers were still peaking in the valley! 🪻

Just wanted to share some landscapes! I only brought my 24-70mm on this trip and regretted it the entire time lol. The views were WIDE 🙌

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Camp at Cecile Lake the first night.

Summit log on Volcanic Ridge! Almost didn’t do this scramble, but so glad we made it up here. 360 views of the entire area. 🙌

Last morning at Minaret Lake before packing up and hiking out. Trying out my new ZENBIVY bed!

Chillaxing in Iceberg Lake after a steep and very hot hike up here.

Sibling selfie. This one’s for mom! Kris Dales ♥️

07/31/2026

Where the ocean kisses the sky.

Big Sur over the years.

Photos mostly w/ Quin

07/30/2026

If you’re only going to do one wildflower hike at Mount Rainier, this is it!

The Skyline Trail has a little bit of everything. From mellow paved sections, to more difficult terrain, it’s a loop hike that can easily be done in “choose your own adventure” mode.

Exactly the kind of hike the adidas Freehiker 3 Ultra GTX was made for. They’re lightweight, comfortable for all day wandering, and the grip gave me plenty of traction on the rocky sections of trail.

If you’ve been thinking about making the trip, this is your sign. 🌼



Video w/ .trailwalker

07/28/2026

Every time I thought Sardinia couldn’t get any better… it did. 💙🌊🍕

If you’re planning a trip to Sardinia, these were my can’t-miss spots:

Cala Goloritzè
Cala Mariolu
Piscine di Venere
Cala Biriola
Cala Luna
Rent a zodiac (my favorite way to experience the coastline)

Photos w/ Quin

07/20/2026

Five days on the North Circle Loop in Glacier National Park. The 3am alarm to get permits was more than worth it. 😍

Is it too soon to go back?

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07/16/2026

07/13/2026

07/08/2026

Summer time exploring on Zakynthos Island. 🩵🌞

The world had just reopened to travel and it felt like we had this magical Greek island all to ourselves. Empty beaches, zero crowds, and lots of back of the head shots. 😂

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