April 18, 2026
Sunrise at Cape Henry: A Solitary Walk on the Beach
There's something magical about being the only person on the sand as the sky turns gold over Fort Macon.
Read more →Camping, coastal explorations, beach hikes, and the occasional off-grid escape. Follow along as I discover hidden shorelines and trail heads everywhere.
Stories from the road, the trail, and the tide line.
There's something magical about being the only person on the sand as the sky turns gold over Fort Macon.
Read more →From fire-building fails to waking up to herons right outside my tent — a complete beginner's guide.
Read more →After a few crashes (yes, multiple), I've dialed in a lightweight kit that captures stunning Virginia Beach vistas.
Read more →Beyond the boardwalk — secret coves, quiet marsh trails, and the best seafood spots locals actually go to.
Read more →Cold, muddy, and absolutely worth it. Here's the trail log and what I packed for a full-day winter trek.
Read more →After my early mistakes, here's the definitive packing list that's survived three seasons of coastal camping.
Read more →Raised in San Diego, I joined the military at 18 in '94 and spent 20 years exploring the world as a Seabee. I've been to 21 U.S. states, traveled across Europe and Asia, and found my wife in Thailand.
After retiring in 2014, I finally started chasing the adventures I'd been collecting stories from along the way — Kenya, Georgia, Oman, England, Ukraine, and countless places in between. Now I channel that same energy into worldly explorations, camping trips, and chasing down the perfect sunrise shot.
This redhead leads the way — no more secrets, just good stories and better photos.
Everything from tide pools to tree lines.
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