Best Cameras for Hiking and Backpacking
For hiking and backpacking I recommend the smallest and lightest interchangeable lens cameras with the greatest amount of zoom range.
Custom Pet Portraits
I do custom pet portraits of birds, cats, dogs, horses, or any type of animal using watercolors! Please contact me if you’re interested in something, along with sending me a good quality photo of what you’d like done, and I’ll …
Animal Designs
I love creating art and designs with cute animals! Throughout the years I’ve painted tons of birds, along with misc other animals, all under the name of Sylvan Mist Art– a brand and online social media name that I feel …
Backpacking the Black Forest Trail in PA
The Black Forest Trail is a 43 mile long hiking and backpacking trail, said to be one of the toughest in PA!
Hiking Ricketts Glen Falls Trail
Ricketts Glen state park is one of the most beautiful places in Pennsylvania. If you enjoy hiking and seeing waterfalls, it’s got 22 total, with the highest reaching 94 feet. The area around the waterfalls is called the Glens Natural …
Mixing Watercolors with a Limited Color Palette
Understanding how colors work and how to mix them to get exactly the color you want is a very important skill in painting. Mixing watercolors, or any kind of paint, in the beginning can be a challenge. But, with a …
Backpacking Gear list for Beginners
Here’s a full list of essential information and all the important must haves for a backpacking trip!
Clothes for Backpacking and Hiking
A big list of essential clothing recommendations for multi day backpacking trips and day hiking. Be prepared before you go out!
Choosing your Backpacking Sleep System
Before you buy anything, it’s really important you fully understand all the temperature ratings, materials, and other options available in a backpacking sleep system.
Choosing a Lightweight Tent for Backpacking
If you’re just getting into backpacking, it’s important to understand the basics and learn about all the options out there before purchasing your first tent.