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Episode 12 of A Season in Yellowstone.

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Join me on one of Yellowstone’s most iconic trails as I hike to the Grand Prismatic Spring Overlook, wander through quiet lodgepole forest to Fairy Falls, and explore the massive turquoise waters of Excelsior Geyser Crater. This route is a perfect mix of peaceful walking, geothermal wonder, and some of the most unforgettable views in the park.
The day begins above Grand Prismatic Spring, where the colors of the Midway Geyser Basin spread out like a living painting. From there, I continue toward the misty 200‑foot drop of Fairy Falls, before looping out to the powerful, steaming crater of Excelsior. The journey ends back at Grand Prismatic, this time at ground level, where the heat, color, and rising steam create a surreal finale to the hike.
If you love Yellowstone hiking, geothermal landscapes, and slow, immersive nature storytelling, this trail is a classic.

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Carrots at 14,000 Feet

The Colorado mountains never fail to amaze me. With so much wild beauty packed into every ridge and valley, it’s hard to stay home in an armchair for long. Climbing 14,000‑foot peaks like Grays and Torreys, just off I‑70 near Georgetown, is one of those adventures Colorado offers freely to anyone willing to lace up their boots.
In 1997, my husband, John, and a few of his friends set out to climb Torreys Peak via a then little-known route called Kelso Ridge. Mountain goats are common in this high country — these magnificent animals thrive above 11,000 feet — so the group kept their eyes peeled, hoping to spot one along the way.

Kelso Ridge demands real scrambling, and back in ’97 the trail was poorly defined. Every so often, the group drifted off route and found themselves clinging to unexpected rocky ledges. As John neared the top of one such ledge, a sprinkle of dirt fell into his eyes. When he lifted his head level with the ground above, he found himself staring directly at four white legs ending in sharp black hooves.
A mountain goat.

John froze, hanging there precariously, trying to shoo the goat away. It didn’t budge. As he clung to the rock face, weighing his options, he suddenly felt a tug on his backpack. Looking up, he realized the goat had leaned forward and grabbed the pack with its teeth.

He finally managed to scare the goat off and haul himself onto the ledge. Catching his breath, he sat on a rock to wait for the others — only to feel another sharp yank on his pack that sent him tumbling backward into the dust. When he scrambled upright, he saw the same male goat standing nearby, still far too interested in his backpack. Three females watched from a higher vantage point on the slope, as if observing a curious experiment.

Puzzled, John tried to figure out the goat’s strange behavior. Then he remembered: he’d packed carrots for lunch. The scent must have been irresistible to a goat who, at some point, had clearly been fed by a well‑meaning hiker. The animals lingered until John’s friends arrived, then retreated to a safer distance.
For the rest of the climb, the carrot‑obsessed goat appeared again and again, watching John from various rocky perches, no doubt hoping he’d set his pack down long enough for a quick theft.

It became obvious that someone had turned this poor creature into a carrot addict. Encounters like this are exactly why feeding wildlife is illegal in Colorado, under state law. Animals can become dependent on humans, lose their natural caution, or behave unpredictably — none of which is good for them or for us. This goat was harmless, but its behavior was far from normal and certainly not healthy for its long‑term survival.

So if you ever climb Grays or Torreys, and you’re tempted to enjoy a cool, crisp carrot on the summit, you might want to think twice. Better to leave the carrots at home — unless you’re prepared to share them with a very determined goat.

5 months ago (edited) | [YT] | 8

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Hey folks, would you have hiked up here in this wind?

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A continuation of A Season in Yellowstone. In episode six, we drive a section of the Grand Loop from Roosevelt to Mammoth, and along the way we see moose, bears, a wolf, and stop at two different waterfalls. Please join me, and feel free to leave your thoughts below.

6 months ago | [YT] | 4

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Happy New Year, adventurers! 🌿
​As we step into 2026, I’ve been looking back at everything this community achieved over the last year. From the trails we conquered to the quiet moments of connection with the natural world, Adventure Nomad for Nature has grown into something truly special because of you.
​Thank you for sharing your stories, your breathtaking photos, and your commitment to exploring this planet with respect and curiosity. You remind me every day that the best views are the ones shared with a community that cares.
​Here’s to more dirt on our boots, more stars in our eyes, and a year of protecting the wild places we love.
​Where is your first trek of 2026 taking you? Let us know below! 👇

6 months ago | [YT] | 9

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Hi everyone, welcome to my new YouTube Community! Now you can post on my channel, too. To get started, tell me a bit about yourself and where your from.
Visit my Community: youtube.com/@AdventureNomadforNature/community

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Hey everyone, I’m Roxy, and welcome to Adventure Nomad for Nature.
​If you’re the kind of person who believes home is wherever you park it and the best views are the ones you earn on foot, you’re in the right place. On this channel, I’m taking you along on my solo odyssey in the Studley Van—exploring everything from the iconic peaks of the Tetons to the hidden, quiet corners of the wilderness.
​I’m here to share the real, raw beauty of nature—no filters and no fluff. Bringing these stories to life takes time, heart, and a whole lot of trail dust, but I wouldn't have it any other way.
​If you’re a fellow nomad at heart, hit that subscribe button and join our community. Let’s get off the beaten path together!

6 months ago | [YT] | 11

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🚐 Solo Summer Odyssey Part Two – Join me on a breathtaking vanlife journey across the American West!
🌋 From the volcanic landscapes of Lava Beds National Monument
💙 To the sapphire waters of Crater Lake
🌊 Camping near the Rogue River and reaching the wild Pacific Ocean coast
🐋 I share the joy of whale watching, the geology of Shore Acres State Park, and the eerie solitude of camping alone in the woods 🌲🌙.
💡 Along the way, I talk about:
• 🔎 The struggle of finding free camping & boondocking spots along the coast
• 👩‍🦰 The reality of being a solo female traveler in creepy forest camps
• 🌄 The beauty of waterfalls, rugged coastline, and hidden wilderness gems
🦴 Heading east, I explore the John Day Fossil Beds, wander into the Boise National Forest, and soak in the soothing waters of Kirkham Hot Springs ✨.
🎥 This video blends stunning nature cinematography with the raw truth of vanlife—perfect for those who love solo travel, national parks, and authentic nomad adventures.

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