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Alright, listen up, shutterbugs and pixel pushers! You’ve got a camera, a dream, and a bunch of killer shots that could make Ansel Adams jealous. But here’s the kicker - if your personal photography portfolio looks like a hot mess, no one’s gonna stick around to admire your genius. So, buckle up, because I’m about to spill the tea on how to craft a portfolio that actually stands out in the wild jungle of online photography. Why Your Photo Portfolio Tips Need to Be More Than

Prepping for Our Walt Disney World Run Weekend! It’s finally here! We’re leaving for Walt Disney World  in just a day or two, and I can’t believe how fast this trip snuck up on us. We’ve been planning this for about six months, and yet somehow I’m still double-checking everything like it’s the night before finals. Hotels? Check. Flights? Check. Bags? Sort of check. Running gear? Probably scattered around the house somewhere. This trip has been months in the making, and I can’

Alright, buckle up, fellow wanderers! If you’re itching to break free from the humdrum and dive headfirst into some seriously epic family escapades, you’ve landed in the right spot. I’m here to spill the beans on how to turn your next trip into a legendary story you’ll be retelling for years (with a few laughs and maybe a couple of “remember when” eye rolls). Ready to shake up your travel game? Let’s roll. Why Creative Family Travel Ideas Are Your New Best Friend Let’s face i

Sometimes a lake feels like a secret gift from nature—and Juniper Lake  is one of those places. My family and I try to visit every year, but life (and wildfires) has made that a little harder recently. If you follow my blog, you know I often talk about the devastation caused by the Dixie Fire in 2021 . Sadly, Juniper Lake wasn’t spared. Located within Lassen Volcanic National Park , Juniper Lake is not accessible from the park’s two main entrances. Instead, you’ll have to do

Lake Almanor is one of the most popular lakes in Lassen and Plumas counties—beloved by locals and a must-visit spot for travelers. With its sheer size, there’s no way to see it all in one trip! My family’s favorite hangout is near Rocky Point  and the Plumas Pines  area. Sony 6700 with E PZ 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS lens, ISO 100, focal length 50mm, aperture f/5.6, shutter speed 1/400 sec. 📍 How to Get There: 🚗 From Reno, NV : About 170 miles (3 hours) 🚗 From Chico, CA : About

Silver Lake in 2025 four years after the Dixie Fire Have you ever been to a lake that feels small, cozy, and surrounded by the cutest little cabins? That’s Silver Lake  in Lassen National Forest. A few years ago, these cabins were nearly lost in the Dixie Fire , so seeing them still standing today feels like a miracle. That said, the scars of the fire are still visible around the lake, and you’ll often spot locals working hard on brush cleanup. These two photos are taken from

Lassen Volcanic National Park: Snow, Sulfur & a Whole Lotta Burnt Trees Because nothing says “spring hike” like... surprise snowbanks and the lingering scent of egg salad left out too long. Have you ever stood somewhere so jaw-droppingly beautiful it made you gasp — and then you looked around and went, “Oh wow… this place has been through it ”? Welcome to Lassen Volcanic National Park , where Mother Nature’s beauty and fury go on awkward double dates and still somehow make it