Author: Rebecca Hext

Rebecca Hext is one of the authors writing for Outdoor Revival

Camping guide to Big Sur, California

Rebecca Hext

Once Big Sur is back up and running after the harsh winter California had this year, it will be buzzing with visitors! Using this guide…

Travel guide – Hood River, Oregon

The small northern Oregon town of Hood River is full of outdoor enthusiasts. Located on the Columbia River and within 30 minutes of the mountains,…

Visitors guide to Smith Rock State Park, Oregon

Smith Rock History The creation of Smith Rock State Park was a slow and steady one. Around 30 million years ago a large caldera was…

Spending a Summer in Mammoth Lakes, California

Rebecca Hext

When most people think about the Mammoth Lakes in California, scenes of powdery mornings and frosty noses come to mind. However, Mammoth Lakes has a variety…

The life and times of Smokey the Bear

The Need for a Mascot After the Big Blowup in 1910, a devastating wildfire that burned nearly three million acres of land, the United States…

Top 5 half marathons in California

If you love running but can’t dedicate enough time to training for a full marathon, a half marathon is still a great way to challenge…

Hikers guide to hot spring etiquette

Visiting natural hot springs has become very popular since the rise of social media platforms. However, there is more you need to know about hot…

Top 5 universities for outdoor enthusiasts

Rebecca Hext

Looking for a university that suits your academic and outdoor leisure interests? Check out these four-year colleges that are set in ideal locations for outdoor…

Poetry books to bring out on the trail

Reading while backpacking and camping is an ideal pastime for many hikers. Being alone in the wilderness is a great time to sit down for…

5 Easy outdoor activities for indoor people

Rebecca Hext

  We all have that one friend that hates getting sweaty and despises the idea of walking uphill for two hours. Whether you or your…