Climbing Thailand - Railay & Tonsai Beaches

Sea-side climbing at it's finest. Climbing on Tonsai beach and Railay beach was a dream. Such unique features and amazing views.

Mt Moran - Paddle, Hike, Climb, Summit

After 14+ years of driving east on Main St in Rexburg, ID and seeing Mt Moran staring me down from afar, I got to finally stand on its summit. I was very entertained with the fact that it requires paddling across two lakes, backpacking a short but steep distance, and climbing (roped up) to get to the summit. It’s an involved experience and one to always remember.

Elephants in Thailand

While in Thailand during 2017, we spent a day feeding, bathing, riding, and playing with elephants. It is by far the most unique experience we’ve had thus far in all our travels.

For the anti-elephant-riding activists, we hear you. Before this trip, we consumed a lot of your information about how riding elephants has its downsides for the elephants. Because of your love for the elephants, you helped us make wise decisions in making sure we did these things in ethical and humane ways.

Zorbing in Costa Rica

While in Costa Rica during 2021, we stumbled on an opportunity to go ZORBING. What is that you ask? You get put inside a giant inflatable ball and get rolled down a hill. You've got to try it. #SeekOutTheAdventure

Swimming with Turtles - Kauai, Hawaii

Snorkeling along Poipu beach and Anini beach on Kauai, Hawaii did not disappoint. Lots of fish, an eel, and a ton of sea turtles.

What is Via Ferrata?

What is this thing called via ferrata? It means “iron way”. It’s a route of metal rungs and steps along a cliff and you are protected from falling to your death by a metal cable. This particular via ferrata is found in Grenoble, France.

Building a Camper Van for a Family

With six kids, my wife and I have proven that you can still go on crazy awesome adventures and leave behind all the messy, complex, and time-consuming logistics that are usually associated with camping as a family.

Our camper van is a simple one but we built it out to safely transport 8 people, comfortably sleep 8 people, and haul all the gear we need for 8 people.

How Much Cereal Can You Eat?

When you find out that a cereal cafe in your town has an all you can eat option and 70 different flavors...you have to take the kids and see who can eat the most.

Standing on Top of Utah - Kings Peak

For our 4 year anniversary, we decided to summit the tallest peak in Utah with kids. Success and totally worth all the great memories.

We Bought a Cabin

Our next big adventure is one that you can be a part of. We bought a cabin in south-central Idaho and we are welcoming everyone to come and stay at the cabin and make some amazing memories: https://airbnb.com/h/almo-cabin

In Quarantine: Monkey In The Middle performs Livin La Vida Dorka

Monkey in the Middle hasn't played together as a band since 2002. During the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020, they decided to remotely resurrect the band to bring back a classic for everyone to enjoy while in quarantine.

Still Got It After Six Years

6 years ago, I redpointed Route 66, a 5.12a at the Membrane wall in American Fork Canyon, Utah. I remember it being a challenge. This year, we quickly unsent it on my first try. Luckily, I was given some different beta for the roof and I was able to resend it during my second session. This unsend it project is definitely motivating me to keep after it to experience all this progress. It's getting addicting.

A Climbing Deja Vu

I was finally able to repeat the first of 15 of my hardest rock climbing routes (5.12 and harder). I was able to repeat Naked Nebula in about the same amount of attempts and sessions as I did four years ago. That's a good sign. Now it's time to get to work on the remaining 14 routes.

Is Falling A Bad Thing?

I jumped on Naked Nebula, my 11th 5.12 or harder route, to see if I could repeat it and quickly unsent it. Now I need to see if I can re-send it quicker or as quick as when I did in 2015. Wish me luck. If you aren’t falling, you aren’t trying hard enough. #SeekOutTheAdventure

The Plan To Unsend It All

Now that I've put my latest project to rest, I can actually start on unsending all my old 5.12 sends. I have 15 routes to unsend and repeat before the snow starts flying. Let's see if I can do it.

Searching For Dino Bones

If you love dinosaurs and want to see a ton of real dinosaur bones, go to Vernal, UT and visit the Dinosaur National Monument. You'll see enough bones and fossils to last your entire life.