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Active Adventure People

Family Adventures
Ruth Bergman share her family’s most exciting outdoor journeys with kids—paddling, hiking, cycling, and exploring the world together. From thrilling kayak trips to epic treks, adventure is best experienced as a family.


Off the Beaten Path in the Southwest: Active Adventures Along Utah’s Scenic Highway 12
Ruth Bergman takes you on a journey along Utah’s legendary Highway 12 — biking Escalante to Boulder over the Devil’s Backbone, hiking through hoodoos, slot canyons, waterfalls, and arches, and uncovering hidden gems from Red Canyon to Capitol Reef. An Active Adventure of big climbs, quiet trails, and unforgettable desert landscapes.

Ruth Bergman
Sep 1213 min read


Orcas, Porpoises, and Paddles: A Weekend Kayak Escape in the San Juans
Ruth Bergman shares a weekend of active adventure in the San Juan Islands—complete with orca sightings, porpoises in the wake, and a beginner-friendly kayak trip that sparked a deeper passion for paddling. A short family getaway that led to lasting memories.

Ruth Bergman
Aug 64 min read


Rafting the Grand Canyon: A Journey Carved in Time
Join Ruth Bergman on a remarkable river rafting journey through the Grand Canyon, where geology, history, and adventure meet. From navigating rapids to hiking ancient trails, this rafting Grand Canyon trip offers an unforgettable active adventure through time and stone.

Ruth Bergman
Jun 1315 min read


In Thin Air: Backpacking the Four Pass Loop
Backpacking the Four Pass Loop with my son was more than a multi-day hike—it was a journey through wild terrain, shared memories, and personal milestones. From the familiar shores of Maroon Lake to the high alpine passes that tested our endurance, this iconic loop in Colorado's Elk Mountains delivered challenge and beauty in equal measure.

Ruth Bergman
Apr 309 min read


A Grand Canyon Family Hike: Camping, Nature, and the Mystery of the Pink Rattlesnake
Our family’s Grand Canyon adventure was unforgettable

Ruth Bergman
Mar 115 min read
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