Welcome
I really started The Outdoor Gems to share outdoor experiences through photography and storytelling to inspire more people to get outside. If more people got outdoors; took a walk, hike, went snowboarding, sat around a campfire, and surfed in the ocean, I think the world would be a better place.
-Jeremiah
Greatest Places to Go
Buying a skateboard, Everything you need to know and how to Grip your first Board
With summer in full swing and skateboarding being in The Olympics this year, I figured a lot more people; upcoming youth, adults who once participated, snowboarders, surfers, etc. would be interested in trying skateboarding or getting back into it. What’s great is skating has a fairly low cost of entry and you can do it practically anywhere, with the majority of skateparks being free. Complete skateboards average around
Leadville Colorado, How to spend a Four day weekend
Looking to check out a hidden Colorado area that has lots of cool outdoor recreation and history? Although places like Rocky Mountain National Park, Aspen, Crested Butte, and Telluride are amazing, it’s always nice to visit somewhere new that still has a lot of cool activities to offer. Less than two hours from Denver is a small Colorado mountain town with..
Hocking Hills Ohio, A three day Itinerary
Ohio, located in the midwest part of the United States is known mostly for sports, open fields, and of course not much elevation gain. However! there’s actually a number of cool outdoor places if you’re willing to seek them out. Hocking Hills state park is a southern Ohio Gem with a number of cool trails that will take you
A Beginners Guide to your First Back country Hut Trip
Alright so you finally purchased a splitboard or touring set up for skiing and you’ve always wanted to do a winter hut trip with some friends. A hut trip is a great way to
Everything to know about Wolf Creek Ski Resort, A complete Guide
Located in Southern Colorado, Wolf Creek is a hidden gem off the beaten path just outside of South Fork and Pagosa Springs. This mountain region will produce snow storms that no other
Everything to Know for a Trip to Steamboat Ski Resort
Alright it’s winter and your interested in taking a snowboard (or ski) trip to Colorado. Well one of the best hidden gem resorts is located Northwest of Denver in the Yampa Valley. Right on the continental divide, Steamboat Springs is a small town and only ten minutes from the ski resort. Averaging over
Aspen Colorado, A complete guide to hiking Highlands Bowl
The infamous Highlands bowl, located in Aspen Colorado is one of those resort hikes where the juice is definitely worth the squeeze. A friend once quoted that it’s probably the best inbounds terrain you’ll be able to ride in Colorado and the closest you’ll get to
Snowboard Tuning, How to wax and take care of your board from Home
It’s that time of year where the lifts are spinning at your local ski resort, new gear is hitting the stores, and you might be looking to tune that snowboard that has been sitting in the garage all summer long. There’s actually a lot you
Top 11 Best Things to do In Twin Lakes Colorado
It’s no secret that Colorado has some of the best camping and outdoor recreation, with numerous places to explore all over the state. A favorite that is a great spot to spend a day or weekend is Twin Lakes! In between Leadville and Aspen, the actual town is
Twin Lakes Colorado, A Complete Guide to the Interlaken Trail
Alright so you’re in Colorado and are looking for a cool historic hike to do. Well, the one unique thing about Colorado other then the amazing outdoor recreation is the historic background a lot of the small towns have. One of these
Best Late Fall Hikes in Colorado
Fall is honestly one of the best seasons in Colorado. Prices drop…
Meet Jeremiah
Growing up, I loved being outside. I took a lot of cool trips with my family, whether it was camping, going to the beach, road trips, and national parks. Even though I didn’t fully appreciate those experiences at the time, as I got older I started getting more into the outdoors and traveling, reconnecting with my past. The feeling of traveling or going somewhere new always seems to give a sense of excitement or adventure.
Snowboarding and boardsports in general have been a passion of mine for over 20 years. I always loved the culture that came with it; from local retail shops to magazines and videos, to riding with friends as well as geeking out on the latest gear, it’s all part of the experience. After working in snowboard/outdoor gear shops for the past decade along with traveling to different outdoor places, I decided to put all of that experience in digital form to inspire and connect with other people.