Welcome to our little corner of the woods

I'm Taylor, and this is my dog Hazel — Hazelnut Matilda Brown on her best days, Crazy Hazey on her worst. Together we hike, camp, and eat way too much porridge! This blog is where we keep the good stories.

Latest posts

What's in Hazel's Duffel

Backpack, bowl, and leashes — the small, honest kit that gets Hazel through a trip.
Hazel's First Campout

Nine Mile Canyon, a hike to the petroglyphs, and a sudden Utah thunderstorm.
Camping With Hazel: A Field Guide

The leash policy, the gear, and the ground rules that work with a cattle dog.