Oregon Coast icon near Cannon Beach. My personal guide to quick, intermediate, and all-day hikes. Includes old-growth, creeks, beach, cliff views, and nature’s magic.
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I’m your host, Matthew Kessi — So glad you’re here
I am a travel writer, nature photographer, naturalist, and mystic with a rich connection to the natural world. I’ve invested a lifetime guiding myself and others through nature and can help you find just the right tools to build your relationship with the salve of the organic world – in ways that will transform your life. My content offers a unique knowledge of the intersection between travel, nature, and spirit.
Recent articles about Travel + Nature + Spirit
10 Oregon Coast hikes to reclaim the soul
The ten best Oregon Coast hikes to balance time with the spirits of nature. All my local knowledge, includes videos, interactive maps, and photos.
25 Hidden Oregon and Washington hotels — unique places to stay
I’ve done the work for you — locating and vetting 25 hidden Oregon and Washington hotels won’t appear in usual online searches of places to stay in the Pacific Northwest.
How to make a nature connection in Seattle’s Ravenna Park.
A how-to guide, including my favorite mystical places, bridges you to a Ravenna Park nature connection with Seattle’s iconic ravine wilderness.
