Slightly Adventurous

I’m not your average outdoorsy type.

I don’t wear Patagonia and the North Face religiously.

I don’t live in Birkenstocks and socks;

Nor do I camp in unbearing conditions just for the hell of it.

I roam gardens, explore museums, and dabble in adventure occasionally.

Does that make me a
fraud?
whimp?
newbie?

I would say ‘nay’ to all of the above. I characterize my outdoor endeavors as slightly adventurous. I have no plans to hike Mount Everest, but I would go to base camp, wish all the truly wild folk good luck, and happily explore everything below.

Hiking is not a race or a fitness activity to me.

I take my time.

I take in all the sights and sounds.

I meander around with a camera with the hopes to capture a moment.

Don’t get me wrong, I do go outside my comfort zone from time to time to try new things and reach new heights.

I believe the media plays one narrative. The one where outdoor recreation is extreme and heroically wild. Those stories and ads are inspiring, but it’s a bit much for me.

To be slightly adventurous

means you aim to live with curiosity; to seek fair to middling wonder rather than comfort, to make time for sunshine, to find a place you love, and share it with someone else.

I feel like I just started a new club. Are you going to explore with me?

Brittney Lewis

tRAVELING Artist + Outdoor Enthusiast

ByBrijé is where I share weekend travel guides, trip inspiration and my creative endeavors. I’m currently wandering along the west coast painting colorful landscapes. Come along as I share the magic of the outdoors.

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