This panzanella bread salad is a beautiful, colorful, and easy side dish if you want to fancy up your camping menu with little effort. Traditional Tuscan panzanella is a bread salad that includes tomatoes, basil, mozzarella, and stale bread. For […]
At Escape Adventures, we are always on the cutting edge of tour innovation. The quality and technological advances of electric bicycles this past year has changed the way we think about our tours, locations we go, and routes we take. […]
This no-bake apple crisp is designed to be an afterthought of a dessert. Something so simple it’s hard to think of a reason not to make it. So on your next camping trip, treat yourself to something sweet. What’s really […]
A raw-cut jewel in our national park system if not one of the most awe-inspiring features on Earth, the Grand Canyon’s incomparable majesty sunders nearly 280-miles of Northern Arizona highlands. Find out more about our North Rim of the Grand […]
This chili features onions, yellow bell pepper, poblano pepper, sweet corn, navy beans, and canned green chiles. The “white” part of the chili comes from the addition of milk, which gives it a bit of a creamy texture. If you […]
By THE SOLITARY WRITER · Published May 12, 2020 Every one of us has a travel wishlist or ideas for a bucket list getaways. Most of us have been dreaming of wide-open spaces and hoping that we can safely travel again. While vacation travel […]
By using a cast iron Dutch oven with a lid, you can make nachos no matter where you are. With a Dutch oven, you can place coals or embers on top as well as underneath, allowing you to cook your meal from both […]
Dear Escape Adventurers, Escape Adventures has endured a lot of change over the past 28 years. While the COVID-19 pandemic’s full impacts remain undetermined, I am absolutely certain that the outdoor industry will recover, and I am confident that Escape […]
This French toast recipe is so simple to make and all the ingredients can be stored at room temperature. By using a banana in place of eggs and full-fat coconut milk in place of the milk, you can achieve the same French […]
As discussions begin about reopening states and businesses, the staff at Escape Adventures is diligently working on establishing new protocols to keep you safe when you are finally able to join us on tour again. We will be announcing those […]
By Todd Adkinson · Originally published in Corners of the Country April 26, 2020 The Mustang Trail in Cottonwood Valley offers a quick escape from the neon and glitz of the Las Vegas Strip. (Photo by Tom Adkinson) LAS VEGAS, Nevada – […]
Whether you are cooking over a campfire or just grilling in the backyard, these Chicken Tzatziki Skewers are a great recipe to try out. The bright and tangy tzatziki sauce can be made ahead of time, the quick marinade for […]
At Escape Adventures, we are always on the lookout for tasty snack ideas that would work well on bike tours, day outings, or camping trips. This trail mix comes together pretty easily and gives you a nice blend of both […]
Escape Adventures’ Jen Becker shares a new recipe that she and her family are trying at home this week. We hope you enjoy: IngredientsFor Pancakes1 cup all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder½ teaspoon salt1 cup milk1 Tablespoon canola oil1 large egg, […]
At Escape Adventures, we always look for the silver lining in any situation. As we all do our part and stay home with our families, we recognize the unique opportunity to bond with family members like never before. There are […]
Picture vibrant sandstone walls chiseled by the mighty Colorado River, lit by the evening glow of a desert sunset, and backed by a magnificent range of snow-capped mountains. In the midst of Utah’s Canyon Country, Moab’s backcountry provides the perfect […]
Start out by mixing your french toast batter. You want those yolks and whites to be completely integrated before adding the milk, so you get a smooth and consistent batter. Add the milk and spices and stir to combine. Once […]
Soaring red stone spires and ancient citadels of rich Navajo sandstone give way to haunting hoodoos and curving arches of rock, a geologist’s and adventurer’s dream come true. Located where the Southern Wasatch Range meets the Colorado plateau, scientists call […]
Roam America’s largest national park outside Alaska: 3,373,063-acre Death Valley National Park. Despite its rather foreboding name, Death Valley represents a stellar trekking destination. Hikers and bikers, climbers to rock hounds come to marvel at Spring’s astounding wildflower blooms, not […]
So if you’re stumped on what to make on your upcoming camping trip or backyard BBQ, relax! This is one of those super-simple, low-stress dinners that everyone is going to love. We love these grilled cilantro lime chicken tacos because: […]
Escape Adventures offers an exciting 3 day bike tour in the heart of Utah’s backcountry. Whether from Brian Head’s lofty peak, or Gooseberry’s majestic mesa, this supercharged trip lends all-access to the staggering vistas and world-class backcountry mountain biking around […]
Jared Fisher, “Director Of Everything” at Escape Adventures/Las Vegas Cyclery, recounts his solo journey on his bike across the USA in just 18 days.
There are few occasions that can’t be made better with a bottle of wine. But during the winter months, we find ourselves searching for something a little cozier. Enter warm mulled wine, or glühwein as it’s called in Germany. This spiced red […]
Upgrade your grilled cheese game with this apple bacon grilled cheese sandwich! Stuffed with white cheddar, sweet seasonal apples, and crispy bacon, this is the quick and easy lunch idea you’ve been waiting for. Making grilled cheese is usually a […]
Escape Adventures offers an exciting multi-sport bike tour of the White Rim and Cataract Canyon. Known the world over, Utah’s 100-mile White Rim Trail in Canyonlands National Park comes on like a natural rollercoaster, looping in and out of a […]
Our friends at Fresh Off the Grid structured the recipe to make it as simple as possible, while also using just a single skillet. The first step is to fry up some bacon in your skillet. Doing this will render […]
Nicknamed “Surf City”, Santa Cruz’s identity ranges from a college town, distinctive for its thriving counterculture, to big Redwood-groves, omnipresent greenbelts, and barking sea lions. Our trip leans towards organic farms, the flourishing artisanal beer and wine scene, as well […]
This dish feels extra fancy but couldn’t be simpler to prepare. In fact, you can prep part of this meal at home ahead of time. So when the sun starts to set and your campmate asks what’s for dinner, you […]
Tucked away into the most remote section of wonderfully secluded Canyonlands National Park, The Maze is one of the biggest and best of the last: a rarely traveled, wholly inaccessible wilderness. Among the wildest, least trammeled landscapes of size in […]
What happens here stays here. It’s a sure bet that most people’s “Las Vegas-moment” probably didn’t include an immersion in the wilds, or extend to some go-big outdoor adventure. But we’re playing a strong hand. In the know Las Vegans […]
Apple Cinnamon Pancakes Ingredients Mix the dry ingredients (flour, sugar, baking powder, salt) at home and place them into a resealable container. A mason jar or any hard-sided container with a gasket lid works great to keep moisture out. Once […]
While big swathes of North America deals with snow and icy roads, we consider our great fortune: to enjoy exemplary outdoor wintertime adventure in the heart of the Mojave Desert, from Death Valley National Park to Red Rock Canyon. Roam […]
Central Utah has one of the largest stretches of true backcountry left in the nation. This area remained uncharted until the mid-1800s and still harbors many natural treasures yet to be discovered. From the alpine heights of Dixie National Forest […]
CAMPFIRE VEGETARIAN CHILI Start by making your chili in the Dutch oven over the campfire. We sautéed our onions with a little olive oil, before adding our beans, tomatoes, green chiles, tomato paste, and spices. While that simmered away, we […]
Moab’s backcountry provides the perfect setting for your road bike / multi-sport adventure. At Arches, we’ll hike through a geological wonderland, where natural exhibits of pinnacles, arches, pedestals, and balancing rocks seem to defy the laws of physics. Contrasting colors, […]
To capture as many Thanksgiving classics as possible, this recipe was designed to be an assembly of sides. But thankfully it only requires you to boil a single pot of water. Most of the water is used to rehydrated instant […]
Don’t expect to see wilderness, expect to experience wilderness. While big swathes of North America deals with snow and icy roads, we consider our great fortune: to enjoy exemplary outdoor wintertime adventure in the heart of the Mojave Desert, from Death […]
With bright, tropical flavors, these Pineapple Chicken Kabobs are an easy, fuss-free camping meal perfect for grilling! Kabobs are one of the easiest meals to cook over a campfire. Just chop ingredients into pieces, skewer with a stick, and place […]
Escape Adventures offers a luxury road bike tour of the Rocky Mountains. From the rusty brown of the semi-arid lowlands, to the green, gold, and purple of alpine wildflower meadows, our Colorado road bike tour provides you with a great […]
Escape Adventures offers an exciting California and Nevada mountain bike excursion around Lake Tahoe and the Lost Sierra Mountains. Featuring day long singletrack descents, this bike tour is rated at a fitness and technical level of 3-5 making it a […]
Chilaquiles is an easy camping breakfast – crispy tortillas simmered in a spicy tomato sauce and topped with a few eggs. It takes less than 30 minutes to make, and it’s vegetarian, too! Breakfast is a daily routine that camping […]
by Christina Palassio A visit to the Grand Canyon that doesn’t involve elbowing your way through crowds to get a view, or booking a year in advance to get a room? Yes, it’s possible. Just shift your sights to the […]
A Swedish Fire Log – also referred to as a Swedish Torch or Canadian Candle – is a highly efficient campfire for cooking. First developed by the Swedish army during the Thirty Years War, this type of campfire requires just […]
It’s often said Europe has too much history, while America simply has space. Yet, trekking along the Rio Grande and New Mexico’s highest peak, Mount Wheeler brings the vestiges of 700-year old civilizations into sharp relief. In addition to exploring […]
Explore some of Colorado’s finest sights on Escape Adventures’ Crested Butte mountain bike tour. Day 1: Meet in Gunnison, south of Aspen, at Colorado’s western mid-latitudes. We shuttle north 28-miles, to Crested Butte (pop. 1487; elev. 8885-ft). Occupying less than one […]
How I learned to mountain bike on the rim of the Grand Canyon BY CHRISTINA PALASSIO We are wet. We are wet like the wet you get when you’re being blasted by a fire hose. Wring-your-underwear-out wet. I have a […]
by CHRISTINA PALASSIO · Originally published in The Globe and Mail October 15, 2019 A visit to the Grand Canyon that doesn’t involve elbowing your way through crowds to get a view, or booking a year in advance to get a room? […]
One of the best ways to serve eggs to a group is in the form of a frittata. This classic Italian breakfast dish is easy to make, requires little active cooking time, and can be customized to fit the flavor […]
My life changed this summer. I’ll tell you what happened… I bought a mountain bike! After biking for just over 3 months I got the opportunity to go on a tour with Escape Adventures in the Grand Canyon. A dream […]
In honor of Octoberfest, we wanted to share this special beer brat recipe from our friends at Fresh Off the Grid. In a cast-iron skillet, we dump the entire container of sauerkraut, pour in half a beer, mix in some […]
Indian Creek and Lockhart Basin, Trail of the Ancients. East of the Colorado River, the Needles District of 330,000-acre Canyonlands National Park is named for the rock pinnacles that loom over the Southeast Utah landscape like an enormous succession of […]
In a move being heralded by the electric bicycle community, e-bikes are now permitted to ride in all national parks on any trails open to pedal bicycles. The new decree came in the form of an order signed under the […]
Escape Adventures offers an exciting fall bike tour in Colorado. In the smartly preserved Victorian town of Durango, cycling isn’t merely an activity… it’s a lifestyle. Cycling’s roots and colorful lineage here, in what’s known as Colorado’s wildflower capital date […]
This homemade beef jerky recipe is a sweet and savory snack for your next adventure! The fresh teriyaki marinade loads the jerky with tons of great flavor, and it couldn’t be easier to make. 1 pound eye of round or […]
Enjoy a fall or winter time retreat to Americas Southwestern prize – Tucson. Since Arizona gained statehood 106-years ago, five different flags have flown over Tucson: the American, Spanish, Mexican, Confederate and the sunrays- over-copper-star Arizona state flag. But given […]
Cashew Chicken Salad Wrap Ingredients Pre-Cooked Chicken: You can use chopped home-cooked chicken breast (stored in a small tupperware) if you’re taking this wrap on a day hike, or bring along a pouch of chicken if you’re planning this as a backpacking meal. […]
Escape Adventures’ 3-day weekend tour of Gooseberry Mesa and Zion is a perfect late summer and fall tour through the heart of Utah. Combining mountain biking and hiking along with first-class camping, this tour is a favorite among our regulars. […]
How to Make Tropical Fruit Roll Ups In a blender or food processor, blend together all the fruit and the juice of half a lemon, which will add a little bit of acid to brighten up the flavor and maintain […]
Ride Phoenix and the BCT. From the South Mountain Preserve, the second largest municipal park in the world, and McDowell Mountain (27-miles northeast of Phoenix) on the edge of Southern Arizona’s urban hub—or PHX—to the world-renowned Black Canyon Trail, this […]
If you’re looking for the perfect portable camping snack this summer, look no further than these vegan S’mores Bars! This vegan s’mores bar recipe is a great hiking snack. Using vegan marshmallows & graham crackers, dark chocolate, oats, and dates, […]
Escape Adventures offers a challenging mountain bike tour on the Kokopelli trail. The legend of Kokopelli begins near present day Grand Junction, Colorado (195-miles west of Denver), at the confluence of the Colorado and Gunnison rivers. Known in Native American […]
The original cookbook recipe calls for chicken thighs to be marinated in a refrigerator overnight with white wine, olives, capers, prunes, and a bunch of amazing ingredients. Then, the chicken is supposed to be patted with brown sugar and baked […]
Escape Adventures’ Escalante road bike tour is not one to be missed. Central Utah has one of the largest stretches of true backcountry left in the nation. This area remained uncharted until the mid-1800s and still harbors many natural treasures […]
When it comes to campfire Dutch oven recipes, enchiladas is one of the easiest places to start. The reason being: there’s not a whole lot of actual cooking going on. Sure, you are warming ingredients and melting cheese, but that’s […]
Brian Head Mountain stands magnificently, reaching 11,307 feet high above wildly scenic southern Utah. This broad and burly pinnacle is home to Utah’s highest ski and mountain bike resort. Riding in Brian Head translates into long, vertical-mile descents set in […]
Hot dogs are a campfire classic. Perhaps one of the most iconic examples of camping food. And for good reason too. Since they’re technically precooked, hot dogs are by far the lowest stake meat to cook over a fire. They’re […]
Picture yourself cruising all day, thoroughly gassed but still blissed out by a beautiful road ride that truly took your measure. Before you can kick off your cycling shoes, you’re led to a freshly prepared, scrumptious dinner. Beyond that multicourse […]
While traditionally baked in an oven, our frittata recipe can be made right over a campfire using a cast iron skillet and lid. No oven needed! If you’re looking for a hearty car camping breakfast, look no further than this […]
The Western Slope of the Rocky Mountains has forever been called, The Real Colorado. Evoking the dramatic sweep of a Swiss or Austrian backdrop, this side of The Centennial State hosts the highest number of 14’ers. All that breathtaking vert has […]
Sweet potatoes paired with some local granny smith apples, sweet and delicious. We can’t believe we hadn’t tried this combination before! While the sweet potato and apple play great together, the ingredient that really pulls the dish together is black […]
Come and experience one of our flagship mountain bike tours at Escape Adventures, the White Rim Trail. Known the world over, Utah’s 100-mile White Rim Trail in Canyonlands National Park comes on like a natural rollercoaster, looping in and out […]
Our friends at Fresh Off the Grid developed this tofu scramble for themselves as sort of a behind-the-scenes working meal. They needed something quick and easy to eat for breakfast BEFORE starting their day working on more time-intensive projects. Since […]
While North Dakota might immediately conjure up images of brutal whiteouts and bitter cold, summers here are perfectly comfortable. With average temperatures in the upper 70s, the Maah Daah Hey Trail (140-miles west of Bismarck, the state capital) consistently provides […]
At Escape Adventures, we believe that a good breakfast is the only way to start your day. We also think that getting the whole family involved on your adventure is the only way to go. So with that in mind, […]
Explore the mountain bike capital of the world with Escape Adventures. Even if you’ve never visited Moab (pop. 5000) before, you’ve very likely seen it. About 245-miles south of Salt Lake City, Moab and its dramatic surroundings served as the […]
Portable, packable, and loaded with calories, trail mix has been a favorite of hikers and backpackers for generations. It’s the perfect on-the-go snack to get you through to the next meal. Whether you like it crunchy, salty, sweet, or spicy, […]
Explore the Pacific coast with Escape Adventures on our Oregon Coast road bike tour. This 6 day tour is rated at a fitness level of 2-3 making it a perfect option for beginners up to expert cyclists. This road bike […]
6 Quick Tips for Grilling Burgers 1. Keep Everything Cold Until the burger patties are formed, it’s important to keep the ground beef as cold as possible. Ground beef is full of fat, especially if you’re using 80% lean, which […]
Escape Adventures offers the perfect summertime singletrack mountain bike tour at Mount Hood. The sight of Oregon’s Mount Hood (53-miles east of Portland) can be something of a revelation. First spotted by Lewis and Clark in 1805, and often compared […]
Link to full photo article is HERE… There are two types of experience in Las Vegas: that of a tourist and that of a local. Few tourists venture off the Strip, as there truly is no need. Likewise, you won’t […]
Our friends at Fresh off the Grid love one pot camping meals and this simple One Pot Pesto Pasta just might be their favorite yet. All you need is a skillet and a single burner camp stove to get started. […]
Escape Adventures offers a spectacular summer Grand Tetons road bike tour Day 1: From our rendezvous spot in Idaho Falls, we shuttle a brisk if enjoyable 145-miles to the National Oregon/California Nature Center (Montpelier, Idaho). After taking in the experience of […]
When it comes to campfire Dutch oven recipes, enchiladas is one of the easiest places to start. The reason being: there’s not a whole lot of actual cooking going on. Sure, you are warming ingredients and melting cheese, but that’s […]
Explore beautiful Canadian trails with Escape Adventures on our Rossland Singletrack mountain bike tour. Just over the border from Washington State, Rossland, British Columbia has come to be known as “the mountain bike capital of Canada”. Surrounded by five Canadian […]
While it’s commonly asserted that oatmeal “sticks to your ribs”, we find it does quite the opposite when we’re out backpacking. Instant oatmeal packets are definitely one of the easiest hot backpacking breakfasts you can make out on the trail […]
Escape Adventures offers a very special Wine Country Weekend road bike tour of California. From Sonoma, to Napa Valley, through redwoods and on to the coast, this unique bike tour is suited perfectly for groups, couples, business outings. At a […]
By Jacki Ueng · Originally published in Bohemian Vagabond June 3, 2019 Biking tours are one of my favorite ways to explore a new destination. It allows you the flexibility, the freedom and the opportunity to cover distances while out in the […]
Another great recipe from our friends at Fresh Off the Grid: When we’re camping in the backcountry, we often find ourselves missing certain textures. Most backpacking foods invariably take on a soft, mushy texture. (Think protein bars, oatmeals, boil-in-bag meals). […]
By Rob Reed · Originally published in Forbes May 30, 2019 There are two types of experience in Las Vegas: that of a tourist and that of a local. Few tourists venture off the Strip, as there truly is no need. Likewise, […]
Escape Adventures
Since 1992, we at Escape Adventures have been blessed to shape and lead adventure travel vacations through some of the most awe-inspiring natural destinations in the world. Each successive season, our passion for adventure grows through memorable moments with our guests. Fresh air, faith, fitness and friends are the building blocks for our ventures, the treasured experiences that keep us moving forward. For those of you who have trekked and traveled with us over the past quarter century, Heather and I express our sincerest gratitude. The memories are priceless.
For those who have yet to tour with us, we appreciate the opportunity to introduce you to our family-run company and guiding principles of sustainability and adventure. Our portfolio specializes in Western North America and is rapidly growing internationally. Building on over 100 destinations, we cater to the full spectrum of active traveler, respective to fitness level and activity type. From road cyclist to mountain biker to electric biker, hiker, and multi-sport enthusiast, and from first-timer to friends and family groups of all ability levels, on behalf of our Escape Adventures family, we look forward to many new and exciting adventures with you.
With much gratitude, and happy trails,
Jared and Heather Fisher
Founders and Owner-Operators
Escape Adventures
