Author Bio

Caitlin Moran

Caitlin Moran is a Seattle-based freelance writer who spent five months camping, tramping and climbing in New Zealand during the 2017-18 summer season. She still misses Griffin’s Krispie biscuits. REI member since 2011.

Stories by Caitlin Moran...

How to Go Backpacking (Tramping) in New Zealand

Caitlin Moran//August 15, 2018

New Zealand is a tiny country that packs a massive amount of scenery into a small amount of land. There’s a reason the “Lord of the Rings” trilogy was filmed he... Read More...

How to Survive Van Life with Your Significant Other

Caitlin Moran//August 10, 2018

From a distance, living with your significant other in a vehicle seems pretty darn romantic. Social media feeds are filled with idealized #VanLife photos—you kn... Read More...

"Dewey Point with El Capitan, Yosemite, California

Why You Should Visit a National Park This Winter

Caitlin Moran//January 5, 2018

Think national parks are just a summer thing? Think again. Sure, access is limited in some places and the weather can be unpredictable, but those who venture in... Read More...