Trying to vote in the Texas Primary as a Democrat feels way more complicated this year. The location I’m at has only three stations, another location listed as my polling location is closed.

I won't be able to protest today but you know I will be canceling quite a few subscriptions today.

Pottery has not come naturally to me, and I’m so proud of this wonky little palo santo holder. Raku fired with white crackle glaze. #raku #pottery

Bar open. Valentine Texas Bar, the Diviest Bar in America. We stopped in, had a drink, pet a dog, someone gave us some crystals and we were on our way. It was the stop on a spirited trip that I didn’t know I needed. Completely unexpected and completely joyful. #westtexas #marfa #roadtrip #divebar

A month ago, after a very challenging four months of extreme fatigue, I was diagnosed with Hashimoto’s. I’m medicated and starting to feel back to my normal self but my running routine is absolutely wrecked. Anyone out there successfully running distance with an autoimmune disease? #running

Sadly, it’s been a solid decade since I’ve been a professional outdoor guide. That’s changing this month! I’ve spent the last few years reconnecting with my outdoorsy side, and it feels right to start guiding again. Part time for now… #outdoors #adventure #hiking #biking #canoeing

Where is the wildest place you’ve been? I’d love to see some pictures. For me it was my backing trip through the Paria Canyon. Days in a remote slot canyon, no other people in sight, a little risky, but entirely extraordinary. #backpacking #hiking #canyons #Utah #Arizona

I don’t want to be raptured just yet, there are trails I still have on my bucket list. #rapture

Gracefully jumping into fall. #hiking #camping #nationalparks

The best boy going on 13 with the spirit of a 7 year old. #dogs #blacklabs

It’s weeks like this where it becomes impossible to be a proud Texan. #Texas do better.

Happy World Photography Day to all my fellow photographers on here! It’s a joy to share some of my favorite photos with this wonderful community! I’d love to see yours. Here is a photo from a peaceful camping trip on a ranch in Texas. #worldphotographyday #camping #nightsky #tents

Nothing like a grueling day in the office to be the push to finally start planning that next big adventure? I want something as epic as my last backpacking trip through the Paria Canyon-Vermilion Cliffs Wilderness minus the wagbags… #backpacking #utah #arizona #canyon #hiking #adventure

Idaho you were a complete surprise. It took me 35 years to finally get on a mountain bike, and while I'm sure my health care provider would recommend I lay off, it is becoming my new favorite way to hit the trails. #mountainbiking #idaho #biking #wilderness #photography

Morning meditations. That communal experience of unzipping your tent to see your friends start their mornings is one of my favorite things. Sharing these rituals with each other is such a gift. #camping #sunrise #wilderness #mornings #texas #naturephotography

A hard climb up, navigating switchbacks and aspens to stand in awe of the Tetons. #mountainbiking #tetons #outdoors #mountains #photography

Mind if I reintroduce myself? I’m Matt, currently calling Central Texas my home. When I'm not in the office (brand strategy) 😑 i’m in the woods guiding, hiking, biking, canoeing, and trail running. Follow me for photos of my adventures and lets talk about yours! #nature #outdoors #photography

Decisions and destinations. Surrounding myself with people dedicated to sharing their love of the outdoors with the next generation of adventurers was the best decision I've ever made. #mountainbiking #wilderness #outdoors #photograohy #westvirgina

This little pitstop at Wippoorwill in Mount Lookout, West Virginia on Summersville Lake was the perfect spot to squeeze in some deep water soloing. Solid grippy rock, tons of routes and space. #westvirgina #deepwatersoloing #rockclimbing #outdoorphotography #camping #wilderness

A week exploring New River Gorge National Park and Preserve. Five days of mountain biking with plenty of down time waiting for the rain to stop. I’m stoked for the chance to get out from under the Texas sun and pack under an East Coast forest. #nationalparks #camping #mountainbiking #photography

Consumer Culture or Culture Consumer? #marfa #pradamarfa #publicart #photography

When I was a kid attending a very conservative Roman Catholic grammar school I actively sought out all the banned books I could find. Scared conservative adults will not prevent a new generation of curious, independent thinkers. They are only creating the kindling for the bonfire. #bannedbooks

Middle of Nowhere, Marfa, Texas #westtexas #marfa #desert #sunset #naturephotography #hiking #wilderness

One bedroom, no bathroom with the best views. #camping #naturephotography #birds #wilderness #photography #hiking

The bridge between former Pokemon kid to adult birdwatcher is very short. #birdwatching

Celebrating spring with blooming cherry blossoms at the Buffalo History Museum. The building is the sole surviving permanent structure from the 1901 Pan-American Exposition. #cherryblossoms #photography #flowers #trees #spring #sonyalpha

I want to be the type of person that knows a lot about trees and how to identify them. #goals

I am fading in a way away #poetry #canoeing #camping #nature

It’s the start of wildflower season in Central Texas. A short season that I look forward to each year. This is where I ignore a few responsibilities to take my camera and journal into the woods. #naturephotography #wildflowers #flowers #hiking

Morning fog heavy on the grass bending each blade to greet us with a heavy hearted ‘mornin’ The sun has turned my brown hair blond, and my grey hair grayer. #buffaloriver #poetry #camping #nature #film #outdoors

I am actively surrounding myself with people who want to spend all their free time in the woods and it is creating a wonderful little circle of dirtbags. #hiking #naturephotography #wilderness #Texas #nature #photography

I really like that on Bluesky I can share the closest version of myself, the one that my closest friends see. One that full of an overwhelming awe of nature, scribbled poetry, photography and the call to be a better version of myself. All the little likes are fuel to be that person elsewhere.

The bank of the river The call of birds The distant humming of a better me #hiking #naturephotography #poetry #trees #naturephotography

Happy #blueskymonday. #flower #naturephotography #sunflower

"And now I understand something so frightening & wonderful- how the mind clings to the road it knows, rushing through crossroads, sticking like lint to the familiar." — Mary Oliver #poetry #maryoliver

A cloudy view from the top of Whiteface Mountain in the Adirondacks many moons ago. This was the trip that inspired me to try and hike all 46 peaks in the ADK, which become a small obsession I was sad to leave behind when I moved to TX. 2025 is the year I make my way back. #hiking #wilderness

I love hiking when all the trees are waking up from their winter sleep. 7ish mile hike around Buescher State Park about an hour or so outside of Austin. I can't wait to come back and run this trail. #hiking #trailrunning #nature #35mm #naturephotography #trees

In spring, in Texas, when the days are longer and the seven o’clock sun starts to sings, I wonder what to do with this hole in my chest. What joy will be big enough to fill it? Or rather, what kindnesses I might cobble together to makeshift a patch? #hiking #poetry #naturephotography #trees

“May I be the tiniest nail in the house of the universe, tiny but useful.” - Mary Oliver

My affinity for pine trees grows. #hiking #nature #texasstateparks #landscapephotography #naturephotography #texas #outdoors

For the past few years, I’ve dedicated the day after my birthday to a few hours alone in the woods. It’s a moment to quietly meet myself and think about what my next year should be like. I want to fill 37 with more art, humility, and, of course, copious deep belly laughs. #hiking #nature #35mm

New running sneaker day is one of the best days. #running

The morning breaks, my daily peace treaty with the sky begins. 📍Buffalo National River #camping #wilderness #canoe #paddlecraft #film

Entering my film era with the help of some very talented friends. Explore the sky at Enchanted Rock State Natural Area in Texas. A short but steep hike up a massive and magical pink granite dome. #hiking #enchantedrock #film #texas

A friendly reminder that disposable cameras make a great addition to any camping list. Six days and 60 miles down the Buffalo River. #canoe #camping #wilderness #river #paddlecraft

My first DNF on a very cold and rainy day in Texas. I listened to my body, my knees were having a whole conversation with me, and stopped 20K into a 30K train race. I'm okay with it, I fell a little short but I woke up feeling sore but not in pain. #trailrunning #running

Growing up in Buffalo, NY gave me a love/hate (mostly hate) relationship with snow. But after 5+ years in Texas exploring trails in Big Sky, MT in the snow has been a real treat. Its calm, quiet and such a wonderful break from the true chaos happen outside the woods. #hiking #winter #bigsky

When it freezes in Central Texas and you have to bring all your outside plants inside. Hopefully too many bugs didn't hitchhike their way inside. Office turned botanical gardens? #plants #houseplants

Going on a hike!

If you squint it felt like I was back running along the great lakes. In reality, repeating a three mile loop around a small “lake” in some subdivision in central Texas. Not every run can be a grand adventure, sometimes you just need to get in the miles. #trailrunning #running