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A discussion with the outdoor photographer.

A Fireside Chat with Cliford Mervil

Cliford Mervil is redefining outdoor photography.
We sat down with Cliford to learn more about his methods, his perfect adventure, and what inspires him to stay out there.
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FS: Where do you find the most ease in the outdoors? What gives you that sense of *exhale*?
CM: I love the desert. It&#8217;s just one of those places. Whenever I&#8217;m driving down to California, I try to take the south routes just so I can stop in the desert for a few days. There&#8217;s nothing out there for miles and it just kind of draws you in. I&#8217;ve been to places where there&#8217;s beautiful big mountains and you can kind of get lost in the mountains – but the desert just makes you think. I find myself reflecting on everything because it&#8217;s just nothing out there and the kind of feeling it brings, just staring into the void.
FS: I think that&#8217;s a perfect way to put it. It&#8217;s almost like that desert landscape is so vast and open that it puts your mind in that same framework. 
CM: Yeah, it just slows you down. Because in the big mountains, there&#8217;s just so much to see – your eyes are all over the place, but out in the desert, it’s just that one point and you can stay in focus. Monument Valley is one of my favorite spots to stop in and just camp out for two days and stand out and think and plan.
FS: You&#8217;ve worked with so many different outdoor brands and gone on these huge trips to the mountains and in these places where really extreme things are happening. What do you think the word “adventure” really means and do you think it’s an approachable concept that anyone can access? How would you define accessible adventure, or maybe redefine it?
CM:  To me, adventure can be anywhere. It can be in your backyard, it can be down the trail. Adventures are just what&#8217;s new to you. An adventure is discovering new things, whether it’s a trail you’ve walked down a million times but you’ve never stopped to take it in, or even your own backyard. Just slowing down and actually looking around and enjoying the place in the moment that you&#8217;re in. 
I do love mountaineering. I love the challenges that it brings and the adventure of having a sense that I&#8217;m doing something I thought was impossible. Or moments like Boundary Waters where you leave everything behind and relax and slow down. To me that&#8217;s also adventure – it&#8217;s whatever you discover that&#8217;s new to you. 
And I do like type two fun. The moments that suck in that moment but later on, you can just kind of laugh at.
FS: It’s refreshing to talk to someone that can see both sides of adventure –the summits that people look at and say “That seems crazy for me” right alongside finding adventure in the ordinary. 
What advice would you give those that are new to the outdoors, or haven’t had that life experience yet of spending time outside?
CM: You need to start small in the outdoors. It doesn&#8217;t have to be somewhere cool just because you see a lot of pictures on Instagram about it. Start small and go out in your own backyard. Go to your local trails, state park, or national forest. Do a lot of research around what you’re about to do so you feel ready. 
Stay tuned for more conversations with Cliford and other outdoor creatives.

You have a Moab weekend getaway on your hands, and a lot of adventure to pack into a short time. Don’t waste a minute by following our itinerary below.
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FRIDAY, 4PM
Head to the front desk to grab your room key. All of our team members are well-versed in the area and can direct you to the trails, guides, and explorations you’re looking for. Take your bags to your Moab guest room and pop them into our clever built-in gear storage. You can take some time to relax in your room after your journey, or head to the lobby or <a href="https://www.fieldstation.com/moab/dining">Gear + Beer</a> for some snacks, community, and great vibes.
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FRIDAY, 6PM
If you’re here for the weekend, chances are there’s something happening on our calendar. Whether you’re looking to learn the must-know climbing knots or join a new product demo with one of our partners, you’re sure to leave one of our flash tutorials with new skills in hand.
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FRIDAY, 7PM
Getting hungry? Visit Little Station Coffee + Kitchen or Gear + Beer for , then visit one of our favorite local restaurants 
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<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><a href="https://miltsstopandeat.com/">Milt’s Stop and Eat</a>: Classic walk-up burger joint with shakes, fries, and burgers galore</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.thespokemoab.com/">The Spoke on Center</a>: Trendy restaurant with American and international cuisine and an emphasis on local ingredients.</li>
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FRIDAY, 10PM
Sleep soundly knowing tomorrow’s going to be epic.
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SATURDAY, 8AM
Head to the lobby and grab your espresso drink of choice at <a href="https://www.fieldstation.com/moab/dining">Little Station</a>. Bring your cuppa to our Adventure Desk for Mappy Mornings, where we’ll go over trail conditions, today&#8217;s weather, and <a href="https://www.alltrails.com/explore/list/field-station-moab-s-top-hikes-5dbc839">our favorite hikes</a>. We can also hook you up with any of our outfitter or rental partners so you can get out there easily.
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SATURDAY, 10AM 
Choose your own Moab adventure! The desert is your oyster, with two national parks just a short drive away, the Colorado River within striking distance, and world-class state parks surrounding you. Check out <a href="https://www.alltrails.com/explore/list/field-station-moab-s-top-hikes-5dbc839">our AllTrails account</a> and the list below for our must-see spots. 
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<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.nps.gov/arch/index.htm">Arches National Park</a>: It might be impossible to see every arch in Arches in one day, but you can certainly try. </li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.nps.gov/cany/index.htm">Canyonlands National Park</a>: Each of the four districts in Canyonlands has its own unique landscape and attractions, so pick the one that interests you the most.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><a href="https://stateparks.utah.gov/parks/dead-horse/">Dead Horse Point State Park</a>: Enjoy breathtaking views of the Colorado River and iconic shots of the river canyons. </li>
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SATURDAY, 3PM
Explore some local history by seeking out Moab rock art. You can see ancient pictographs and petroglyphs at places like <a href="https://www.visitutah.com/places-to-go/parks-outdoors/bears-ears-national-monument/newspaper-rock-and-the-indian-creek-scenic-byway">Newspaper Rock</a> and the Kane Creek Rock Art Panel. Respect those that came before us by not touching the rock or disturbing the historical sites.
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SATURDAY, 5PM
Wash off the day with a dip in our Moab hotel pool (or a soak in our hot tub), or head back to your hotel room for a hot shower. Enjoy live music on the back deck or revisit your favorite brew at Gear + Beer. Or, head into Moab for some local fare.
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SUNDAY, 9AM
Is the weekend over already? Grab some breakfast at <a href="https://www.fieldstation.com/moab/dining">Little Station</a> or head to one of the many Moab breakfast spots:
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<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.doughbirdmoab.com/">Doughbird</a>: This place serves donuts and fried chicken, need we say more?</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><a href="https://gloriascornercafe.com/">Gloria’s Corner Cafe</a>: For those of us that need a green juice to reset after the weekend</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Jailhouse Cafe: True diner style breakfasts with the portions to match</li>
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Whether you’re hitting the road right away or taking the long way home, the adventure doesn’t stop here. We’ll see you next time you want to stay out there.
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