Miriam Gersdorf is a Utah-based hiker, outdoor adventurer, and content creator behind the social media account @explore.hike.teach. Her passion is exploring Utah and inspiring others to get outdoors and discover their next favorite adventure.  She has been adventuring around Utah for 30 years, exploring the national parks and off-the-beaten-path locations.  She advocates for responsible recreation and empowers others to get outside and on the trails.  When not hiking, she teaches reading intervention at a local elementary school, spending time with her family and indulging in a good book or disaster movie. In this episode we will be covering everything you need to plan your dream vacation to the iconic Zion National Park. We will cover Best time to visit Zion National Park How long should I visit Zions for? Transportation in Zions Food around ZIons Where to stay around ZIons Weather in Zions Family friendly hikes in Zions Beginner hikes in Zions Intermediate hikes in Zions Advanced hikes in Zions What hikes require permits in Zions? How to avoid crowds in Zions Itinerary for Zion National Park What are the most popular hikes in Zions?