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Have a passion for all things volcanic?

You're in the right place.

Lainey La Shay crouches near an active lava flow on Kilauea, surrounded by hardened black volcanic rock with glowing orange lava visible beneath the surface.

"If you love it enough, anything will talk with you."

George Washington Carver was right when he said those words.

But listening can take patience, and courage, and the ability to stretch ourselves beyond what we thought possible. 

 

But once we hear the secrets whispered to us, we can write them down and share the lessons we’ve learned with others. We can bring knowledge, progress, perspective, and hope. 

 

The Pyroclastic Pen aims to do just that. Through endless hours spent on volcanic landscapes and studying the latest research, I hope to bring you the untold stories of countless volcanoes. 

 

I’m Lainey La Shay. Come with me on these volcanic adventures and discover stories of volcanic wonder beyond your wildest imagination.

© Copyright 2025 Lainey La Shay LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Disclaimer: Please use extreme caution when hiking on any volcano. Volcanoes are extremely unpredictable and the outcome could be deadly. Please use safety precautions and bring the appropriate safety equipment. Always tell someone your location. Do not cross boundaries that have been established by the authorities, and if you are not sure or feel unsafe, DON’T DO IT.