What and Where is Hells Canyon? Hells Canyon! The name alone is a bit intriguing. In July 2015 I set out on a solo trip to join an outfitter group to river raft the mighty Snake River for a 5 day trip through Hells Canyon. Hells canyon is the deepest gorge in North America, even…
Biltmore Estate Photo Tour
On a trip to North Carolina, we made a visit to the Biltmore and loved this amazing place, not just the Biltmore itself, but also at the beauty of the area.
A Rough Hike up the Bright Angel Trail at the Grand Canyon
Sometimes hikes are not the perfect scenario we have in our mind and become more difficult than planned. In May, 2018, I found this to be true, and due to many factors, my hike up the Bright Angel Trail at the Grand Canyon was much more difficult than it needed to be. Thanks to the generosity of strangers, this hike was all the more special.
Downtown Chicago, So Much to See.
Downtown Chicago has so much to see within walking distance. The Lake Front Trail, Chicago Bean, and Chicago River are all great places to explore. We spent 24 hours in Chicago and enjoyed the busy city life along with visiting family.
Exploring Maquoketa Caves
The Marquoketa Caves in Iowa are a fun place to visit and explore. There are many caves throughout the park and are connected through various trails.
Our Black Hills Hiking and Road Trip-Part 3
The Black Hills in South Dakota have amazing hiking trails with unusual yet beautiful rock formations along with fun and picture perfect scenic drives. This is the last post in a series of three about our South Dakota Trip.
Our Black Hills Hiking and Road Trip-Part 2
Visiting the Black Hills is a great adventure. Along with seeing Mt. Rushmore and viewing wildlife, we also hiked to the highest peak in South Dakota. Once to the top of the peak, we climbed an old fire watch tower, so much to see!
Our Black Hills Hiking and Road Trip-Badlands
Black Hills in South Dakota is a great place for a road trip. We enjoyed hiking, site seeing, watching buffalo herds and even some kayaking. This is the first is a 3 part series. We also visited The Badlands and Scots Bluff Nebraska.
Saint Mary’s Glacier Hike
Saint Mary’s Glacier hike in Colorado is a beautiful hike near Idaho Springs, just an hour drive from Denver. The hike itself is an out and back 1.5 mile round trip.
My Favorite Travel Accessories
Great travel accessories help make a great vacation. Everyone has their own favorites. It took me a long time of trial and error before I found which travel accessories work best for me.
Historic Yates Mill, Raleigh, North Carolina
Yates Mill is a beautifully restored mill just 5 minutes from downtown Raleigh. Built around 1750 by a pond along a stream it was the perfect place for an early morning walk.
Our Rocky Mountain National Park Trip
We were off for another Colorado Road Trip. This time to Rocky Mountain National Park experiencing both short and long hikes along with beautiful scenery and a stay at the Stanley Hotel.
My Favorite Colorado Road Trip
A Colorado road trip is always exciting. This one includes lots of exploring, hiking and many beautiful places!
What to Wear on a Long Mountain Day Hike
Wondering what to wear on a long mountain day hike? Dressing in layers is key for comfort since the weather can change suddenly. There are many choices. I have covered the basics and included my favorites.