The vast natural spaces in Canada are plentiful and stunning. From the open spaces in the prairies to the seaside towns in the Maritimes, the hiking is unforgettable. With so many options how do you decide which to do first? Why not take a road trip across Canada and try them all? This week’s round-up from fellow bloggers gives you …
When you think of National Parks there are a few that immediately come to everyone’s mind. Yellowstone, Sequoia and Arches. They are iconic and each have something special. Yellowstone has Ol’ Faithful, Sequoia has, well, Sequoia’s, huge ones and Arches has Delicate Arch. I know I’m marginalizing the parks and know that there is so much more to these parks …
Canyonlands National Park is made up of multiple sections and is just one of many reasons to visit Utah. It’s so large that it’s impossible to see it all in one day. If you only have one day or are looking for a place to start your journey, I recommend the Islands in the Sky district. This area of Canyonlands …
Capitol Reef National Park, known as the “Pass through Park” of the Mighty 5, was a huge surprise to me. And a good one. One first arrival it seems a bit haphazard, there is one side road to one area or you can stay on the main highway to see other parts. The set up just seems all wrong. But …
Bryce Canyon National Park is my favorite of Utah’s Mighty 5 National Parks. It blew me away with its jaw-dropping views, candy corn colored hoodoos and sweeping vistas. It’s truly unlike any other place on earth. Park History On June 8, 1923 Bryce Canyon National Monument was established to preserve the “unusual scenic beauty, scientific interest and importance.” On February …
Of Utah’s Mighty 5, Zion National Park is probably the most popular and consistently makes the lists of best national parks. So, if you are heading to this famous park make sure you are prepared before you go. Park History The area that is now known as Zion National Park was once hunting grounds for natives before fur trappers and …
Southern New Jersey is like a different world all together. The demarcation between north and south is stark and the Pine Barrens are shrouded in mystery. Its like stepping into a black and white horror film. And Batsto Village lies at the heart of it all. One of my favorite ways to experience the area is to visit the historic …
If you are taking a trip to the Salt Lake City area, or maybe even a neighboring town like Ogden for powder country, make sure to save a day for Antelope Island State Park. Located in the middle of the Great Salt Lake, Antelope Island State Park is the largest island in the lake. And possibly the most surprising. History …
Kyrgyzstan is one of those exotic nations that few people have heard about. Even those few who are aware of this central Asian nation know little about it. However, Kyrgyzstan boasts some of the world’s most beautiful mountain scenery. Approximately 80% of the country is covered by the Tian Shan mountain range. Within this range are found hidden lakes, picturesque …
Instead of the traditional flowers, candy and a candlelight dinner and the constant commercialism surrounding Valentine’s Day, how about going on an adventure instead? These are my recommendations for a Valentine’s Day to help bring you closer together and closer to nature. Have a powder day February 14th falls right in the middle of the snowiest part of winter for …