A Bit Smitten

We rounded out our tour of Massachusetts with our last night in Cape Cod at Shawme Crowell Campground. Of course you can’t stay in a small adorable town like Sandwich and not stop at local ice creamery. Before heading back to our campsite, we sat on the front lawn and I enjoyed my peanut butter…

D.C. or Bust

We don’t travel to many cities on this trip, primarily because being a solo city-goer with a dog really limits your experience. So instead of dwelling on it, I stick to things we love which means outdoor adventures. But this time around, we are staying with friends in the beautiful state of Maryland so that means,…

The Magic of Shenandoah

I spent a memorable 3 days at Shenandoah National Park and I’m so happy I did. Originally it wasn’t even on my radar or on my impromptu itinerary, until I started heading north and did a little research. My expectations were set pretty low, solely due to my lack of area knowledge. My camp spot was on the…

East Coast

After spending the week on the Outer Banks of North Carolina and not seeing any horses (Insert Sad Face), it was time to leave the coast and head inland with a final destination of Shenandoah National Park.  I had a few days to kill before that so I picked a spot on the map and…

On The Road Again

Our first week back on the road is in full swing and we are stoked! Our new tent (Mountain Hardware Optic 2.5) is amazing and has withstood the rain every night this week… thank goodness! There is something about the rain on a tent that is so peaceful which could be why I’ve had some…

Decision Made

It’s been hot and I know my mom has said that about 1,000 times over the last month but now it’s my turn.  I grew up in Portland, Oregon where it is cool almost every day. The first night I jumped out of the car after panting through my first really humid night only to throw up three times,…

A Look Back – Week 12

Most Breathtaking –  Sunset from the Old Bahia Honda Bridge in the Keys  • Runner-up – The monkeys and the clear water of Silver Springs Coolest (Worth a Trip) – Bahia Honda State Park Most Surprising – The warm water of the Florida Keys Favorite Town I Have Never Heard of – Saint Augustine National Parks Visited – Everglades Highlight – Spending time with my cousin Kevan  • Runner-up – Driving through…

A Look Back – Week 11

Most Breathtaking – Sunset on Grand Isle, Lousiana  • Runner-up – The white sand beaches of Pensacola, Florida Coolest (Worth a Trip) – Wakulla Springs, Florida Most Surprising – The wildlife in Florida Favorite Little Town I Have Never Heard of – Mathews, Lousiana National Parks Visited – Gulf Islands National Seashore Most Uncomfortable Moment – Sleeping in the heat Biggest Achievement – Adjusting to the environment and figuring…

A Look Back – Week 10

Most Breathtaking – Sunset over Lady Bird Lake in Austin, TX Coolest (Worth a Trip) – Barton Creek Greenbelt Most Surprising – Austin is so runner and biker friendly with paths and trails all over the city Highlight – Happy Hour with the girls New Friend – I met an awesome new friend in Austin named Eric who coincidently grew up in my neighborhood in…

A Look Back – Week 9

I’m still in Austin, enjoying this awesome city and more importantly enjoying the time with my friends.  I haven’t covered a lot of ground this week but it’s been a fun one nonetheless. Most Breathtaking – Pedernales Falls and Twin Falls Coolest (Worth a Trip) – White River Amphitheater, New Braunfels, TX Most Surprising – The rain is no joke here Favorite Little…

A Look Back – Week 8

Most Breathtaking -Thunder Storm at Davis Mountain State Park • Runner-up – My last New Mexico Sunset at Brantley Lake Coolest (Worth a Trip) – White Sand National Monument Most Surprising – Oak trees are amazing Favorite Little Town I Have Never Heard of – Cloudcroft, NM National Parks Visited – Carlsbad Caverns (NM) and Guadalupe Mountains (TX) Biggest Achievement – Survived our hottest and most humid night…

A Look Back – Week 7

Most Breathtaking –New Mexico Sunset• Runner-up – Climbing to the top of the highest Sand Dune at Great Sand Dunes National Park Coolest (Worth a Trip) – Great Sand Dunes National Park • Runner-up – Santa Fe, NM Most Surprising – All the wild animals in Rocky Mountain National Park and all the mountains in Colorado! Favorite Little Town I Have Never Heard of – Pagoda…