Most Breathtaking – Giant Ledge in the Catskills, New York Coolest (Worth a Trip) – Ithaca, NY Most Surprising – Catskills were so beautiful with options for camping and staying at cute little Lodges, don’t miss the the Phoenicia Diner! Favorite Little Town I’ve Never Heard of – Lock Haven, PA and Franklin, NY National Parks Visited –…
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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…
A Look Back – Week 22
Most Breathtaking – Sunset at Shenandoah National Park Coolest (Worth a Trip) – Great Falls National Park in Virginia Most Surprising – All the bears and fearless wildlife at Shenandoah NP Favorite Little Town I Have Never Heard of – Kensington, Maryland National Parks Visited – Shenandoah NP, Great Falls, The National Mall Biggest Achievement –…
A Look Back – Week 21
Most Breathtaking – The sun rising over the ocean at Myrtle Beach Coolest (Worth a Trip) – Outer banks of North Carolina, specifically the northern Cape Hatteras National Seashore Most Surprising – The amount of miniature golf opportunities in Myrtle beach, golf with dinosaurs, pirates, elephants, pyramids, you name it! Favorite Little Town I Have Never Heard of…
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…
A Look Back – Week 20
Most Breathtaking – Great Smoky Mountains Coolest (Worth a Trip) – Asheville, North Carolina Most Surprising – How green everything is… and rainy… wait am I in Oregon? Favorite Little Town I Have Never Heard of – Asheville, NC wins this, I’ve heard of it but it is still my favorite with breweries and a cute walkable downtown area….
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…
From Texas to Louisiana
I spent the last almost 3 weeks in Austin staying with my gracious friends in their beautiful air-conditioned home and it was glorious. Austin is a fun and adventurous city. There is always something to do; from the swimming holes (when they are open and not flooding) to the concerts, festivals, hikes and urban trails. It…
A GOLDEN ROAD 