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Old Rag: the iconic mountain nestled on the eastern outskirts of Shenandoah National Park. There are literally hundreds of blog posts about this popular and slightly dangerous hike – a trek laden with switchbacks, rock scrambles, and incredible panoramic views. Why add another voice into the interweb’s blend of tips, tricks, and opinions about Old … Read more
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20 Parks to Visit in 2020 (& when to go)
For me, 2019 has been a year of contentment. I took a road trip around Croatia and Italy, exploring many fantastic outdoor spaces. I also found places close to home that captured my interest and revisited some old American favorites. Despite my wanderlust, … Read more
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Each of our country’s national parks are different, special snowflakes surrounded by the varied landscape of our nation. Despite each park’s uniqueness, I found that I still had similar experiences during my epic road trip when I visited each one. As a young, healthy outdoorsy gal, I was able to dive right in to nature, … Read more
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Returning to a favorite national park feels like coming home.
I drove only a few miles into the Smokies and was met with waves of nostalgia. I remember that trailhead! That huge majestic willow tree looks familiar!
My last visit to the park had involved multiple adventures over the course of a week. I trekked … Read more
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Hiking is so much better without the crowds…
…and when running water is involved.
A recent Shenandoah hike, Whiteoak Canyon, was the perfect trail to start the New Year. No resolution needed, simply a desire to get outside and check out some nearby wilderness that I hadn’t experienced during my previous foray into the park.… Read more
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It was cold and crisp. I could see my breath wafting into the atmosphere as I stood and relished the sight. The hand warmers in my mittens were keeping my fingers nice and toasty, my wool socks protecting my toes from the sub-freezing temperatures. I scanned the horizon, noting astute differences from when I was … Read more
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Move, Coast, Repeat (Great Sand Dunes)
She grips the cube of wax in hand, wielded like a sword
Plopping down on the sand, she quickly flips the board
Then like a desert artist, she draws a spiraling curl
Quite certain of the purpose – intent to give a whirl
She carefully removes her boots and … Read more
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The 47parks 2018 calendar is here! (Well, technically it’s online for you to order). Lulu assures me that it’ll arrive by Christmas if purchased by the 12th of December.
A sneak peak:
Lots of blue in this one, folks – sky, lakes, oceans, etc.
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Just Drive (Shenandoah)
A serene road
Up, down, and slightly around
Epic sunsets
And sunrises that make you think beyond
Overlooks that communicate
A different message each part of the day
Pull-offs that push your imagination
Sights that stimulate your eyes
Then back in the car
Steer through a place of wonder
Content to be … Read more
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My rather impromptu Colorado visit landed me in Rocky Mountain National Park once again, a few days shy from a year after my first go-round. Back then, I trod eagerly through many sections of the park, exploring multiple lakes, ecosystems, and wildlife via a wide variety of hiking trails. As I once again stood within … Read more
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