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You know those contests where you guess the number of jelly beans (or some other sugary candy) and the closest person wins a prize?
47parks.com is doing the miles hiked version of this.
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Wind Cave national park is an underground magical world full of strange formations and eclectic natural designs. There’s some mystery and a lot of speculation behind the history of this subterranean world. While most people agree that the Lakota Indians were truly the first to discover this place, a well-accepted story tells of two gentlemen … Read more
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I haven’t gotten tired of hiking yet. Mainly because I get to see cool views like this:
And fascinating spectacles like this:
And of course I get to enjoy the little things about my hikes: the crisp morning air, the sounds of nature, the refreshing solitude – oh, and more bison!
I can’t get enough … Read more
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When I first met Ricky there wasn’t much of a connection. After spending 4 hours on the trail together, however, we finally hit it off.
Ricky, the adorable Arabian, was a real trooper maneuvering his way through the rugged trail up along the base of a rocky ridge. It was morning, and the sweet smell … Read more
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Fact #1: The Badlands are an explorer’s utopia.
Unlike most national parks who either limit or closely monitor the use of backcountry hiking, the Badlands have an open-trail policy. This means you can virtually go anywhere in the park, which is quite mind boggling considering the miles upon miles of maze-like formations that dot the … Read more
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Food has become my frenemy while living on the road. I still enjoy a delicious meal, yet sometimes food preparation is simply a hassle.
My Yeti cooler has been phenomenal. It keeps produce cool and refreshing for up to 3 days. I thought I would miss my salads and raw veggie snacking, but I’ve been … Read more
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“I’m sure that after all the national parks you’ve been to, this is underwhelming.”
“You’ve been to all these incredible places – what are you doing here?”
People I run into seem to believe that my senses have become dulled towards appreciating beautiful things in a “lesser” setting. Sure, I’ve gazed upon the Appalachians, snorkeled … Read more
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