thanksgiving – The Park Pilgrim

Why I Visited El Salvador for Thanksgiving

December 16, 2023

El Salvador: The Land of Volcanos. A hundred plus thermal cliffs dot the landscape of this Central American country that features both mountainous regions and beaches. Before 2019, El Salvador was known for violence and gang activity, but things have turned around with the new president.

I haven’t met any Americans who have planned their … Read more

Spaces & Places

McAfee Knob

November 29, 2020November 29, 2020

In the spirit of gratitude, I decided to take advantage of the Thanksgiving season by embarking on a road trip around my own state, appreciating its spectacular array of parks. Virginia State Parks have won various accolades and awards for customer service, overall quality, and just being darn good nature places.

*Round of applause*

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