I write a lot about national parks, state parks, hiking trails and unique (and popular) outdoor venues. Sadly, there are people who either don’t know what they’re doing, or they etch their name on the beautiful sandstone wall. It’s infuriating. But one guy has been working to change that. Phill Monson (a.k.a. Nigel the Litter…
Seattle is full of life… not just in the urban city, but also among the sea life and wildlife that calls the area home. The Seattle Aquarium provides you with a rundown on the variety of animals in, on and above the water. It provides you with a better appreciation for them and the ecosystem…
I didn’t think I was afraid of heights. But after hiking the Above Zion Ledgewalk with Utah Adventure Center, I may have to change my fear of heights classification to skiddish. Especially considering the level of dare-devil moves my brother and 18-year-old son were pulling. The two-mile long Via Ferrata (Iron Pathway) is a unique…
Paris is full of art. Especially art museums. During our trip, we spent hours looking at art from probably hundreds of artists. It was at the Musee de l’Orangerie – a smaller Paris art museum – that I discovered the piece of art that I would love to have hanging on the walls in my…
Cape Arago State Park was our first stop during a weeklong vacation up the Oregon Coast. We were able to experience a few firsts – tidepools and whale watching. It’s a great place to stop and explore wildlife, short hikes and the amazing landscapes of shoreline. I recommend spending at least a couple of hours…
The history of Camp Floyd is interesting. Although not much of the original camp still exists today, a visit to the Utah State Park lets you get a closeup look of why one of the largest armies in the United States setup camp in Utah back in 1858. You don’t need a lot of time…
With a family of seven, we often resort to road trips because of the cost of seven airline tickets. But that hasn’t stopped us from finding ways to save on airfare and take smaller adventures throughout the years. In fact, we’ve been able to snag nearly free flights or even steeply discounted flights to destinations…
When my son was choosing a senior trip destination, I think the selling point of Louisville was the opportunity to go ziplining in some underground caves. Mega Cavern is a large limestone cave underneath the Louisville Zoo. There are several activities you can enjoy: An aerial ropes course, tram tour, bicycle tour and of course,…
Las Vegas isn’t just a destination for parties, shows and gambling. There are some amazing museums, experiences, shops and attractions that make it a destination for the whole family. Earlier this year, my wife and I made a long weekend escape to Las Vegas and were able to explore parts of Vegas I didn’t even…
Thirty-five miles west of Flagstaff, Arizona is a giant hole, one-mile in diameter and 550 feet deep. The cause of the hole was a 150-foot wide meteorite that struck that spot 50,000 years ago. The force of the impact was greater than 20 million tons of TNT. Boom! Known as Meteor Crater, it’s the best…
