Category: National Parks/Public Lands

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Hiking in Saguaro

  By Wandering Jana February 26, 2019 October 27, 2022 Arizona, Blog, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

I return to the amazing Saguaro National Park to hike an amazing trail in the wilderness.  Continue reading

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The Valley of Death

  By Wandering Jana February 12, 2019 October 27, 2022 Blog, California, Modern World, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

Explorations of Death Valley National Park, the driest and hottest area of the United States. Continue reading

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Joshua Tree

  By Wandering Jana January 8, 2019 October 27, 2022 Blog, California, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

Explore a National Park unique for its desert environment and vegetation. Continue reading

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Goodbye to 2018

  By Wandering Jana January 1, 2019 October 30, 2019 Arizona, Blog, California, Colorado, National Parks/Public Lands, Nevada, New Mexico, United States, Updates from the Road, Utah

Saying goodbye to a very interesting year.  Continue reading

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Wandering San Diego

  By Wandering Jana December 18, 2018 October 27, 2022 Blog, California, Early Modern World, Hidden History, Modern World, Museums, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road, Wandering

Explore the history of this Southern California city. Continue reading

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The Pacific Coast Highway

  By Wandering Jana December 4, 2018 October 27, 2022 Blog, California, Modern World, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

Tag along as I drive one of the most beautiful roads in America. Continue reading

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Wandering San Francisco

  By Wandering Jana November 27, 2018 October 28, 2022 Blog, California, Modern World, Museums, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road, Wandering

Explorations of the City by the Bay. Continue reading

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Alcatraz

  By Wandering Jana November 20, 2018 October 28, 2022 Blog, California, Modern World, Museums, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

Explore what remains of the most famous prison in America. Continue reading

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Yosemite Valley

  By Wandering Jana November 14, 2018 September 4, 2024 Blog, California, National Parks/Public Lands, UNESCO, United States, Updates from the Road

Explore one of the most famous valleys in the United States. Continue reading

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Sequoia and Kings Canyon

  By Wandering Jana November 6, 2018 October 28, 2022 Blog, California, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

Explore two national parks (and a national forest) full of giant trees and amazing views.  Continue reading

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Endless Desert

  By Wandering Jana October 30, 2018 October 28, 2022 Blog, California, Modern World, Museums, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

Explore California’s Mojave National Preserve and all its awesomeness.  Continue reading

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Weekend in Utah

  By Wandering Jana September 25, 2018 March 30, 2023 Blog, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road, Utah

A quick trip to two of Utah’s amazing National Parks, Cedar Breaks National Monument and Zion National Park.  Continue reading

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Valley of Fire

  By Wandering Jana September 18, 2018 October 28, 2022 Blog, National Parks/Public Lands, Nevada, United States, Updates from the Road

Explore Nevada’s famous Valley of Fire State Park. Continue reading

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Roasting in Red Rock Canyon

  By Wandering Jana September 5, 2018 October 28, 2022 Blog, National Parks/Public Lands, Nevada, United States, Updates from the Road

Located just outside Las Vegas, Red Rock Canyon is a great place to burn off those buffet calories. Continue reading

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That Dam Tour

  By Wandering Jana August 21, 2018 October 28, 2022 Arizona, Blog, Modern World, Museums, National Parks/Public Lands, Nevada, United States, Updates from the Road

Explore the history of the most iconic dam in America, the Hoover Dam.  Continue reading

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Glen Canyon

  By Wandering Jana August 7, 2018 October 28, 2022 Arizona, Blog, Modern World, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

Even Glen Canyon National Recreation Area has history behind it.  Continue reading

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Some Ruins and a Trading Post

  By Wandering Jana July 30, 2018 October 28, 2022 Ancient World, Arizona, Blog, Hidden History, Modern World, Museums, National Parks/Public Lands, New Mexico, United States, Updates from the Road

Explore more ruins in the Four Corners and a historic trading post. Continue reading

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Chaco Canyon

  By Wandering Jana July 24, 2018 September 4, 2024 Ancient World, Blog, National Parks/Public Lands, New Mexico, UNESCO, United States, Updates from the Road

Explore the mysterious ruins of Chaco Canyon, New Mexico.  Continue reading

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Mesa Verde

  By Wandering Jana July 17, 2018 September 4, 2024 Ancient World, Blog, Colorado, Museums, National Parks/Public Lands, UNESCO, United States, Updates from the Road

An archaeologist explores a bunch of awesome cliff dwellings in Mesa Verde National Park. Continue reading

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The Four Corners

  By Wandering Jana July 11, 2018 October 28, 2022 Ancient World, Arizona, Blog, Museums, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road, Utah

An adventure starts in the Four Corners with two National Monuments.  Continue reading

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Hiking Sedona

  By Wandering Jana June 5, 2018 October 28, 2022 Arizona, Blog, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

Hiking one of the most beautiful trails in Sedona, Arizona.  Continue reading

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Cliff Dwellings and Petroglyphs

  By Wandering Jana May 29, 2018 October 28, 2022 Ancient World, Arizona, Blog, Museums, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

A day full of amazing Sinagua cliff dwellings and petroglyphs in Central Arizona. Continue reading

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Grand Canyon: Hike to Dripping Springs

  By Wandering Jana May 8, 2018 September 4, 2024 Arizona, Blog, National Parks/Public Lands, UNESCO, United States, Updates from the Road

Hiking along one of the Grand Canyon’s more interesting trails. Continue reading

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Ruins of Walnut Canyon

  By Wandering Jana May 1, 2018 October 28, 2022 Ancient World, Arizona, Blog, Museums, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

Step back in time at the cliff dwellings of Walnut Canyon. Continue reading

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Volcanic Arizona

  By Wandering Jana April 17, 2018 October 28, 2022 Arizona, Blog, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

Did you know that Northern Arizona is full of volcanoes? Neither did I. Continue reading

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Wupatki Ruins

  By Wandering Jana April 10, 2018 October 28, 2022 Ancient World, Arizona, Blog, Museums, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

What now is a fairly desolate area used to be the home to thousands of farmers.  Continue reading

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A Day in Ruins

  By Wandering Jana March 19, 2018 October 28, 2022 Ancient World, Arizona, Blog, Hidden History, Museums, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

A day of archaeology as I explore three Native American ruins in Central Arizona.  Continue reading

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Saguaro

  By Wandering Jana March 6, 2018 August 22, 2023 Arizona, Blog, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

A journey through the very interesting Saguaro National Park in Tucson, Arizona. Continue reading

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Exploring Southern Arizona

  By Wandering Jana February 13, 2018 October 28, 2022 Arizona, Blog, Early Modern World, Hidden History, Museums, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

A road trip exploring Southern Arizona history. Continue reading

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Icy Hiking at the Grand Canyon

  By Wandering Jana January 30, 2018 September 4, 2024 Arizona, Blog, National Parks/Public Lands, UNESCO, Updates from the Road

Just a little winter hike down the famous Bright Angel Trail at the Grand Canyon. Continue reading

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Greetings from the Grand Canyon

  By Wandering Jana January 23, 2018 September 4, 2024 Arizona, Blog, National Parks/Public Lands, UNESCO, United States, Updates from the Road

A new adventure begins at the amazing Grand Canyon. Continue reading

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Saying Goodbye to Acadia

  By Wandering Jana October 31, 2017 October 28, 2022 Blog, Maine, National Parks/Public Lands, Updates from the Road

Saying farewell to a great summer at Acadia National Park. Continue reading

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10 Must See Memorials in Washington, D.C.

  By Wandering Jana August 11, 2017 October 28, 2022 Blog, Modern World, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Washington DC

These are the top ten memorials that you should not not miss in America’s capital city! Continue reading

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The Tomb of America’s Dutch President: Martin Van Buren

  By Wandering Jana July 21, 2017 October 28, 2022 Blog, Cemeteries and Tombs, Hidden History, Modern World, Museums, National Parks/Public Lands, New York State, United States

The tomb of a forgotten president that deserves a little more credit. Continue reading

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Acadia: Jordan Pond

  By Wandering Jana July 10, 2017 October 28, 2022 Blog, Maine, National Parks/Public Lands, Updates from the Road

Explore one of the most popular destinations in Acadia National Park as I follow the Jordan Pond Trail. Continue reading

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Acadia: the Ocean Path

  By Wandering Jana July 2, 2017 October 28, 2022 Blog, Maine, National Parks/Public Lands, Updates from the Road

Explore one of the most picturesque places in Acadia National Park. Continue reading

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Ste. Genevieve: A Colonial Town on the Mississippi River

  By Wandering Jana June 23, 2017 April 16, 2023 Blog, Cemeteries and Tombs, Hidden History, Missouri, Modern World, Museums, National Parks/Public Lands, United States

Explore the hidden history of a small French colonial town in Missouri.  Continue reading

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Greetings from Acadia

  By Wandering Jana June 4, 2017 October 28, 2022 Blog, Maine, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

You may have heard about Acadia National Park, but have you seen it from a wanderer’s perspective? Continue reading

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Governors Island: The Birthplace of New York

  By Wandering Jana April 1, 2017 April 17, 2024 Blog, Early Modern World, Hidden History, Modern World, Museums, National Parks/Public Lands, New York City, New York State, United States

New York wasn’t born on Manhattan, but instead on a very unlikely place in the harbor.  Continue reading