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Monticello
Explore the grand home of one of America’s founding fathers, Thomas Jefferson. Continue reading
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Shenandoah: the South Side
With gorgeous views and wonderful waterfalls, Shenandoah National Park’s south side doesn’t disappoint. Continue reading
Shenandoah: Big Meadows
With waterfalls, mountain views, and a giant meadow, Shenandoah’s Big Meadows is a hiker’s paradise. Continue reading
Shenandoah: the North Side
Explorations of the northern section of Shenandoah National Park. Continue reading
Toledo War
Michigan and Ohio almost waged war….over Toledo. Continue reading
Fort Washington
Explore a fort built to protect Washington, D.C. Continue reading
Wandering Alexandria
A brief wander through the historic streets of Alexandria, Virginia. Continue reading
Hell’s Half Mile
Shanty Boys, Brothels and Geysers of Booze. Continue reading
Mount Vernon
Just the grand home of America’s first president, that is all. Continue reading
St. Mary’s City
Take a step back in time at Maryland’s first capitol city. Continue reading
Southern Maryland
Explore an area in weirdly shaped Maryland that is jam packed with history. Continue reading
Arlington House
Why does Arlington National Cemetery have a giant house? Continue reading
Arlington National Cemetery
Explore the nation’s most famous national cemetery. Continue reading
Return to Washington, D.C.
A wander through the capitol of the nation. Continue reading
Trap Pond
Explore Delaware’s northern most cypress swamp. Continue reading
Chincoteague
The southern end of Assateague Island has a wonderful refuge just waiting for you to explore. Continue reading
First Landing
Near where the Jamestown settlers first landed in America is now an amazing state park. Continue reading
Fort Monroe
Explorations of a historic fort on the Chesapeake Bay. Continue reading
The Outer Banks
A quick visit to North Carolina’s famous seaside destination. Continue reading
Wandering Baltimore
A colonial port town turned modern city, Baltimore is full interesting neighborhoods waiting for you to explore. Continue reading
Great Falls of the Potomac
Two parks with a giant waterfall between them just fourteen miles upstream of Washington, D.C. Continue reading
Wandering Harpers Ferry
Explore a West Virginian town that time left behind. Continue reading
C&O Canal
Follow along as I explore 184.5 miles of American history, from Appalachia to Washington, D.C. Continue reading
Burgess Falls
Explore a beautiful state park along the banks of the perfectly named Falling Water River. Continue reading
Hot Springs
Explore a national park located right in the downtown of a city famous for its hot springs. Continue reading
Fort Smith
Explore an Arkansas fort that once was on America’s frontier. Continue reading
Ancient Pueblos and a Giant Crater
My last Arizona adventure ends with a visit to Homol’ovi State Park and Meteor Crater! Continue reading
Petrified Forest
A very belated visit to a fantastic Arizona national park that features some really cool petrified wood! Continue reading
Lassen
Volcanos, hot springs, mud pots and the rich smell of rotten eggs. Check out California’s Yellowstone! Continue reading
Redwoods
Redwoods is more than just one park. There’s a whole bunch of them to explore! Continue reading
Humboldt Redwoods
So many redwoods, so little time. Continue reading
Route 1: Santa Cruz to Glass Beach
A whole lot of Route 1 driving and a whole bunch of coastal stops along the way. Continue reading
Route 1: Point Lobos and Pebble Beach
Birds, coastlines and golf? Explore two of Monterey County, California’s impressive natural areas! Continue reading
Route 1: Coastlines and Elephant Seals
This journey along the California coast features wonderful beaches, craggy cliffs and shouting elephant seals! Continue reading
Pinnacles
My 100th update brings you California’s amazing Pinnacles National Park! Continue reading
Lake Michigan Ghost Town
The Old West doesn’t hold the monopoly on ghost towns. Continue reading
Pictured Rocks
For a state known for its lakeshores, this one on Lake Superior is especially fantastic. Continue reading
Lighthouses and Waterfalls
A Michigan native returns home from the desert and finally sees water again. Continue reading
Red Rock and Sloan Canyons
Two canyons, two fantastic parks located outside of bustling Las Vegas, Nevada. Continue reading
Return to the Valley of Fire
With beautiful vistas and fantastic trails, Valley of Fire was definitely worth the return visit. Continue reading
Organ Pipe Cactus
A unique cactus, at a unique park, in a unique part of Arizona. Explore Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument. Continue reading
Caving and Saguaros
Explore Tucson, Arizona’s natural beauty, both above ground and below. Continue reading
Titan Missile Museum
Check out the only remaining Titan II Missile silo in the country, a relic from the Cold War! Continue reading
Road to Darwin
Down a Joshua Tree lined road, not far from Death Valley, lies an old mining town gone bust. Continue reading
Hiking the Valley of Death
Unique geology, beautiful canyons and a desolate desert, Death Valley National Park has a ton of hiking opportunities. Continue reading
Return to Glen Canyon
A quick day trip brings further explorations of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. Continue reading
Sleeping Bear Dunes
Explore one of the most beautiful coastlines in America. Continue reading
Michigan State Capitol Building
Explore the gaudiest state capitol building around. Continue reading
Green-Wood Cemetery
Explore an amazing rural cemetery right at the heart of Brooklyn, New York. Continue reading
The Grand Canyon’s North Rim
A South Rim resident finally takes the trip to the desolate North Rim of the Grand Canyon. Continue reading
