This National Park Service road trip is a deep dive into American history—from ancient mound builders to Civil War battlefields and a Civil Rights landmark. In just a few days, I visited eight National Park Service units, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and a Civil Rights landmark on a drive from Dallas-Fort Worth airport to …
I put the Farm to Feet snow socks through a serious winter gear test during a 3-day dogsledding expedition and a 24-hour stay in a remote cabin on Otter Lake in the Yukon. From mushing a sled to sleeping in near zero temps, I wore these snow socks nonstop. They’re hands down the best snow …
Escape to the vibrant charm of San Miguel de Allende with this day-by-day guide featuring rooftop dining, wine tasting, and exploring one of Mexico’s most colorful cities.
Spend an afternoon in Great Basin National Park, one of the most remote national parks in contiguous United States. Explore Wheeler Peak Scenic Drive and hike to Stella Lake.
When you think of outdoor adventure, the Plains probably aren’t the first place that jumps into your mind. Spending more time exploring from the Texas Panhandle to North Dakota, I’ve discovered some amazing outdoor destinations in the states where folks tend to just drive through or flyover. Next time you find yourself in the landscape …
Dinner at Afterward….Twice! Having very close friends who live in Heber City and others who have a second home, I’ve road tripped to Utah several times over the past two months. This past trip, we dined on the patio at Afterward, a delightful restaurant in downtown Heber, twice. The first night was Saturday and there … Continue reading
Meeker Trail System surprised me. I wanted a hiking break on my drive from Breckenridge, Colorado, to Heber City, Utah. Doing a little research before drive, I decided to stop in Meeker, a town I haven’t spent a lot of time in. I drove up 7th Street to the Phillip and Dorcas Jensen Memorial Park … Continue reading
When making my plans for my recent Durango trip, I decided to stay in an Airbnb, partly because Corrie’s condo is cozy and bright. It’s perfect for a solo traveler like me or for a couple. Plus, it’s at the intersection of East 8th Avenue and College so its just a short ten minute walk … Continue reading
The Million Dollar Highway in Southwest Colorado is considered one of the most spectacular mountain drives in North America. It’s a white-knuckle drive where there are no guard rails as the road narrows with a steep drop-off. It’s better than it used to be, but it’s still sketchy in places. Frankly, I was glad I … Continue reading
This is a short hike with a huge wow factor. The Grottos Trail off of Independence Pass near Aspen, Colorado, has geological wonders including unusual boulders, an ice cave and cascading waterfall. Grottos Trail is very popular. To be the crowds, do what my friend Lisa and I did. Get to the trailhead before 7 … Continue reading
The scenic open space of John Denver Sanctuary is a fitting tribute to the singer famous for “Rocky Mountain High” and other songs written about the allure of the Rocky Mountains. Prior to his death in a private plane crash in 1997, Aspen was his home for many years. “Starwood in Aspen” showcases his love … Continue reading
The west side of Rocky Mountain National Park is the wetter side. The Grand Lake side is also the less traveled side. Your odds of seeing a moose are much higher on the west side. I was spending one night at Grand Lake Lodge because I was doing some live and taped television segments from … Continue reading
Guardsman Pass is a scenic mountain backway connecting Heber City and Park City to Brighton and on to Salt Lake City. The road and trails are flanked with lush mountain foliage including aspens, pines and wildflowers. My friend Pam and I did Blood Lake Trail, one of the more popular hikes on the pass. It’s … Continue reading
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