17 May Bandelier National Monument preserves ancient cultures
If you’re near Santa Fe or Albuquerque, New Mexico, check out Bandelier National Monument and its fascinating ruins of ancient cultures and its network of...
04 Mar Arizona park features mountains, canyons, history
After my first visit, Chiricahua National Monument in Arizona is already calling me back. I explored during early November. ...
31 Jan Five steps for visiting Arizona’s Petrified Forest
Returning to Petrified Forest after 35 years, I discovered great walking trails, colorful landscapes and fascinating geology....
14 Jan New Mexico’s Most Captivating, Unknown Outdoor Destination
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04 Dec New Mexico’s White Sands mesmerizes at dawn
I liked White Sands National Park in southern Arizona, but I wasn’t gaga over it. Now I need to explain that assessment....
09 Jul Charleston’s Cypress Gardens great for family outings
There are multiple options for exploring South Carolina’s low-country ecosystems, but I specifically chose Cypress Gardens because it’s a little more touristy with facilities and...
08 Jul Falling in love with butterflies
I love butterflies. Not something I could have imagined 40 years ago. I’ve learned, to appreciate nature’s beauty in the little things....
13 Jun The pros and cons of visiting Yellowstone National Park in spring
Yellowstone may be the most fascinating place on earth. Summer and winter are special, but what about spring? We recently visited in May. ...
23 May Amazing destinations “outside of” Arches National Park help avoid the crowds
Manu visitors to Moab, Utah stay inside Arches National Park and Canyonlands, but here are other amazing places that you should consider....
21 Mar Exploring the North Carolina coast in winter
Peaceful. Serene. Spiritual. Those are a few of the feelings we experienced walking the beaches along the Cape Hatteras National Seashore. ...