16 Jan Olympic National Park – 3 parks in 1
Olympic National Park combines alpine mountains, lush rain forest and rugged coastal shores. We watched a loping black bear along a hilly ridge, waded in...
10 Jan Florida Keys Bike Tour – Marathon to Looe Key
Day two of our bike tour down the Florida Keys took us from Marathon to Looe Key, with many fun stops along the way. Highlights...
04 Jan National park safety tips
After 35 years of visiting national parks, sometimes three to four times a year, we’re often asked the question, “are national parks safe?” Here are...
21 Nov Hiking Antelope Canyon slot canyons in Utah
Arizona and Utah are well known for their slot canyons, which provide a cool hiking escape from hot temperatures and an even cooler outdoor photography...
18 Nov A bike, hike, beach getaway to Hilton Head
Visit Hilton Head Island offseason to enjoy bike paths, beaches, shops and restaurants with just a small handful of folks. ...
25 Oct Spot the “Shadow of the Bear” in North Carolina
The Shadow of the Bear appears daily from mid October to mid November as the sun dips behind Whiteside Mountain near Cashiers, North Carolina. ...
16 Oct Carolina BalloonFest takes flight each October
Statesville plays host to Carolina Balloon Fest each October, the second oldest hot air balloon rally in the United States. ...
04 Oct California’s Lassen Volcanic National Park
Located in northern California, Lassen Volcanic National Park offers great outdoor beauty with fewer crowds associated with more popular parks. I hope these photos convince...
13 Sep Whoa nelly! Biking Kentucky’s Horsey Hundred
Want to ride long smooth roads with rolling hills in gorgeous countryside at a well-run cycling event? Saddle up your bike and head to Kentucky’s...
07 Sep Five reasons to love Carolina Beach
There are lots of reasons to love Carolina Beach. Top of the list for me is the throwback vibe. Carolina Beach reminds me of beach...