Tag Archives: National Park

Out in the Desert

With how cold it’s been in Colorado this past week – not getting above zero one day, and the others always well below as well – I’m dreaming of hiking out in the dessert in Arizona’s Saguaro National Park.

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The Ghosts of Christmas 2013

Bah, humbug? Not to 2013! No way. Once again, this was a wonderfully fantastic year for me when it comes to travel. There’s always a lot to be thankful for, but I’m feeling particularly fortunate this holiday season. Why’s that? Because of so many amazing experiences this past year… I wasted no time getting away […]

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Winter Is Almost Here

The night grows longer. The day shorter. The temperature goes down as the thermostat goes up. Winter is almost here. Snow is forecasted. Mittens and caps are all pulled from the shelves. We bundle up a little more each day. Winter is almost here. No more hiking. No more trekking. No more walking in the […]

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Reflecting in the Black Canyon

The mirror-like reflection of the towering canyon walls in the Gunnison River in the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, as can be seen in the bottom of the canyon high in Colorado’s Rocky Mountains.

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Three of My Favorite National Parks

U.S. national parks are closed, because the American federal government is stupid and has shutdown. Some state governors may open their parks using state funds. Until that point, all I can do is look at my pictures – as well as a funny photo I found on Facebook (below) – and dream of going for […]

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Hiking at Old Faithful in Yellowstone

Hiking in Yellowstone is a fantastic experience. It’s one of the best ways to spend time in the park. Heck, you could even say it’s the quintessential park experience. But, with so much to see and do in the world’s first national park, it’s hard to squeeze everything in. So, where to go hiking? One […]

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