You can walk across the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge to enjoy the beauty of the gorge and views of the nearby mountains. It’s not for those afraid of heights!
Kayaking Black Creek: Genesee River to 4.9 Miles
One of my dad’s favorite treks we did last fall was kayaking on Black Creek, near the Genesee River south of Rochester. It was a perfect day – sunny, with the leaves turning color, and few mosquitos due to having…
10 Hikes in New Mexico Kids Love! (And Adults Love, too!)
Hiking as a family can be a most rewarding experience – not only do you get to get the kids out of the house, but you’re making memories that last a lifetime. The following are some of the favorites of…
Spectacular Views near Siyeh Pass!
Despite beginning only 2.25 miles below the famous Logan Pass, the Siyeh (pronounced Sigh-ee) Pass Trail is nowhere near as crowded as the nearby Highline Trail or Hidden Lake Trail. That’s not to say you won’t meet people (this is…
Manhattan Project History at the Bradbury Science Museum
If you’ve ever wanted to learn more about the Manhattan Project (when America dropped atomic bombs on Japan), you need look no further than the Brandbury Science Museum in Los Alamos, New Mexico. It’s not exactly on the beaten path,…
Cycling Bear Creek Harbor to B. Forman Park
I took a little bike ride. Usually, I’d ride trails and keep my road-riding to a minimum, but it had rained the week before and the trails were very soggy. We ended up taking back roads for a very nice,…
Berray Mountain West: Lookout & Wildflowers
Of all the hikes I did in the Cabinet Mountains last summer, Berray Mountain was my favorite. It might have been the far-reaching views to green mountains fading into the blue of summer haze. It might have been the fun…
Visit Kansas’ “Chalk Pyramids” at Monument Rocks!
It’s not well known, it’s not well-signed, and it’s down a dirt road in rural Kansas. Still, Monument Rocks National Natural Landmark is well worth the visit if you’re travel down I-70 through western Kansas. The “Chalk Pyramids”, as they’re…
Kayaking the Erie Canal – Pittsford to I-390
Growing up within 30 minutes or so of the Erie Canal, I’m surprised we didn’t walk on the canal path more often. We have done at least two bike rides on the canal path (one from Rochester to Fairport and…
Grand Canyon Hiker’s Itinerary – 1 Day, 3 Days, or 6 Days
The South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park definitely makes it to my “favorite parks in the southwest” list. Any time of day, almost any weather, the Grand Canyon is jaw-dropping. Viewpoints, rim trails, into-the-canyon treks – it’s all a…