Travel – Cycling – Outdoors
I’ve always wanted to climb Mt St Helens. The utter transformation after its early 80s eruption fascinates me, and provides a great reminder that … Read the rest
I can’t even tell you how many times I hear American travelers go on about Spain, Italy, France and England. You’ll hear about culture, history, … Read the rest
Iceland is made for backpacking. It has a wealth of trails that are supported by smart amenities and relatively easy to access. The country … Read the rest
This post was originally for one particular traveler who wanted ideas to build an itinerary that was adventurous, but … Read the rest
I’ve written about glacier hiking a few times in the past. I started with some tips about Franz Josef, and added a look at … Read the rest
I hiked less than a mile before I decided that Red Mountain is one of the most overlooked Arizona hikes.
Never heard of it? I’m … Read the rest
What does travel feel like?
Alright, it varies for most people. For some, it’s hot sand and being lazy on a beach. For others, it’s … Read the rest
I wish I could stride along the rim of this volcano’s crater. After months of waiting, endless hours looking at photos of it, and then … Read the rest
It’s one of those days when I feel like torturing a travel guide editor. I imagine stuff involving ants, honey, jumper cables and possibly a … Read the rest
A boxful of Rise energy foods got me through two of my big days in a recent trip to Norway. It was only my second … Read the rest
Scandinavia is less than a month away. Well, same for Finland, which is really a Nordic country. No matter what you call this trip, it’s … Read the rest
It shocks more than a few people that I have never been to the UK. Believe me, it’s on the list! Even though I can’t … Read the rest
It never fails – before the afterglow of my latest trip wears off, someone asks me “where are you going next?”
My official answer? “Hey,
When Sarah and I were in Australia, we met a traveler from Ireland. She was single, in her late 20s, active.
She told us about … Read the rest
Dokna could easily allow herself to be the world’s saddest dog. She loves sticks – but some cruel twist of fate has put her in … Read the rest
There’s not much in the way of hiking and biking trails west of I-17 in Phoenix. That’s bad news for hikers and mountain bikers living … Read the rest
Snow is great when it first starts falling. But give it a month, and you’ll be ready to get away from it. So where should … Read the rest
A website called nofee2hikeaz.com is now online fighting the Phoenix government’s proposal to charge for parking at 5 of its most-congested trailheads. Check my earlier … Read the rest
On most trips, Sarah and I have allowed ourselves a few days to settle into our surroundings before an outdoor adventure. Not this time. Less … Read the rest
Pass Mountain and many other county trails get overlooked often. And unless you live in the Phoenix area, the only time you’ve probably heard the … Read the rest