Raiders of the Channel Islands
When we backpack, we take measures to ensure that our food isn’t raided by animals like bears, mice, or chipmunks—especially bears. But on a recent trip to the Channel Islands National Park off the coast of California we had to beware of a unique raider–foxes. Channel Islands National Park consists of five islands located a dozen or […]
A Stop in Death Valley
“Once a year, go someplace you’ve never been before.” Anonymous “So, you brought this wet weather.” Outside, rain was falling on the driest and hottest National Park in the United States. When we told the ranger at the visitor’s center we were from Seattle, she blamed us. Yeah, we’re used to it. When I was […]
The Charm of Small Town America
Sometimes you find yourself in the middle of nowhere; and sometimes in the middle of nowhere, you find yourself. Unknown During our Journey Across America we visited major cities including Miami, Boston, New Orleans, and Chicago. Metropolitan areas have a lot to offer. But small towns have their own charm. One was Las Vegas. You’re […]
Happy Trails, Charlie Brown
“That’s what Christmas is all about, Charlie Brown.” Linus in A Charlie Brown Christmas Shortly after I learned to read I started getting up early every Sunday to read the funnies, poring over each strip from Prince Valiant to Peanuts. One of my favorites has always been the latter which explores themes from the silly […]
The Northwest Rival of Route 66
“Ocian in view! O! the Joy” William Clark, Nov 7, 1805 If the Pacific Northwest has its own version of Route 66, it’s Highway 101 along the coast of Washington and Oregon. We’ve driven to southern Oregon and California many times, but it’s always been down the speedy and semi-sterile I-5 corridor. On Sunday, we […]
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