To say that Yosemite National Park is beautiful would be an understatement. Like an overdone backdrop in a classic Hollywood epic, the sweeping spectacle of
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Moving Heaven on Earth
The central California coastal region is beautiful. Idyllic, even. Especially here near Big Sur, it totally lives up to the hype. Verdant, rolling hills of
The Best Way to See Zion Is on a Bicycle
Of course this most popular of Utah’s national parks1 is grand and picturesque no matter how you experience it. The towering sandstone walls cleaved by
Getting in Gear
It takes a lot of gear to live on the road. A lot. Not for everyone, of course. Johnny Appleseed could get along just fine,
Day 17: Halfway
We’re now halfway into our 34-day trip. New Routines At 2 1/2 weeks this is already longer than most vacations. But instead of thinking about
Day 11: Joy Times Two
It can be so simple. A hot Vermont day and cold swirled cones. Joy times two. Far and Near At Hogback Mountain you can see
Day 9: Playing at the Limit
Bonus: Read Rachel’s related post on today’s adventures. Anticipation From the moment we booked our stay at Killington, months ago, I’ve been anticipating riding its
Day 9: Conquering a Mountain of Fear
Bonus: For another perspective, see Glenn’s post. Dear Rachel, Remember that time you summited all 12,500 feet of Mt. Mahler, only to tear your MCL
Day 2: I Don’t Want to Work
“I don’t want to work” is the English translation of “Je ne veux pas travailler,” the chorus for Sympathique, the song that seeded our playlist