Retracing Dinosaur Tracks in Texas
Dinosaur tracks from several species have been found over the years in Dinosaur Valley State Park. The unique geological history of the area, and later preservation by the Paluxy River made it the perfect place to permanently record the footprints of these huge animals that roamed here long ago. In that era, this area of […]
History of Diving Museum
Being avid SCUBA divers, the History of Diving Museum was a site not to be missed on our way down to Key West. Founded by Drs. Joe and Sally Bauer, this 501(c)(3) non-profit museum boasts one of the largest collections of diving helmets and other diving gear in the world. From their website, their mission […]
A Hospital for Turtles
We love turtles . . . If you all hadn’t noticed, we’re big turtle fans! Traditional symbols of wisdom, longevity, steadfastness and patience, the turtle is a careful observer, and a truly wise soul. While on land, sea turtles may appear slow or clumsy, but in the sea, their own element, they are graceful and serene. […]
White Sands National Monument, New Mexico
White Sands National Monument The world’s largest field of gypsum sand dunes fills 275 square miles of the Tularosa Basin at the northern end of the Chihuahuan Desert in New Mexico (elevation 4235 ft). A large portion of the area makes up White Sands National Monument. Herbert Hoover designated the are as National monument in 1933. Long before […]
Exploring the Hillsborough River by Canoe
There’s more to Tampa, Florida, than Busch Gardens, beaches and shopping. Researching things to do during our days off in the area, we discovered that the Hillsborough River is a popular destination for canoeing and kayaking. The River flows from the Green Swamp near the origin of the Withlacoochee River (near Lakeland Florida) over 50 […]
Galveston Island Day Trip
Galveston Island Located about an hour south of Houston on the Gulf of Mexico, Galveston Island is a barrier island that has been hit hard by powerful hurricanes and storms. In 1900, Galveston was a wealthy seaport with 38,000 residents, many of whom had prospered from the cotton trade. In fact, Galveston was the first city in Texas […]
4th of July Celebrations in the US
4th of July, Independence Day In the US, the 4th of July is Independence Day, a day to celebrate freedom. It commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, which declared independence from Great Britain. Since it’s a national holiday, people generally have the day off from work and school to […]
Southwestern Landscapes
Every time we have the opportunity to travel through the southwestern part of the US, we try and make the most of our visit, even if we’re just passing through. It’s one of our favorite parts of the country,and we’ve been lucky enough to spend a fair amount of time here over the years. The […]
Nectar of the Gods: Georgia Craft Beer
In honor of American Craft Beer Week I’ve taken a moment to share some local Georgia beers as well as a couple of other favorites. When most people think of “American” beer the names Budweiser, Miller and Coors probably come to mind, and rightfully so. These beer behemoths have a tried and true formula for selling their […]
North Carolina Roots
On a pleasant May morning, descendants of Ernest Willis gathered not far from the small town of Cashiers, North Carolina to explore a tract of land donated by their ancestor for its perpetual protection. Ernest donated the land through his estate to the Nature Conservancy of which he was a lifetime member. As descendants of Ernest, Donny (second cousin […]