Annaberg Sugar Mill, Saint John, USVI
The National Park Service protects more than 7,000 acres of land on the island of Saint John in the US Virgin Islands. Most of this consists of stunning beaches and the sort of wilderness areas Read More …
Really old-fashioned duck decoys, Grand Portage Rendezvous
When I think of old-fashioned duck decoys, I think of carved wood floats that may or may not be painted to more accurately portray the ducks they are intended to draw in. However, when I Read More …
New York Botanical Garden
In the heart of the Bronx, far beyond the skyscrapers of Manhattan, the New York Botanical Garden offers 250 acres of old growth forest, manicured lawns, and gardens and a glorious Victorian conservatory. It is Read More …
It’s World Rhinoceros Day!
Did you know that today is World Rhinoceros Day? First designated in 2010 by the World Wildlife Foundation in South Africa to draw attention to the world’s five species of rhino (two native to Africa Read More …
Building a trip around the New York Pass
There is a lot to see and do in New York City and, while there are plenty of free options, most of the marque attractions carry hefty admission fees. I use links to improve your Read More …
New York City’s Sea Glass Carousel
I just got back from a week in New York City. I did all sorts of cool stuff while I was there (more on that in future posts), but I did NOT ride the Sea Read More …
The 9-11 Tribute Lights will be on in NYC
Today is the 14th anniversary of the 9/11 attack on the World Trade Center in New York City and, once again, twin beams of light will rise above the city tonight in tribute to the Read More …
House of Halach Uinic, Tulum, Mexico
Not surprisingly, I took way too many pictures when we visited the Mayan ruins at Tulum, Mexico, last December. It was hard not to just keep shooting, the stonework was interesting and the changing light Read More …
A quiet Saturday in West Concord, Minnesota
I’d expect Saturday to be a busy time in a small town, but that wasn’t the case when we stopped by West Concord, Minnesota, on our way to Rochester from Nerstrand Big Woods State Park. Read More …
Fall colors in Mille Lacs Kathio State Park
Fall is in the air again this week, so it seems like a good time to take a virtual visit to Mille Lacs Kathio State Park in north central Minnesota. I use links to improve Read More …