Sugar Pine Sunday

March 21st, 2021 Yesterday we arrived at Sugar Pine Point State Park on the west shore of Lake Tahoe. The beauty here comes through so loud and clear, there’s really no need for words. If you’re interested in reading about the historic Hellman-Ehrman Mansion (Pine Lodge), you can read more information here. It’s currently closed, but fingers crossed it’ll be

West Shore Explore

March 20th, 2021 A couple weeks ago, we were bored on a Sunday so we hopped in the car and drove the circumference of Lake Tahoe. The loop — with its many twists and turns — is about 72 miles, filled with vistas at every point. Our first stop was just above Emerald Bay overlooking Fannette Island. There’s only one

Catching the Light

March 16th, 2021 Today we’re in the Yukon Territory reliving a trip from three years ago that Jay and I made in search of the Northern Lights. We booked the trip only a few days in advance after reading that the Aurora was forecast to be active. It’s only a forecast — the solar winds can change, weather can blow

Travel Challenge Day Three: Canada

January 12th, 2021 Here we are, folks. Day three of the Travel Challenge! Today we’re in British Columbia, Canada at Joffre Lakes Provincial Park. One of the tenets of of the Travel Challenge is that you don’t have to explain why your chosen photo is a favorite. But I’m going to tell you anyway! (I bet you saw that coming.)

Grand Canyon: Colorado River Back to the Rim

December 12th, 2020 After yesterday’s lunch by the water, we’ve resumed our hike along the bottom of the Grand Canyon. The Bright Angel Trail leads across the next bridge, back to the south shore of the Colorado River. Looking left, we see horses and riders moving slowly along a narrow lip of the canyon wall.  Sunlight hits Bright Angel Gorge

Grand Canyon: The Tipoff to the Colorado River

December 11th, 2020 Yesterday we stood near the Tipoff and savored the view of the Colorado River. Let’s get moving on the trail so we can stop for a dip! The trail continues around a promontory and emerges on the other side with a layered view to the north. Looking down from the trail, the terrain drops off steeply all

Grand Canyon: Skeleton Point to the Tipoff

December 10th, 2020 Yesterday we continued on the South Kaibab Trail to this precipice below Skeleton Point. I love this view not only because of its dramatic location but because it’s another moment where the length of the day’s route comes back into focus. A dozen switchbacks etch the slope below. They only take you as far as the next

Grand Canyon: O’Neill Butte to Skeleton Point

December 9th, 2020 Beyond yesterday’s view of O’Neill Butte, the South Kaibab Trail draws across the plateau to Skeleton Point. Looking back, the canyon wall has come into view. It’s hard to believe a trail descends that vertical face. Skeleton Point is unremarkable — a clearing where you can clear your head for what’s to come or what’s behind you,