Tenino, Washington is oddly famous for two things. First, the United States Army has used a geographical map of Tenino as a standard in map reading/training since the mid-1970s (due to the variety of different symbols used on the...
Summer is the Best Time for an Oregon Coast Trip
Most times of the year, the Oregon Coast is windy, rainy and cold. But in summertime you can get lucky with mild winds and sunny days. Some days it’s even nice enough to wear a t-shirt! On days when...
Visit Historic Annapolis, Maryland
Nestled in the heart of the Chesapeake Bay at the mouth of the Severn River, Annapolis is defined by the water surrounding it, and the history it shaped. Grab an ice cream cone and join the parade of boats...
Family Day Trip to South Berwick, Maine
New England is famous for quaint towns, historic homes, and cozy restaurants. South Berwick, Maine, is one of those fabulous towns, with a wide variety of entertainment for all ages and tastes. We recently took a day trip there...
Finding a Gem at Echo Lake in New Hampshire
When you think of lakes in the state of New Hampshire, most people think of Lake Winnipesauke or Lake Sunappee, as they are two of the largest lakes in the state. My family and I, however, decided on taking...
Twilight Road Trip: Visiting Forks and La Push
As reluctant as I am now to admit it, the Twilight Saga book series by Stephenie Meyer somewhat influenced our decision to relocate to the Pacific Northwest from the Midwest in 2015. Scenes from the original 2008 Twilight movie featuring...
Finding Cape Flattery, Washington
Presented with a full week to fully explore Washington state’s Olympic Peninsula, finding the the northwesternmost point in the contiguous United States consumed a full afternoon. Named by British Explorer James Cook in 1778, Cape Flattery lies at the...
The Best of the Rest of Cañon City, Colorado
In my previous article, I shared the thrills of seeing Cañon City’s biggest draw, the Royal Gorge, by Jeep tour, whitewater rafting, and train. But there’s plenty more to discover in this Old West city. Winery and Tasting After our jeep trip,...
