Exploring Shawnee National Forest in a Weekend

No disrespect to my home state of Illinois, but the prairie land is not the first place that comes to mind for diverse landscapes. I was proven wrong this weekend when making a trip from Chicago to Shawnee National Forest … Continued

4 Can’t Miss Outdoor Adventures in the Pocono Mountains

We flew through the forest, jumped off a tree, paddled down the Delaware River, biked a scenic rail-trail, and hiked to amazing waterfalls while visiting Pennsylvania. Welcome to the Pocono Mountains You can find the Pocono Mountains covering four counties … Continued

Summer Fun in Leavenworth: A Day on the River with Osprey Rafting

SUMMER ROAD TRIP, DAY 44 Not only is Leavenworth a lovely mountain village, but it is also situated on the crystal clear waters of the Wenatchee River. On a 90 degree summer day, we couldn’t think of a better activity to choose than rafting … Continued

Jewel Cave, Mount Rushmore and a Rodeo

SUMMER ROAD TRIP, DAY 7 A Cave, A Mountain Carving and Cowboys We had the ultimate South Dakota day! We explored an enormous cave, gaped at the amazement of Mount Rushmore and admired the traditions of the cowboy. The Dazzling … Continued