My drive north on the Pacific Coast Highway in California left me awestruck as I viewed the picturesque scenery along the route. This segment of my trip started in Lompoc,…
Tulip Time celebrates Dutch traditions. The festival occurs annually in Pella, Iowa, on the first Thursday, Friday, and Saturday of May. The 87th Annual Tulip Time starts on Thursday, May…
Mature Forest Trail at Swiss Valley Nature Preserve The day began like any other day in May. I finished several projects and decided to take a hike late that afternoon.…
View from Swiss Valley Preserve Parking Lot On a warm, sunny April afternoon, I felt the urge to spend time outdoors and decided to hike at Swiss Valley Nature Preserve.…
Yellowstone National Park Yellowstone National Park is located in the northwest corner of Wyoming, with a small portion in Montana and Idaho. I visited Yellowstone National Park for the first…