If you’re following our adventures around Atlanta, GA, you know my husband and I are serving a church mission here. Once a week, we have a day to discover new locations in and around Atlanta. A few weeks ago, we…
Stone Mountain in Fall: Discovering Georgia’s Granite Giant in October
On a damp, misty Monday in October, Stone Mountain in fall reveals a different side of itself—quieter, more contemplative, with many attractions shuttered for the day. But the park’s massive centerpiece remains impossible to ignore, even through the fog, and…
Hike to Cecret Lake in Albion Basin, Utah
A hike to Cecret Lake (pronounced like Secret)Â will introduce you to spectacular views of the Albion Basin, as well as opportunities to see wildflowers and wildlife. Situated above the town and ski resort of Alta and surrounded by mountain peaks,…
Stewart Falls Trail: A Mid-July Morning on Mt. Timpanogas
As the sun began to peek over the mountains, my husband and I arrived at the Aspen Grove parking lot. Because it was mid-July, we arrived early, about 6:45 am, to beat the heat. Our goal? The Stewart Falls trailhead.…
Capitol Reef: Low-Cost Getaway Adventure
No vacation is completely free, that’s for sure. But as my husband and I celebrated another year of wedded bliss, we decided to trade expensive fancy dinners and crowded tourist traps for something far more memorable: the stunning, surprisingly serene,…
Adventure Awaits: Thrilling Outdoor Activities in Thredbo
In Thredbo, Australia, there’s an adventure waiting for everyone. Whether you’re headed to the iconic ski destination for the season, or you’re exploring the outdoors in the warmer months, there is something for you to discover in Australia’s Snowy Mountains.…
Hike Tennessee – Walls of Jericho
Anytime is a good time to hike Tennessee! And there are so many great options. Among the alternatives is the hike to the Walls of Jericho near the TN-AL state line. Legend claims that in the late 1700s Davy Crockett…
5 Waterfalls Near the Twin Cities, MN
Minnesota is known as the “Land of 10,000 Lakes,” so it just makes sense there’d be a few waterfalls, too. In fact, there are over one hundred! This is not a guide to all of them, but to 5 waterfalls…