05 Apr Things to do on your next San Francisco visit
Lot of reasons come to mind for vacationing in San Francisco. We’ve always saved the city as our urban playground to finish a long outdoor...
16 Feb Portland rocks as gateway to Maine
Why visit Portland, Maine? Portland Head Light, lobster, beer and museums are just the start. We stayed in the historic downtown Portland harbor section, home...
05 Feb Cesky Krumlov: A picture-perfect medieval town
Cesky Krumlov offers a can't miss medieval Old Town, nestled among rolling green hills. Visiting this Czech town is a journey both into the South...
30 Jan 2020 winter outdoor gear for active travel
There are a few things in life we’re willing to invest a little extra in – like warm weather gear for winter outdoor travel. We’re...
16 Jan Olympic National Park – 3 parks in 1
Olympic National Park combines alpine mountains, lush rain forest and rugged coastal shores. We watched a loping black bear along a hilly ridge, waded in...
10 Jan Florida Keys Bike Tour – Marathon to Looe Key
Day two of our bike tour down the Florida Keys took us from Marathon to Looe Key, with many fun stops along the way. Highlights...
04 Jan National park safety tips
After 35 years of visiting national parks, sometimes three to four times a year, we’re often asked the question, “are national parks safe?” Here are...
13 Dec What’s all the buzz about an electric bike?
8 things you need to know about an electric bike, including how fast, how far, how to transport and how you can rent or demo...
21 Nov Hiking Antelope Canyon slot canyons in Utah
Arizona and Utah are well known for their slot canyons, which provide a cool hiking escape from hot temperatures and an even cooler outdoor photography...
18 Nov A bike, hike, beach getaway to Hilton Head
Visit Hilton Head Island offseason to enjoy bike paths, beaches, shops and restaurants with just a small handful of folks. ...