1. Pack a Variety of Entertainment “Mom, are we there yet?” “Dad, how much longer?” “I’m bored” How many times have you heard these things during a short little road trip or vacation? If it’s anything like us, then...
Our Grand Adventure Work Camping in Yellowstone National Park
If you have ever wondered what it would be like living in a national park for an entire season, then keep reading. We want to share our adventure of work camping in Yellowstone National Park — the world’s first national...
Working in National Parks
We started our journey to work camp in a national park the year we visited Glacier and Yellowstone national parks. We noted a consistent theme in both parks: they were shorthanded in the concessioner areas in and around the parks....
14 of the Most Romantic Destinations in North America
Valentine’s Day is approaching once again! This time of year is an exciting time for those who want to have a romantic adventure. With so many choices and different types of destination options, it can be difficult to choose. Your...
Why We Love Badlands National Park
About 1 million people a year make the trek to a remote portion of South Dakota to visit Badlands National Park, and recently we found out why! With its combination of stunning overlook vistas, unique rock formations and interesting hikes,...
Off the Beaten Path
After a great summer in North Dakota, we left the Garrison Dam National Fish Hatchery shortly after Labor Day and spent three months on the road to get to our winter quarters in Florida. We had many national parks on...
Visit Shiloh National Military Park
Are you a fan of national parks, battlefields, and historical sites? If you're passing through Tennessee near the Mississippi Valley, you'll want to add a day to your itinerary to visit Shiloh National Military Park. Shiloh National Military Park spans...
Acadia National Park- Exploring the Crown Jewel of the Northeast
It has been said that national parks are one of our greatest gifts the American people have been bestowed. They span the country and preserve America’s amazing natural beauty and rich cultural history. For many people, national parks are “bucket list”...
North Dakota- Be Legendary
Peggy and I had the pleasure to volunteer at the Garrison Dam National Fish Hatchery this summer. The hatchery is working closely with North Dakota Game and Fish. The purpose of this partnership is to keep the state attractive for...
Meet America’s Newest 5 National Parks
Author Wallace Stegner once described the U.S. national parks as the greatest idea we ever had. They encompass some of the most awe-inspiring locations in the nation, and they belong to everyone. Showcasing the variety in flora, fauna, geography, and...