South to the North Coast

The trails allow visitors to experience this spectacular old-growth rainforest from the inside.

Columbus Day backpacking – Can I burn the map now?

We were the first people to leave the packed down PCT since the snow had fallen. It was about two feet deep at the point where we left the trail. Arno suggests 1 1/2 feet deep. Either way, it’s a lot to break trail through.

Faerieworlds 2013

I like to believe that if there were magical creatures among us, this is where they would appear.

Airborne Sweet 16

Today is my baby girl’s birthday. Scratch that. It’s my lovely young lady’s birthday.

July 4th Road Trip – Part III: John Day Fossil Beds

Arno and I had never been to this part of Oregon before, and for me it was a surprise to discover what a wealth of fossil excavation and high-quality paleontology is going on right here in my back yard.

July 4th Road Trip – Part II: Warhawk Air Museum

Though I had suggested the museum stop as a way to placate the boys, I ended up really enjoying it, and wished there was more time to spend exploring.

Oregon Tulips

I was desperate for something to help me re-direct my sour mood yesterday morning.

Alberta Street Fair!

A fun weekend and the Alberta Street Fair were our reward after the complications of delivering a pet to show and tell.