Outdoor Adventure | Fitness | Self Exploration
After 25 years of hiking in Florida, I’ve developed an appreciation for the small details in the landscape, which others may miss. Florida’s landscape is often nothing but a sea of green and to the untrained eye. However, one of the things I love most about Florida’s landscape is how the light plays through the trees, reflects off the water …
I’m a big believer in keeping my goals front and center, so I keep a vision board near my desk. It helps me stay focused on what steps I need to take to achieve my dreams. With the New Year approaching, several friends and I met to update our boards. It was a lot of fun comparing goals and looking …
Throughout the year, I receive items to test. Most are from large manufacturers or retailers. However, three times this year I received items from small businesses that have developed innovative, awesome products. I can’t help but get super excited when I get to be a part of what they are building – the American Dream. The first I reviewed was …
The changing color of the rock in Zion was nearly as impressive as the size of the cliffs. Sometimes the color shift was so sudden it looked like it had been striped by a painter. Unfortunately our hike on the Observation Point Trail had us shooting photos into the sun most of the day. Next trip we plan to time …
Returning to exercise can be a challenge. Here are some tips to help you get back on track. Staying fit hasn’t been easy lately. Holiday parties are in full swing, I got sick, and I’ve been stuck at my desk most of the month. When I noticed a little “muffin-top” showing above my pants, I knew I’d better get back …
I’ve had fun adding more international guest-posts to the blog recently. This one explores Italy’s all-inclusive ski resorts. Enjoy… Italy is a beautiful nation rich in culture and an ideal choice for an all-inclusive break. The country is a popular winter sports destination and boasts some excellent resorts if you’re after a truly luxurious getaway where you don’t have …
2012 was a good travel year for me – especially the last half! My hard drive is full of great images that overwhelm my borderline ADD, so I challenged myself to select just three or less images from each destination to share with you in the form of a 2:10 video. Let me know what you think… Enjoy! For a …
Today’s guest post has me adding a new destination to my travel wish-list…. Enjoy! Greece is an eternally popular holiday destination that enthralls and delights visitors year after year, and it’s certainly not hard to see why. From its ancient architecture and mythical tales of gods and beasts, to its golden sands and soaring rugged mountain peaks, few places are …
“Nope, no way, I’m not climbing out on that rock so you can take a picture,” was the last thing I said before climbing out on that rock just off the Observation Point Trail in Zion National Park. Confession time, “The Active Explorer” is afraid of heights, not all heights, just natural ledges when I’m not on rope. So, when …
Since the late 1930’s when Route 66 was completed, road trips have become a staple of the American people. I have fond memories of my parents packing up the station wagon (and later the mini-van), ushering my brother and I into the back seats, and trekking across America to some distant family member or long awaited vacation destination. We had …