Hiking the Skyline Loop Trail at Mt. Rainier National Park

Let me take you on a journey through one of the most beautiful hikes I've ever done; featuring colorful wildflowers, mountain glaciers, roaring waterfalls, abundant wildlife, towering pines, and, of course, a beer at the peak. Welcome to Mt. Rainier National Park.

A Weekend Away in Buckhorn State Park

This Wisconsin state park boasted a wonderful array of outdoor activities such as stunning campsites, an interpretive canoe trail, hiking trails and a swimming area. You'll never run out of things to do!

Hiking Every Trail at Nelson Dewey State Park

Nelson Dewey State Park is a beautiful park with some of the best views of the Mississippi River in the state of Wisconsin.

Everything You Need To Know Before Visiting Peninsula State Park

Peninsula State Park is located on Wisconsin's iconic Door Peninsula in Door County. This state park is considered Wisconsin's most 'complete park' because it has something for any occasion.

Exploring the Ruins at Ha Ha Tonka State Park

Ha Ha Tonka State Park looks like a scene straight out of Narnia; with stone ruins decorating the cliff's edge and a windy river hundreds of feet below, you'd be surprised to find out this place isn't in Germany. Well, surprise! Ha Ha Tonka State Park lies in the heart of Missouri, and it has a pretty intriguing story behind it.

Indiana Sand Dunes National Park

At first glance, this park might seem like a one-and-done type of bucket list item, but the re-visitability of this park is high. In the summer, the dunes make for the perfect beach day destination. Day hikes, swimming and picnics are done best here.

Wildlife Spotting in the Everglades

Flamingo Marina is probably the best spot in Everglades National Park for wildlife viewing. Since it is located with direct access to the ocean, you can see alligators, crocodiles, sharks, dolphins and, of course, manatees.

A Day in the Life of a Producer

For those that don't know, I am a TV show producer for the kids' environmental program Into the Outdoors. This show airs nationally across the United States on PBS channels, and it covers a variety of topics relating to different areas of the country, so we get to film nationally. This is probably my favorite … Continue reading A Day in the Life of a Producer

Goin’ Down the Bayou — Swamp Tour

Southern Louisiana is largely bayou. When you think of a bayou or swamp, what do you picture? Maybe it's dirty water with gnarly looming trees and a low film of fog. Or shallow muck that creeps onto the shoreline. Well, maybe these aren't that far off from reality, but it's far more beautiful than your … Continue reading Goin’ Down the Bayou — Swamp Tour

Way Down in New Orleans

New Orleans is lively city full of rich color, character and amazing food! The activities are endless and there's a little something for everyone. We were way down in New Orleans for about four days, staying just a couple blocks away from the French Quarter and Bourbon Street. We packed a lot into a couple … Continue reading Way Down in New Orleans