pring always seems to stir up my wanderlust — and this year, I followed it all the way to Europe. In this month’s newsletter, I’m sharing a few highlights from a grand European cruise Vern and I took along the Danube, Main, and Rhine from Budapest to Amsterdam. One of my favorite memories? A lively … Read more
Ever have one of those moments where you really wish you’d followed your own advice? I had one years ago in Death Valley, face to face with a rattlesnake in Monarch Canyon. (Don’t worry — I clearly lived to tell the tale!) That story pairs perfectly with Part 1 of my latest “On the Road with Ranger Rose” Death Valley … Read more
As the year winds down and the lights go up, I’m trading in trail boots for twinkle lights (just for a little while!). This month’s newsletter is packed with holiday cheer — from a road trip through some of the West’s most stunning landscapes, to Christmas chaos involving collapsing gingerbread houses and flocked trees gone … Read more
Hello friends. Happy October!! This month is full of new trails to explore — both on the road and at the writing desk! I’m thrilled to share some big news about a brand-new TV adventure I’m filming, plus a peek inside my writing nook, a fun throwback to the time I tried my hand at … Read more
The San Mateo Coast from Pacifica to Davenport is a stunning, 40 mile stretch along Highway 1. Also known as the ‘Slow Coast’ it is a great place to unwind. Bright green grass and an explosion of wild flowers await you. Start at Linda Mar Beach in Pacifica, and head south along Highway 1. Once … Read more
Looking to escape the wet days of winter? Head east to Nevada and find adventure. There is so much to see in the Silver State! Most travelers think of Reno, Las Vegas, or WW II bomb testing sites when they think of Nevada, and wonder why anyone would want to explore this desert state. But … Read more
Cody Stark with CBS Channel 31’s popular show called ‘Good Day Sacramento’ filmed an episode with me walking along the American River. We talked about my latest book: ‘Tales From a Rogue Ranger’, and also about my first book: ‘Trip Tales: From Family Camping to Life as a Ranger’. He laughed out loud at each … Read more
Cruise down U.S. Highway 395 this fall and immerse yourself in eastern Sierra splendor! Aspen leaves shimmer like gold coins against indigo desert skies. The segment between Carson City, Nevada and Lone Pine, California showcases some of the most stunning scenery in the west. Tall peaks stretch upward to 14,000 feet, and plunge straight down … Read more
Want to get out onto the open road, but you’re not sure what to bring? Or what kind of camping gear you want? Are you planning to tent camp, rent a trailer, or maybe a small camping van? Or are you thinking of a pickup truck with a camper, or a full-sized motorhome? Camping rigs … Read more
WOW! Blog Tour April 8 – May 12 April 8, 2024 – muffin.wow-womenonwriting.com April 9, 2024 – facebook.com/whatisthatbookabout April 10, 2024 – fancythatblog.com April 11, 2024 – jodiwebwriter.com/blog April 12, 2024 – saratribmle.wordpress.com April 15, 2024 – astorybookworld.com April 18, 2024 – fionaingramauthor.blogspot.com April 19, 2024 – pagesanpaws.com April 20, 2024 – theshaggyshepherd.wordpress.com April 22 … Read more