Cruising the Slow Coast

The village of Pescadero is a time portal into the past with intriguing shops in a scenic country setting.

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

Cruising Down U.S. Highway 395

Snowshoe Thompson’s 10 foot skis, Mormon Station State Historic Park

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

Ranger Rose’s Road Tripping Tips

Red Jeep with black soft top in desert environment

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

“Tales from a Rogue Ranger” Blog Tour

Dates for the Tales from a Rogue Ranger tour - also in the text of the post

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

Road Trippin’ on Route 66 in Arizona

Wild burros walking in streets in Oatman, AZ

Ever since I was a little kid listening to Nat King Cole croon about how to “Get your kicks on Route 66” I longed to travel down that amazing highway, clicking off miles from California to Chicago, stopping in fascinating little towns, enjoying delectable meals in trendy little diners, and seeing the sights across America. … Read more

For the Birds

Our car is getting dive-bombed with bird droppings. So is our white picket fence. Our brick walkway is covered in pink and white splats. There are birds EVERYWHERE! Why? Because our neighborhood has so many bird feeders. All kinds of bird feeders. Seed feeders. Hummingbird feeders. Large and small feeders of every conceivable variety. Auburn … Read more

Auburn’s Vintage Neighborhoods: Time Portals into the Past

What is it about older neighborhoods that captivates people? Auburn is famous throughout the West for its Gold Rush history. Folks gravitate here to enjoy the hot spots and entertainment venues illustrated in tourism brochures. But, behind all the colorful shops and restaurants, the backstreets are truly beckon us to explore. The hillsides in town … Read more

Out and About at the Sierra Buttes

Packer Lake Lodge

The Gold Lakes area near Sierra City, CA showcases the spectacular Sierra Buttes. These imposing volcanic monoliths tower thousands of feet above the river valleys below. Dozens of glacially-sculpted lakes surround the peaks, and streams crisscross through emerald green meadows. Autumn is a great time to be here. Visitors to the area delight in the … Read more