Explore the journey — one trail, museum, meal, and memory at a time.
Chiricahua National Monument AZ
I hiked the Echo Canyon Loop in Chiricahua National Monument on a perfect spring day. The Grotto, Hailstone, and Ed Riggs trails wind through towering rhyolite columns, balanced boulders, and pine forest. A narrow canyon crossing, a quiet moment with a horse, and nearly four hours on the trail made this one of my favorite Arizona hikes.
Pictured Rocks Kayaking Adventure
I spent the day paddling right up against the towering cliffs of Pictured Rocks, slipping into hidden caves, watching cormorants lift off in flocks, and feeling just how alive and ever-changing these ancient sandstone walls really are. There’s no better way to experience Lake Superior’s wild shoreline than from the seat of a kayak.