Traveling in the mountains of NC is a joy, winding roads, cool breeze and beautiful scenery. This past weekend, I decided to take some family members to Chimney Rock State Park, just outside of Morganton NC. A short 20 minute ride from the main interstate puts you smack in the middle of great recreation. The […]
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Just inside Utah, above the Northern Rim of the Grand Canyon is one of the most beautiful parks in America. The Zion National Park is literally as awe inspiring as the Canyon. The park is very busy, it is visited by millions of people per year. You have to go regardless. As you start to […]
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I get it, you want to be prepared. You want the best and coolest gear. So after a few thousand dollars, you look like a member of SEAL TEAM 6. But what about all the other times when you are just waiting on the Apocalypse? One of the best traits to have is to understand […]
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So you want to go camping? Tired of tents? Getting rained on? Muddy equipment? How about a home built trailer? I have been camping for years, been pretty much around the country and hiked through many boots. But nothing compares to a easy meal and a great bed when it comes to camping. You get […]
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Spending time at Lake Powell was a real treat. After visiting the Canyon, we went up to Lake Powell and decided to spend some time there. A few bucks for a boat and we were on the water. The water is clear and cold . The lake levels go up and down due to the […]
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Going to Maui was another check off on the bucket list. Betty and I were to meet some friends of ours there and spend a week sightseeing. Upon arrival on a puddle jumper from Hawaii, we were surprised at how comfortable the temperatures were. Low 80’s and a breeze were the norm. After settling in […]
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Building the trailer wasn’t hard even if I didn’t know what I was doing. I think it turned out pretty well, even though I could have spent much less or added other features that I thought about afterward. I guess my best advice is to go slow and take the time to write down your […]
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I recently went to Key West with my brother Randy and my girlfriend Betty. We had flights that were cancelled because of a massive snowstorm that was hitting the South. We spent a day or so waiting to see if the airlines would reopen, going as far as rerouting through Atlanta. But, those flights were […]
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The sun came up early and I wanted to get out to the mountainside before others got on the trails. The day before I had been able to hike without seeing many other hikers. This day the weather was cool and clear. I started by going to a trail on the other side of the […]
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One of the biggest lakes in North Carolina is Lake Norman. This man made lake is also home to Lake Norman State Park. The park is full of things to do, including, biking, camping, boating, hiking, and plenty more. Just before Charlotte NC, the Park is in Mooresville, a small town that being discovered by […]
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Merchants Millpond State Park
I had a few days off so I took to the road hoping to get in a few days of cat The park is located near the Dismal Swamp in eastern North Carolina, near the Virginia state line.
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Let’s go fishing!
I will show my age here, but fishing used to be a Zibco 33 reel and fiberglass rod, only one, and some worms found in the woods. A hook and bobber, cold Mountain Dew and some peanuts completed the gear.
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Chimney Rock State Park NC
Traveling in the mountains of NC is a joy, winding roads, cool breeze and beautiful scenery. This past weekend, I decided to take some family members to Chimney Rock State Park, just outside of Morganton NC. A short 20 minute ride from the main interstate puts you smack in the middle of great recreation. The […]
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