U.S. Outdoor & Travel Photography & Stories

Outdoor Attractions at Colorado Springs

Posted on September 30, 2020August 25, 2023By Heather

I’m sitting in front of a fire in my sweats, under a red, chunky knit blanket. I’m in a drafty and strangely decorated stranger’s house … Continue ReadingOutdoor Attractions at Colorado Springs

Camping & Hiking Quandary Peak in Colorado

Posted on July 23, 2020August 8, 2023By Heather

We have isolated for months in response to COVID-19. All our trips have are canceled. Work jaunts to cities around the country for speaking engagements … Continue ReadingCamping & Hiking Quandary Peak in Colorado

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How to Spend 2 Days in Athens, Greece

Posted on October 3, 2019December 19, 2020By Heather

When some friends of ours asked, “Do you want to go to Santorini with us in September?” the obvious answer was an immediate, obvious yes. … Continue ReadingHow to Spend 2 Days in Athens, Greece

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Quick Hits in Tacoma, Washington

Posted on August 24, 2019May 26, 2024By Heather

I spent a night in Tacoma, Washington passing through between Ashford and Mount Rainier on my way to Seattle to speak at a conference. If … Continue ReadingQuick Hits in Tacoma, Washington

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Camping & Hiking in Summit County, Colorado

Posted on August 23, 2019August 8, 2023By Heather

This Summit County, Colorado camping and hiking trip seemed like it had all the odds stacked against it from day one. It’s been more than … Continue ReadingCamping & Hiking in Summit County, Colorado

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Mount Rainier & Ashford, WA

Posted on August 11, 2019August 24, 2019By Heather

Mount Rainier has called to me since the first time I saw it with my own eyes nearly 15 years ago. I plan to hike … Continue ReadingMount Rainier & Ashford, WA

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Summer Camping at White Rock Mountain, Arkansas

Posted on June 20, 2019November 20, 2021By Heather

My brother and I have been looking for a good excuse to use all the backpacking gear we invested in (hiking to the top of Pikes Peak was its inaugural journey), so we put a camping trip on the books for White Rock Mountain, Arkansas in the Ozark National Forest. … Read More >Summer Camping at White Rock Mountain, Arkansas

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Volunteer Park Conservatory in Seattle, Washington

Posted on May 1, 2019May 1, 2019By Heather

Seattle is one of my favorite cities in the U.S. I frequently visit the Pacific Northwest for work, and I always try to tack on … Continue ReadingVolunteer Park Conservatory in Seattle, Washington

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Where to Eat in Portland, Kennebunkport & Kennebunk in Maine

Posted on February 18, 2019February 18, 2019By Heather

It should be freezing cold and everything should be buried in snow. Instead the cobblestone streets of Old Port are wet with melting slush and … Continue ReadingWhere to Eat in Portland, Kennebunkport & Kennebunk in Maine

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Two-Day Business Trip to Boston, Massachusetts

Posted on November 4, 2018May 26, 2024By Heather

Boston, Massachusetts. One of the nation’s oldest cities. Pivotal place in the American Revolution. 2018 World Series champions. Destination of our short business trip to … Continue ReadingTwo-Day Business Trip to Boston, Massachusetts

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Small Town America: Weston, MO & Atchison, KS

Posted on October 21, 2018May 26, 2024By Heather

Without fail, October through December every year is a madhouse for us. As if the holidays weren’t enough, both of our jobs tend to ramp … Continue ReadingSmall Town America: Weston, MO & Atchison, KS

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My First 14er: Pikes Peak, Colorado

Posted on October 7, 2018August 8, 2023By Heather

Growing up, I felt like my bond with my brother Cody was close. Granted, our four-year age gap meant that we were in middle school, … Continue ReadingMy First 14er: Pikes Peak, Colorado

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One-Day Business Trip to Detroit

Posted on June 21, 2018May 26, 2024By Heather

Some people say Detroit is a dead city. Some say that historic Motor City has been pushed past the point of no return after taking … Continue ReadingOne-Day Business Trip to Detroit

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How to Spend a Long Weekend in San Diego

Posted on March 29, 2018August 25, 2023By Heather

I found myself back in San Diego, California for the second spring in a row for a conference. Last year, my sister-in-law and her three … Continue ReadingHow to Spend a Long Weekend in San Diego

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Christmas Week in Annapolis & Washington, DC

Posted on December 28, 2017May 26, 2024By Heather

My husband and I rotate where we do Christmas each year. Some years we may stay home in Kansas City to visit with my side … Continue ReadingChristmas Week in Annapolis & Washington, DC

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Desert Hiking Trip to Moab, Utah

Posted on October 10, 2017August 25, 2023By Heather

This was the second leg of my annual solo hiking trip to Utah. I spent the last few days in Salt Lake City and then hit … Continue ReadingDesert Hiking Trip to Moab, Utah

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Visiting Salt Lake City & Park City in September

Posted on September 26, 2017September 3, 2021By Heather

I try to get away every year or two for a hiking-based trip on my own. This year I escaped to spend some quality time … Continue ReadingVisiting Salt Lake City & Park City in September

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Dog-Friendly Minneapolis Road Trip!

Posted on September 5, 2017November 20, 2021By Heather

Part of my beagle’s bucket list was to take a short road trip. We chose Minneapolis because it is a short enough drive (about 6.5 … Continue ReadingDog-Friendly Minneapolis Road Trip!