[Chiricahua National Park, Sep 27, 2026] I like to start my hikes early, but the 4 am wake up call was still tough. I wanted to be done with my hike no later than noon because I am sensitive to heat and the hike had no shade. That meant I’d have to start the hike…
[Chiricahua National Park, Sep 26, 2026] With the 2027 HEDW conference set to be hosted by the University of Arizona in Tucson, it was time for the HEDW board, which I am on, to convene to start planning it. Of course, I had to extend my trip to add in a personal side quest! Since…
[Ashland, OR, Sep 5, 2026] A rainstorm had come through the area overnight, but we woke up to sunny skies. It was still a bit chilly though, so we were not in a hurry to go out for our hike. We slept in and enjoyed the breakfast at our hotel, although the dining room was…
[Originally published Apr 9, 2022] Unless you’re paying close attention to a map, the proximity of some of America’s best national parks to both our southern and northern neighbors might elude you. Below are some easy sojourns into Canada and Mexico on a national park trip. Be sure to bring your valid (unexpired) passport! Victoria,…
[International Falls, MN, Aug 29, 2026] I wasn’t overly excited about Voyageurs National Park. For a hiker like me, Voyageurs does not have much to offer because it’s a water-based park. Interconnected lakes, wetlands and waterways make up close to 50% of its area. It’s also fairly remote, tucked away against the Canadian border on…