Some Roads Were Made for Clever Journeys
Of all the roads we’ve taken, the journeys back to ourselves are the most magnificent. They are always there. You just have to decide when to take it.
National Parks Fun Facts
. Mesa Verde National Park in Colorado was the first national park established to protect human created structures and history, including 5,000 archaeological sites and 600 cliff dwellings of the Ancestral Pueblo people. California’s Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks is home to the largest living single-stem tree in the world, the giant […]
Chicken Salad With Red Grapes Recipe
This chicken salad recipe makes a delicious, quick meal and was inspired by our recent trip to the wine region of Texas (between Fredericksburg and Johnson City). We also enjoy H-E-B Meal Simple Turkey Salad with Pecans and Cranberries. Yum! We make this with chicken, grapes, and roasted […]
The 7 C’s of Camping
Many of the questions and concerns RVers, motorcyclists, and campers have are solved with mutual respect, courtesy and common sense. Here are the “Seven C’s of Camping:” 1. Care – We will care how we camp by being considerate of others. 2. Caution – We will use caution in the use […]
10 ‘Enlightening’ Facts You Likely Forgot
Lightning can happen at any time – during snow storms, in hurricane rain bands, in dust storms and forest fires, they are even found in volcanic eruption clouds. We need to think of lightning safety anytime there is a severe thunderstorm in our area. In the USA, there are several states where […]
New Mexico’s Sand Dunes and Giant Cavern
New Mexico is a beautiful state with two of our top favorite natural attractions in the Southwest. White Sands National Park Lose yourself among the rolling white sand dunes of a true American treasure and descend into the depths of an ancient cavern with more than 300 stunning […]
Palo Duro Canyon is a True Texas Natural Wonder
Travel deep into the heart of the Texas Panhandle and you’ll find a true natural wonder. Canyon walls gleaming orange in bright sunshine, otherworldly rock formations, and scenic trails lined with mesquite and juniper trees await at Palo Duro Canyon. About 120 miles long and 20 miles wide, and […]
Texas Hill Country Thunder Rally is Back- March 25-28, 2021
Texas Hill Country Thunder Rally is back. The March 25-28, 2021 event will be the 20th straight rally held at Bandera’s Mansfield Park. Consisting of tent camping, poker run, vendors, food, and field events, there will be music throughout the day Friday and Saturday. Their bike show, tattoo […]
Visit Texas Guadalupe Mountains for Ultimate Hiking Adventures
Returning only twice since the 1970s, I first learned about hiking up the highest location in my state from my Texas State University Journalism (then Southwest Texas State University) professor, David Yates, in 1977. Guadalupe Mountains National Park He published, for a .90 to $1.50, an 11 1/2″×14 […]
Clever Tip 5: How to Make Your Own Mini Dehumidifier
Are you troubled with humidity in your bathroom, a closet, cellar or attic? Do you live near the coast or other humid area? Evidence shows there are health risks (and even problems with clothing stored) associated with high humidity areas in homes. Here is how to save some […]
Clever Tip 4: How to Melt Snow Before You’re Out of Water
The key word is “BEFORE.” Try one of these methods before you need it. Be anticipatory and BEFORE you decide to melt snow, check the quality of it. Be certain to collect clean and fresh snow. Avoid discolored and stained ice. Being patient since melting can take a […]
Clever Tip #2: Power Out? Refrigerator is Good for 4 Hours, Unless…
When the power goes out, your refrigerator and freezer will only stay cold for so long. According to the American Red Cross, an unopened refrigerator will keep food cold for four hours. After this, temperatures will begin to rise to unsafe levels. A full, unopened freezer will keep food […]
