Tag Archives: North America

A visit with Angels at Angel’s Landing

I sat near a 1,500 foot vertical drop and admired the view.  It had taken me almost 8 years of plotting and planning to make this trip a reality. The view from Angel’s Landing exceeded expectations and was worth the wait.  The early explorers were right. Continue Reading . . .

Spotlight Thursday – On the Edge of the North Rim of the Grand Canyon

Every Thursday, I will be posting a photo from my travels and a spotlight on the location. Today’s Spotlight Thursday is from my visit to the North Rim of the Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona.  The North Rim was the last stop on my 2012 National Park Road Trip. Grand Canyon National Park was my 27th National Park on my quest to visit all 59 US National Parks. Continue Reading . . .

10 Revolutionary War Landmarks Every US Citizen’s Should Visit

Happy 239th Birthday United States of America!

On this day 239 years ago, the thirteen United States of America pass the Declaration of Independence.  Over the next seven years, the newly formed United States would repel the British forces and secure their independence.  The war took place all over the thirteen colonies.  Here are 10 Revolutionary War Landmarks every United States Citizen should visit at least once. Continue Reading . . .