First Hike 1/1/25 – Fort Churchill State Historic Park

I’m currently working on a map art project, and it struck me that the cut ends of the fallen logs along the trail resemble a compass rose. The longest cracks seem to point in a direction. Carson River Our family went on a Ranger-led group hike 3.25 miles there & back cloudy/52°F red tail hawks, … Continue reading First Hike 1/1/25 – Fort Churchill State Historic Park

Snow Rose

Feature Photo by my younger sister - she grows roses and takes photos in Denver, CO with her husband and their standard poodle, Patrick.

Donner Pass Train Tunnels Hike

One of the reasons I decided to join a homeschool co-op was the opportunity to explore the area with some “local guides“ aka other families who’ve lived here longer than we have. I’m fairly sure I’d never have found this unique hike on my own. Ooo, ice cream - ice cream sounds good! Some of … Continue reading Donner Pass Train Tunnels Hike

Keep Tahoe Blue

One Day in Monterey, California

The day after Gilroy Gardens, we spent the day in Monterey. First things first - Breakfast at First Awakenings in Pacific Grove. If you’re anywhere near this restaurant you really should give it a try. It’s the best breakfast place - ever. Mine: raspberry, coconut, granola pancake - highly recommend! We drove to Carmel Beach … Continue reading One Day in Monterey, California