Category Archives: natural wonder

Grand Canyon

Posted on March 24, 2011 by pfaffman

I've never been to the Grand Canyon, so it seems like something that I should do. I'm not sure how Thor will like it. I'm told that one should ride a beast to the bottom, but I don't think Thor … Continue reading →

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Charleston, WV

Posted on March 31, 2011 by admin

Come to Charleston, WV! FestivALL is the annual arts fest, with tons of different events (see the website – more will be added!).  Charleston is also a pretty interesting place any time – lots of fun live music, some good … Continue reading →

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Moab and Canyonlands National Park

Posted on March 31, 2011 by admin

Everyone should experience the wonder of Utah (I promise I don't work for the Tourism board or anything!  Hell I don't even live in Utah).  The freaky landscape and colors and birds and wilflowers will blow your mind.  Canyonlands is … Continue reading →

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Lake Solitude

Posted on April 5, 2011 by admin

It’s a lake.

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Buffalo, NY

Posted on April 15, 2011 by admin

Niagara  Falls… just don’t come in the winter! VW buses & Lake effect snow.. don’t mix peace

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Wellfleet, Cape Cod

Posted on May 1, 2011 by admin

Hi Walden, Thor and Dr Neighbor! Come an visit us in Wellfleet, Cape Cod! Come in October, if you can, when the tourists have left and the town is ours. Thor will love the beaches, for sure. We think what … Continue reading →

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Vancouver, Whitsler, BC

Posted on May 5, 2011 by admin

Jay, If you are in the Pacific Northwest, head about 2.5 hours north to Vancouver. Great music scene, a natural wonder with snow-capped mtns. all year long, and the city is surrounded by water, and a pedistrian walk way basically … Continue reading →

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Boulder City, NV

Posted on May 6, 2011 by admin

26 miles east and a world away from the Las Vegas Strip, Boulder City is the town that built Hoover Dam. Eat breakfast at the Coffee Cup with Al & Carrie. Have a beer at the Boulder Brew Co. Check … Continue reading →

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Aspen Music Festival

Posted on May 13, 2011 by admin

Music festival and school.  Concerts at the tent can be attended free by taking a blanket and sitting on the lawn.  Thor would like this.  Aspen is a dog friendly town and during the festival there are many free events.  Sunday … Continue reading →

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Southwest and West Coast Recommendations

Posted on June 6, 2011 by pfaffman

First, I gave you the wrong name for my recommended map – it is the “AAA Indian Country Guide Map,” available at AAA or Amazon.com. Before starting I might mention that I have to rely mainly on memory as I … Continue reading →

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Pike’s Peak

Posted on June 21, 2011 by admin

I’ve been to Pike’s Peak twice, and it is awesome!  I would not recommend driving your van up the mountain though!  Don’t buy into the real men don’t need guard rails sentiment.  Take the train.

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The Haunted Hamburger

Posted on June 27, 2011 by admin

Sure, people will tell you visit Sedona or the Grand Canyon.  However, the Haunted Hamburger is a fine site to visit if you have time to wander off to Jerome, Arizona.  You can also find a mighty cool junkyard museum … Continue reading →

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Glacier National Park

Posted on July 28, 2011 by admin

Glacier National Park is the best national park in the US.  I would take it 2 to 1 over Yellowstone.  However, you need to go in the late summer before it starts to cool off again.  It’s not uncommon to … Continue reading →

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Craters Of The Moon National Park, ID

Posted on August 19, 2011 by bobm153

Neat place that wil make you think “What happened here and when will it happen again?”  The name says it all because it does look like moon landscape.  Bring your own shade.   Another place to check out if going … Continue reading →

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Our house!

Posted on September 27, 2011 by ArfArftheDog

No river, and we wouldnt make you stay in the van!!! But not until I am back from India… How’s Thor liking life on the road?  Did you read him” Travels with Charley”???  XOV

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Buzzards Day, Hinckley Ridge, Ohio

Posted on September 27, 2011 by ArfArftheDog

  See buzzards (turkey vultures) come home to roost in the rock cliffs and ledges in Hinckley. This annual celebration dates back to 1957 when 9,000 visitors flocked the township to see the return of the buzzards from their winter … Continue reading →

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