Monthly Archives: April 2012

(Not So) Delicate Arch

Posted on April 16, 2012 by theblondecoyote

I have a confession: I’ve always kind of avoided Arches National Park. The first time I visited in 2005 it was high summer and the place was sweltering and packed with people and cars. We spent most of the day … Continue reading →

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Roadtripping Rules!

Posted on April 15, 2012 by theblondecoyote

Everybody, at least once in their lives, should road trip across the United States. Say what you will about this country, politically, ethically, or spiritually, but geographically, America is an amazing place. Take at least two weeks to cross, stick … Continue reading →

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No Bad Weather: Moab, Utah

Posted on April 14, 2012 by theblondecoyote

After a few days of rain, grey skies and high winds, everybody in Moab is grumbling. Sitting in a cafe in town, eavesdropping on a group of six climbers plotting their next conquests once the weather clears, the name Castleton … Continue reading →

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Writing On the Wall: Sego Canyon, Utah

Posted on April 13, 2012 by theblondecoyote

On my travels in the Southwest, I’ve seen quite a few petroglyphs: illustrations chipped or carved into the surface of the rock. Two days ago in Sego Canyon, I saw some of my first pictographs: rock art painted onto the … Continue reading →

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On the Road, Again: Little Horse Canyon & Goblin Valley

Posted on April 12, 2012 by theblondecoyote

When traveling in Canyon Country, timing is everything. Even in early spring, the afternoon sun is unforgiving and there’s very little shade. A couple of days ago, I pulled into Goblin Valley State Park at exactly the wrong time: 3 … Continue reading →

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On the Road, Again: Capitol Reef

Posted on April 11, 2012 by theblondecoyote

One of the things I love most about being on the road with the Teardrop in tow is that I have no destination, no direction in mind. I can go anywhere on any whim. In Utah, land of little internet, … Continue reading →

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On the Road, Again: Hovenweep National Monument

Posted on April 8, 2012 by theblondecoyote

Nearing the turnoff for Mesa Verde National Park, I realized it was Easter weekend. No way do I want to be a in a National Park on a holiday weekend! I love ruins and Mesa Verde is a spectacular place, … Continue reading →

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On the Road, Again: Green & Grassy Colorado!

Posted on April 7, 2012 by theblondecoyote

I’m always amazed at how quickly Bowie and Dio take to life on the road. They’re happy as clams in the backseat and ready to go exploring every time I stop the car. Last night we camped at a free … Continue reading →

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On the Road, Again: Bisti Badlands!

Posted on April 6, 2012 by theblondecoyote

I am free!  I’ve been on the road, Teardrop trailer in tow, for three days now and it’s just starting to sink in how truly at large in the world I am. I can go anywhere, any place, any direction, … Continue reading →

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Spring in Longwood Gardens

Posted on April 5, 2012 by theblondecoyote

I don’t know about you all, but it’s April and I’m ready for spring! After a year in the desert – the longest stretch I’ve spent anywhere since my year in Oregon after college – I’m craving green! This time … Continue reading →

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