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Grand Canyon Birthday Trek: Day 1- Hermit Trail

Posted on March 2, 2012 by theblondecoyote

The Seven Wonders of the Natural World – the Grand Canyon, the Great Barrier Reef, the Harbor of Rio de Janeiro, Mount Everest, the Aurora, Paricutin Volcano and Victoria Falls – are not ranked in any particular order, but after … Continue reading →

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Grand Canyon Birthday Trek: A Preview

Posted on March 1, 2012 by theblondecoyote

Hey everybody! I’m back in New Mexico after a truly epic birthday at the Grand Canyon. Spending five days on foot in that place was extraordinary and I will spend the rest of my life searching for worthy words to … Continue reading →

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Grand Canyon Birthday Trek: Planning & Permits

Posted on February 14, 2012 by theblondecoyote

Every year for the past five years, I have climbed a mountain on my birthday: 25th- Mary’s Peak in Oregon, 26th- Dragon’s Tooth in Virginia, 27th- the Pedernal in New Mexico, 28th- Grand Central Mountain in New Mexico, 29th- Mount … Continue reading →

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On the Road, Again: Arizona & Route 66!

Posted on November 3, 2011 by theblondecoyote

Fall is my favorite road tripping season. The weather is lovely, especially in the Southwest and the National Park crowds are tapering off after the summer madness. Last week, my friend Becky and I lit out for Las Vegas across Arizona, … Continue reading →

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