Most people just pass through Green River, Utah, some maybe stopping for gas or a bite to eat while heading east or west along Interstate …
Sylvan Lake: Black Hills beauty at its best
The beauty of the Black Hills is on full display at Sylvan Lake. In fact, if you have just one day to enjoy the Black Hills scenery, …
Bighorn country serves up history, natural beauty
History buffs and outdoor enthusiasts can agree, Bighorn country is a special place. I'm talking about the area that straddles the …
Buffalo in the Badlands of South Dakota
Bigger than moose, bigger than grizzly bears, buffalo are the biggest animals in North America. And Badlands National Park is a place …
National Parks I’ve Visited
Our nation's National Parks hold much of our country's best natural scenery. Just about every American has visited a National Park at some …
Photo Gallery: South Dakota, Wyoming summer road trip
This photo collection was created in August of 2022 during my annual summer road trip in the American West. This year it was to the Black …
How to dig for fish fossils in southwest Wyoming
For all the fossil lovers out there, a visit to Kemmerer, Wyoming will make for a memorable experience. It has one of the country's richest …
Hey Stranger, Come Hang Out and Meet Ely, Nevada
Central Nevada is remote, sparsely-populated country, home to the infamous "Loneliest Road in America." The town of Ely, Nevada has a …
Colorado River hot springs via Goldstrike Canyon
Hot springs next to the Colorado River, you say? True story, so get your hiking boots on and be sure to bring a swimsuit. The hot …