Chasing the highpoints of each state are definitely something I do not seriously chase, with only Panorama Point (Nebraska) and Mount Washington (New Hampshire) checked off on my list. Much like the Colorado 14ers, I've taken a very non-serious approach... I'll do them, but they're not my focus of outdoor and adventure activities. Yet, despite… Continue reading Presidential Adventure 23: Day 3 – On Top of Oklahoma on Black Mesa
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Presidential Adventure 23: Day 2 – Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument, Lake Meredith National Recreation Area, Palo Duro Canyon, & Route 66
The second day of this year's rendition of the President's Day weekend adventure came as I stirred awake about 6:30am after a fitful night's sleep in the hotel. With a jammed packed agenda, it was quite alright I suppose, as we needed to start early. I quickly dressed, and we waited in the lobby for… Continue reading Presidential Adventure 23: Day 2 – Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument, Lake Meredith National Recreation Area, Palo Duro Canyon, & Route 66
Presidential Adventure 23: Day 1 – Capulin Volcano National Monument
I guess this is a start of a tradition, as this was the second year in a row I headed out of state chasing new National Park excitement over Presidents Day weekend! This year I got the crazy idea to make a big loop down to Amarillo, Texas. I don't think most people seek out… Continue reading Presidential Adventure 23: Day 1 – Capulin Volcano National Monument