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Cody, Wyoming: Western Heritage at its Finest

Cody, Wyoming: Western Heritage at its Finest

by | Feb 1, 2019

As I sit here in the snow-covered foothills of a below temperature morning of the Wind River Mountains, my thoughts can’t help but turn to summer. Those easy days of early June where the sun-drenched afternoons carry the scent of apple-blossoms on the wind. You will have to pardon me, if I sound a little nostalgic for those long warm days. But it’s hard not to sound nostalgic when you have your long-johns on. When summer comes, it’s time to do what I love best, travel. And this summer I have my sites set on  Cody, Wyoming and the surrounding area.

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Explore Idaho: First Stop, Idaho Falls

Explore Idaho: First Stop, Idaho Falls

by | Jul 3, 2018

Idaho Falls is a city at the eastern edge of Idaho. Its 60,000 residents enjoy an array of attractions, outdoor and cultural, year-round. You can enjoy the scenic River Walk, explore the alien landscape of Craters of the Moon, check out the latest exhibit at the Museum of Idaho, or stroll through Tauphaus Park Zoo – and so much more. Whether it’s Craters of the Moon or the River Walk trail that runs through the city, there’s always something to do.

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Taos Ski Valley…in the Summer!

Taos Ski Valley…in the Summer!

by | Jun 12, 2018

When you can’t take the heat, head for the hills. During the summer months, Taos Ski Valley hosts a variety of fun-filled events; a mecca for outdoor enthusiasts and art lovers alike. Go for the festivals, stay for the art and recreation.

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Best place to see dinosaur fossils in the US: Vernal

Best place to see dinosaur fossils in the US: Vernal

by | Jun 9, 2018

Vernal, a rural town located in northeastern Utah, may be one of the top places to visit in The West. There’s good reason to believe so. People travel from across the globe to its copacetic setting, that’s home to ancient history and outdoor activities. Fossils dating back more than 100 million years, Native American petroglyphs, rafting and biking, are just some of the attractive aspects of Vernal.

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Meet me at Montana’s Trailhead: Billings

Meet me at Montana’s Trailhead: Billings

by | Mar 25, 2018

The perfect place to start and end your adventures in Montana. Outside Magazine named Billings, Montana the best town in the United States in 2016. Billings is encompassed by endless outdoor adventure, great restaurants, several breweries, and an urban vibe with a small-town feel. After your visit, there will be no question as to why this town garnishes such high praise.

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