Adventure
SCUBA Diving with Big Animals in Playa Ocotal, Costa Rica
Updated: June 25, 2009 Original Post: April 6, 2009 Ocotal is one of my all time favorite places to dive. I say this because of the variety of sea life, the service at Ocotal Beach Resort, and the overall ease of the vacation. There are plenty of dive sites locally that offer everything from morays, spotted... »
Warbirds Over Oshkosh, Wisconsin
If you haven’t heard of or been to the EAA air show in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, you should. This year (2009), the event is from July 27th – Aug 2nd and could be that “quick little summer get-a-way” you have been looking for. In my opinion, the Air Venture show certainly makes a great all... »
Sometimes You Can Get Too Close in Minnesota
Summer is coming and if you are an adventure photographer like me, there are tons of opportunities outside (and sometimes inside) your doorstep waiting for you. In my previous post about dragonflies, I made a few recommendations/observations: You don’t always have to travel far Practice Pay attention to the location of the sun Get low Have fun As I... »
Canopy Tour at Colinas de Poás, Costa Rica
If you are at a destination that offers a Canopy Tour, do it. While they are all a little different, they all share one thing in common: adrenaline. A few things that you will want to know about many of these tours are below (special thanks to Colinas del Poás): What should I wear? Wear comfortable... »
Duck, Duck, Goose! Saskatchewan, Canada
Until three years ago, I would go bird hunting once a year or so and usually to a game farm where you pay them to “plant” the birds in the field and you go after them. I also thought it wasn’t much of sport, but since my options were limited and it gave me... »
Springing into the Boundary Waters
After purchasing a canoe and getting re-acquainted with the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) last summer, we were excited to, “get our feet wet” this spring. In order to paddle in the BWCAW, one must obtain a government permit, and as there are only so many available per entry point per day, I... »
Volcán Irazú, Costa Rica
I traveled to Irazú on a last second change of itinerary due to the earthquake in January 2009. At first, I was pretty disappointed with the change of plans, my view changed as soon as we were on the road. The adventure at Irazú really starts on the drive up. The drive offers breathtaking views of the... »
Into the Blue…scuba diving in Costa Rica
Recently I had one of those dives that reminds you why you started diving! Even when I sprung out of bed in the morning, I knew it was going to be a good day…we had decided to have an instructor play day out at the 26 one of my favorite dives sites. Bob, Scott, Tim, Georgia... »
An Ear For Birds : Carver Park Reserve in Minnesota
One morning this spring, I visited a favorite local birding spot. It is the Carver Park Reserve, located 20 miles west-southwest of Minneapolis (MN). For nature buffs, Carver Park ranks up there with the best destinations in the Twin Cities area. It’s a large preserve with miles of hiking and biking trails that wend... »
A Passport and the Willingness to Karaoke: Things Needed for a Trip to Japan
What is so darn exhilarating about travel? Honestly, there is very little I don’t love about the entire experience. The 4 a.m. alarm to get ready, standing in my socks in the security line, the little snacks I eat while waiting to board, the “free” shampoos and sewing kits, the first step out of... »
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