Category Archives: Camping

Putting our Kicks on Route 66

Posted on April 15, 2012 by TheJessicaness

We wake at 6:20a and shortly after a ranger pulls up to tell us this part of the park is closed; then drives within seeing distance and puts up cones in the road blocking our way out.  Now we have to … Continue reading →

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The Hour Long Road Trip

Posted on April 14, 2012 by TheJessicaness

We started this trip Apr. 14th with the simple plans of heading north up Hwy 395, possibly to Alaska. We had to be back by May 8th. The car was packed with a bag each and two coolers. We brought coats and shorts; fresh veggies … Continue reading →

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Day 4: Seven Miles in the Rain

Posted on March 3, 2012 by TheJessicaness

Up at 6:20 am, protein bar in hand, with feet on the trail. I take a right at the boat ramp to walk through the hardwood hammock along the Suwannee River. An hour later I am rejoining the group. Their … Continue reading →

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Day 3: Sandy Streets, Shady Skies, Sociable Strangers

Posted on March 2, 2012 by TheJessicaness

I like the white fabric of my tent; it lights up with the rising sun. The birds sing their morning song. I woke up to rollover because I stick to my sleeping bag in this humidity and was too hot … Continue reading →

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Day 2: Riding in Circles

Posted on March 1, 2012 by TheJessicaness

I was sweaty all last night and had trouble sleeping because the dogs continuously woke to the different sounds of the night. We pack up and it begins to mist. I sadly put my camera away and wonder what today’s … Continue reading →

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