Category Archives: History

The Venus Transit

A recent visit to the R.H. Fleet Science Center in Balboa Park informed us of the Venus transit to take place on June 5th. We would have to come back for the safety glasses because they were sold out. June … Continue reading →

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A Titled Day

What an awesome place to camp. We slept great and got to see more turkeys on our way out after the camp host opened the gate early for us – before 6:30 am. We get $50 in gas at Valero, $200 … Continue reading →

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Rainy Oregon

We woke at 5:30 am and it had rained all night. It’s a good thing I suggested we put on the rainfly. We pack up, skip the fifty-cent showers since we’re already wet, and drive to a gas station with … Continue reading →

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Hot and Wet in Idaho

The alarm goes off at 5:30 am. Fifteen minutes later I’m standing in a burning hot-only shower waiting for Caleb to get back with the keys to room 7. I tried splashing water on me using the dog bowl as … Continue reading →

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Day 13: In Wyoming

A good night’s sleep is had by all and we are ready for the park at 6:10 am. We hiked the 2.5 mile loop Historic Quarry Trail. A side trail leads to the spot where Lee “Peg Leg” Craig mined … Continue reading →

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