A Sunny Autumn Hike Through Dogwood Canyon
On a sunny day in late October, we returned to Dogwood Canyon to complete the trail we started in June. Due to a late start …
nature conservation
Ojito Wilderness – Beauty in the High Desert
Managed by the Bureau of Land Management, the Ojito Wilderness is 11,000 acres of vast high desert, with mesas, box canyons, arroyos, and badlands.
Hiking in the Foothills – Embudito and Michael Emery Trails
We take the dogs on an adventure to the Embudito and Michael Emery Trails – part of the Albuquerque Open Space trail system.
An Urban Oasis – Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge
We spend an afternoon at the Southwest’s first urban wildlife refuge – Valle de Oro.
Festival of the Cranes – Bosque del Apache Wildlife Refuge
The Sandhill Cranes are a favorite in New Mexico. Join us as we visit one of their winter hangouts.
Exploring the Beautiful South Dakota State Parks
We visit South Dakota State Parks during our three month stay.