When you think of the Alabama Gulf Coast do sugar sand beaches, a surging surf, warm sea breezes, and a crystal clear coast come to mind? With three miles of beach, Gulf State Park has all of that and more, but the beach is only the beginning. I had a blast exploring another one of […]
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Hike 16 – Monte Sano Preserve/Huntsville Land Trust
The plan for this week was the Fiery Gizzard Trail in Tennessee, a trail I’ve been dying to do. According to a friend, the trek is challenging, albeit beautiful, clocking in at 12 miles point to point. Drawing a map showing how to make a loop using an offshoot trail, he warned that it was […]
September Fun in the Greater Gadsden Area
Labor Day weekend signals the end of summer for many people, but that certainly doesn’t mean the fun stops. There’s plenty to do post-Labor Day in the Greater Gadsden area. Here are a few ideas to get you started: Attend a Farmer’s Market It’s not too late to grab some farm fresh produce and delicious baked […]
Discover Scuba in North Alabama; or Tami Takes a Dive
Scuba diving in North Alabama? You bet! No need to go to the tropics. If you’ve always wondered what it’s like to breathe underwater, you don’t need to go further than Glencoe, Alabama. Long-time residents of the area may know it as the Blue Hole. Still, it’s now known as Dive Land Park, a safe, […]
Rock On in North Alabama
North Alabama may not be the first place that comes to mind when you’re thinking about rock climbing. It’s possible that rock climbing has never crossed your mind at all. Well, it should. With the opening of GadRock, a new climbing gym located on beautiful Lake Gadsden, there’s no excuse not to follow their directive […]
5 Things to Do On A Rainy Day in Gulf Shores, Al.
Don’t let a little rain get you down on your Gulf Coast vacation. There’s plenty to do to keep you entertained until the showers pass. Here are 5 of my favorites: Blue Girl Beading Co. Unleash your creativity at Blue Girl Beading Co. Structured classes are available or drop-in. They have several examples of projects to make, […]
Soaring With Eagles at Guntersville State Park, Alabama
Alabama is home to some of the best state parks in the country, and I was fortunate to attend the kick-off of Eagle Awareness 2018 at Lake Guntersville State Park. I was able to visit two other nearby Alabama State Parks, making it a three in one weekend! If you haven’t visited Lake Guntersville State Park […]
I’ve Got 99 Problems; Most of Them Are Boulders
Bouldering, a form of rock climbing, is performed on small rock formations or artificial rock walls, without ropes or harnesses, growing in popularity steadily. The sport began as a training method for roped climbs and mountaineering at a safe distance from the ground, but with the advent of indoor climbing gyms, it has become increasingly popular amongst […]
A Stay at Hotel Indigo, Orange Beach, Alabama – Review
Coastal cool meets city chic at the new Hotel Indigo in Orange Beach, Alabama, located adjacent to Gulf State Park and the Hugh S. Branyon Back Country Trail system. Less than one year old, this property is a delight. Arriving in the hip, modern lobby, complete with swinging chairs, you’ll be greeted by a friendly […]
Hike Thirteen – Walls of Jericho, Alabama
It’s early, and it’s cold. Much colder than anticipated as we head towards Skyline, Alabama to hike the Walls of Jericho, rated the number one day hike in Alabama by Backpacker Magazine. I’m with my friend Susan and her son. The last time I saw him he was in elementary school, he’s a junior in […]
