Road-trippin’ from Alabama to California, we detour off I-40 to take in the Grand Canyon. On our way out of the park, we met some folks who had done an R2R (rim to rim) hike. I couldn’t stop thinking about the possibility of a hike into that canyon. Out with friends, one evening and two […]
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Tami’s Trippin’ Top Ten 2017
2017 has been an incredible year for me and I hope it has been for you too. With so many memorable trips and experiences this year, it was hard to choose. Here’s ten, in no particular order, that stand out. 1 – Swimming With Manatees Crystal River, Florida is the Manatee Capitol of the World. Not […]
Hike Nine – Oak Mountain State Park
It’s the day I’ve been waiting for; Carver will be hiking this week. After being sidelined by a rather unfortunate box jumping incident at CrossFit, Carver has received medical clearance to join me on a hike. Good news since we’re doing the Grand Canyon together and she hasn’t been able to do any training since the decision […]
Hike Number Eight – Chinnabee Silent Trail
This week I’m not hiking solo. Carver, you ask? Nope. My Grand Canyon buddy Carver is still recovering from a semi-tragic CrossFit box jumping injury, but word has it she’ll be up to an easy hike by next week. Erica from the Y is with me. She’s seen pics from previous hiking adventures on social […]
Hike Number Seven – Buck’s Pocket State Park
Buck’s Pocket State Park. A Haven for Defeated Politicians. That’s how I’m greeted upon arrival at Buck’s Pocket State Park. How apropos. I’m not a politician, but I do feel defeated. Career-wise for sure. After moving to Alabama from Southern California over twenty years ago, Buck’s Pocket was one of the first places I visited. Drove through, really. […]
Hike Number Six – Cloudland Canyon State Park
It’s Thursday, and I’m headed to Cloudland Canyon State Park in North Georgia. Solo again, but this time totally by choice. I didn’t tell anyone I was going. I also didn’t tell anyone that I quit my job on Monday. No one. Except for my husband. Tomorrow some of my best friends will know when I […]
Ultimate Guide to Holiday Lights in North Alabama
Tis the season to be jolly! Get started now with the ultimate guide to holiday lights in North Alabama. Christmas At The Falls Located in the beautiful Noccalula Falls Park. Offering millions of lights and holiday displays, stroll along the paved trails or take the narrated train ride. Best to do both, so you don’t miss anything. […]
Hike Number 5 – Guntersville State Park
I’m headed back to Guntersville State Park this morning. It’s only hike number 5, and I’m returning to a previous location, but I do plan to hike a different trail. Several friends had expressed interest in coming along this week, so I modified my plans to hike a closer location. Guess what? I’m in the […]
Hiking Cinque Terre? Here’s What You Need to Know!
Dreaming of walking the famed Blue Trail No. 2, or Sentiero Azzuro in Italiano, located in the gorgeous Cinque Terre? You won’t regret this fantastic 11 km hike along the coast of the Italian Riviera complete with visits to the charming Cinque Terra (five towns) along the way. Here are some tips to make the […]
Hike Four- Ruffner Mountain Urban Nature Preserve
Hike number four will take me to Ruffner Mountain, another relic of Birmingham’s mining past. A 1,000 plus acre urban nature preserve just minutes from downtown, Ruffner Mountain was mined for iron ore throughout the 1950s. The ore was processed at nearby Sloss Furnaces, which incidentally is the creepiest place on earth. Even in broad daylight. […]
