15 U.S. Historical Sites Every American Should Visit Before They Die
The United States is a relatively young country when compared to places like Egypt or England. The lack of age doesn’t negate the rich history of the United States. The land occupied by the United States has been inhabited for about 10,000 years (give or take a bit). People have been leaving their mark on the landscape of the United States long before we became a country. One of the best ways to learn history is to visit them first hand. Here are 15 U.S. Historical Sites that every American should visit before they die. U.S. Historical Sites Every American Should Visit Before They Die Kobuk Valley National Park, Alaska…
17 Things to Know Before Visiting the Statue of Liberty National Monument
Standing proudly in New York Harbor, the Statue of Liberty is an iconic site. Lady Liberty has proudly stood watch over the harbor since 1886. The Statue of Liberty is an iconic statue and a world-famous symbol of freedom. Every year, millions of people view this iconic statue and visitors to Statue of Liberty National Monument step back in time to revisit our nation’s early period of immigration and freedom. Here are 17 things to know before visiting the Statue of Liberty National Monument. 17 Things to Know Before Visiting the Statue of Liberty National Monument You can visit from New York or New Jersey The Statue of Liberty National…
5 Things to know before planning an Appalachian Trail thru-hike
Are you dreaming of leaving life behind and taking a long-distance backpacking trip? Do you want to hike your way thru iconic National Parks and landscapes? Are you planning an Appalachian Trail thru-hike from Springer Moutain, Georgia to Katahdin, Maine. Long-distance backpacking trips often occupy the upper echelon of many a wanderer’s bucket list. The three most popular long trails in the U.S. are the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT), the Continental Divide Trail (CDT), and the Appalachian Trail (AT). Completing all three is considered the Triple Crown of backpacking. Last year my wife and I completed the Appalachian Trail in our mid 40’s. We spent one day shy of six…