I have to say that 2024 was actually a pretty good year for me. There were a number of changes in my life that I’m grateful for and of course there were some things that I didn’t really like, but at the end of the year it looks like it was a good and balanced […]

I want to wish everyone a Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas! I hope you all find peace and joy during this time of the year. Below are two images I took on my last trip to Yosemite in October 2024. Tunnel View never gets old and Half Dome is beautiful no matter where you view […]

After my visit to Crater Lake National Park in early October, my next stop was Lassen Volcanic National Park. As always, the days in Lassen were beautiful. When in national parks I’ve visited before, I always like to try at least one new hike. This time while in Lassen, I decided to hike to Crumbaugh […]

I had never been to the north entrance of Crater Lake National Park, so when I was up there in October this year I took a little drive up to the entrance. What I didn’t expect was the vistas and views along the road up there! Just before you reach the north entrance, there is […]