Sorry for the long time away. Covid-19 and other issues kept us away, but now we're back and looking forward to sharing all kinds of observations, recipes, and experiences. We just came home from a spectacular time in Lassen Volcanic National Park. It's like a mini Yellowstone. Every bit as satisfying as Yellowstone without the … Continue reading Highlands Ranch Resort, Lassen Volcanic National Resort
Category: Travel
Ramona Falls
I've been trying to do a lot more hiking for many reasons lately. For starters, just getting out of the house is important these days. A hike may be the best excuse for it. In addition hiking is one of the safest, most socially distant activities you can do right now. Albeit you do need … Continue reading Ramona Falls
Corn Chowder
This is a classic recipe in the Kirkley household and one they I hadn't had in a long time and have never made before. I was in the mood for something rich, hearty, and with the unique flavor profile of corn. I had to get Dad to send me the recipe but when I did … Continue reading Corn Chowder
Lost Hills
I recently went to visit a friend in San Diego. I know, travel during the pandemic is risky but I've been stuck inside for a long time and needed a bit of a change of scenery very badly. Plus I hadn't been to San Diego in a few years. Being in San Diego wasn't really … Continue reading Lost Hills
Camping???
Not to be judgemental but can this be termed "camping?" How many amenities does one need? How long will this person (people) be gone? I can't imagine how long it took to pack this car and boat. And, as we all know, items have a way of expanding during travel. It will be humanly impossible … Continue reading Camping???
The Big Easel, Wabeno Wisconsin
The Big Easel, is, without a doubt, the most daring concept restaurant and enchanting environment in northern Wisconsin. All the restaurants in this part of Wisconsin are in the woods or near dairy farms, which serve the same food in the same formulaic manner. They are called "Supper Clubs." You enter the restaurant find a seat … Continue reading The Big Easel, Wabeno Wisconsin
We get eaten alive by Wisconsin State Bird
Yesterday we decided to take a short trip to nearby Goodwin County Park. It has some pretty waterfalls and buildings built by the CCC in the 30's. We thought we would take a nice walk and enjoy the scenery. Paid the $5 fee and then were instantly attacked by vicious mosquitoes. We thought we would … Continue reading We get eaten alive by Wisconsin State Bird
Dunsmuir
Dunsmuir is easily one of my favorite small towns in America. I use every excuse to stop there when I am driving along the I-5. It's a great example of the kind of small town that there are fewer and fewer of in the US. While I think that that's really sad, I plan on … Continue reading Dunsmuir
Turntable Bay
Lake Shasta is an amazing place all on it's own. I haven't really gotten the opportunity to explore the lake itself too much but I plan to some day. But just about every time I drive by I have to stop at Turntable Bay. Turntable Bay is really just a small portion of Lake Shasta … Continue reading Turntable Bay
Waverley Country Club and Pioneer Cemetery
I live near a neighborhood called Waverly Heights in Sellwood. It's one of the nicer neighborhoods in the area outside of Lake Oswego. All I really knew about it was there was a golf course over there that I could see through the fence near my condo. There was also a boat landing further down … Continue reading Waverley Country Club and Pioneer Cemetery