Sun Setting over the Height of Land
It was perfect timing. I had left work a little early, hoping to catch a glimpse of the fall foliage over the Height of Land, in northern Maine. I was heading to my camp, on Kennebago Lake, for the last … Continue reading Sun Setting over the Height of Land
Oregon: Pacific Wonderland, Part Two
Living out west certainly has its perks. I had one day left in Oregon, and I was caught choosing between two of the big ones I miss. The mountains in the east where I live now barely compare to the great … Continue reading Oregon: Pacific Wonderland, Part Two
Oregon: Pacific Wonderland, Part One
After many years of wishing to explore the neighbor to my homestate, I finally made it to Oregon. Sent to Portland for business, I ate my way across this bustling city filled with amazing restaurants, and was endlessly impressed by … Continue reading Oregon: Pacific Wonderland, Part One
The United States Duck Stamp
First published by the Duke Nicholas School. Every year since 1934, hunters hoping to go after waterfowl or other migratory birds have been obligated to buy a Duck Stamp. Once purchased, 98 cents of every dollar spent on the stamp goes … Continue reading The United States Duck Stamp
The Beauty of Berlin
I’ve been in love with Germany since my first trip to Europe. In 2015, I visited the small towns of Boppard and Rothenberg, in addition to taking a short cruise along the Rhine. When I returned to Germany last week, … Continue reading The Beauty of Berlin
Yaku Monkeys + Sika Deer: What Are We?
After observing Yaku Macaques and Sika Deer mingling on Yakushima, and subsequently doing some light research, I’m still having a hard time pinpointing what exactly this relationship is all about (#whatarewe?). If I put on my science hat then I … Continue reading Yaku Monkeys + Sika Deer: What Are We?
Yakushima: If New Zealand and Hawaii Had an Island Baby
Yakushima is there to remind you how close Japan is to Hawaii. It’s not quite as warm, but it has monkeys, so… even-Steven? Yakushima is also closer to mainland Japan than Hawaii is to mainland US, but everyone that we … Continue reading Yakushima: If New Zealand and Hawaii Had an Island Baby
The Seagulls of Northwestern Florida
by Andrew Graham. Somehow here in Northwestern Florida everything is perfect: even the seagulls. The small unique spots on their heads and the colors of their wings as they fly away are fun to photograph; they are even acclimated to … Continue reading The Seagulls of Northwestern Florida
Discovering Moores Creek Battlefield
First posted by the Duke Nicholas School. In the midst of patchwork agricultural fields, grown tall with corn, my husband and I discovered Moores Creek National Battlefield. I use the word ‘discover’ loosely, as the battlefield is clearly marked on … Continue reading Discovering Moores Creek Battlefield
Sea Monkeys (Almost)
Continued from Monkeys and Noodles. After obsessing over their pictures on the internet and in text books for years, I finally met the famous Snow Monkey, in Snow Monkey Park in Shibu Onsen, Japan. LET ME TELL YOU ABOUT IT! Are … Continue reading Sea Monkeys (Almost)
Monkeys & Noodles
If you’ve read my other posts, you might be wondering why I traveled to Japan when I don’t like sushi (or green tea, or mushrooms…. I know, I’m a monster). The main reason was that I wanted to go where … Continue reading Monkeys & Noodles
Visiting Alligator Gar on the Florida Panhandle
Down a rural road in the middle of a wide swath of pine woods sits the Blackwater Fisheries Research and Development Center, on the border between Okaloosa and Santa Rosa Counties. I arrived early on a weekday morning, ready to … Continue reading Visiting Alligator Gar on the Florida Panhandle
One World, Two Feet 