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Some evenings shine a little differently. Some evenings shine a little differently.
A little wander through the fall woods! A little wander through the fall woods!
Do you ever have a sound, a scent, or a memory tha Do you ever have a sound, a scent, or a memory that instantly takes you back to a special place? Lately, my mind keeps drifting back to the early mornings and late nights on the Salt River with some of the best friends. Just like a trail, the river is never the same. Every paddle brings new sights, new memories, and endless adventure. 🛶✨ #SaltRiver #PaddleAZ #KayakingAdventures #AZLife #AZHasWater
There’s something hauntingly beautiful about gho There’s something hauntingly beautiful about ghost towns and abandoned buildings. These forgotten places, once alive with stories, now stand in stillness, whispering tales of a past left behind. Walking through their empty streets and crumbling walls, you can almost feel the weight of time – the lives lived, the dreams lost, the mysteries that linger. Each weathered door and broken window feels like an invitation to imagine what once was, to step into history and let your mind wander. There’s a strange comfort in the quiet solitude of these places, a reminder that even in abandonment, there’s still beauty waiting to be found. #GhostTowns #AbandonedPlaces #WanderTheRoad #LostAndFound #HauntedBeauty #ExploreEverything
Don’t underestimate the flyover states Beneath Don’t underestimate the flyover states Beneath these vast skies, where the cornfields stretch far and wide, there’s a beauty often overlooked. Sure, the coasts might get all the hype, but there’s something about the Midwest that just feels like a secret worth keeping. 🌽 These quiet fields, stormy skies, and long stretches of road tell their own stories—ones of resilience, of grounding, of simplicity. From hidden diners with the best pie you’ll ever taste, to local festivals that welcome you like family, the flyover states are brimming with unexpected gems. 🌪️ So next time you’re planning your route, consider a detour through these overlooked lands. You might just find your next favorite spot. #FlyoverStates #MidwestMagic #WanderTheRoad #RoadTripUSA
There’s a kind of magic in wandering places that There’s a kind of magic in wandering places that feel like they've leapt right out of your favorite fantasy book. You can’t help but wonder—what was it like here before the trails were carved and these hidden corners discovered? Every step is a journey back in time, a reminder that the earth holds stories far older than our own. Where will the road take you next? 🌍🌲 #WanderTheRoad #FindYourPath #TimelessAdventures #TravelDeeper #NatureStories #IntoTheWild
I have been cleaning out and organizing several ol I have been cleaning out and organizing several old hard drives and memory cards. It has been fun to hop back through all my adventures. This one I found in a folder called. Likes. Believe it or not this was taken and never altered or filters added. Sometimes the point and click works in my favor. #upintheair #flight
This is the truck that started it all. 🚚💨 It This is the truck that started it all. 🚚💨 It wasn’t my first vehicle, but it’s the one I packed up my life (and the dog 🐾) and drove 1200 miles for a fresh start. New adventures, endless road trips through the Southwest, to Salt Lake for Outdoor Retailer, and even Hell Hike and Raft in New Meadows, Idaho. So many miles, gallons of gas, laughs, and memories with friends, both new and old. Looking back now, it’s wild to think of all the moments this truck has been a part of. Here’s to all the adventures it brought me and the ones still ahead. 🛣️✨ #Throwback #RoadTripMemories #AdventureBound #HellHikeAndRaft #omniten #jeep #jeeplife #cherokee #wandertheroad #outdoorretailer
I have been going through a bunch old photos and v I have been going through a bunch old photos and videos. This was the first and only time I would see the big horn sheep herd in Tucson. I had hiked up one of my favorite trails in the area and heard a major commotion and this was what appeared in front of me. They crossed the trail and up the mountain they went. #tucson #arizona #hiking
There is just something about concerts that are in There is just something about concerts that are in open air venues. Add in the epic location and the fact the band calls the area home makes it even more amazing! Two bucket list items were checked off tonight!
Spent the day prior to the concert wandering/hikin Spent the day prior to the concert wandering/hiking around Red Rocks. What a beautiful place. #redrocks
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Look to the skies and you will see magical things! Look to the skies and you will see magical things! Watching the Northern Lights in central IL. #northernlights #illinois #aliensarereal #ufo
I was looking through old photos and man do I miss I was looking through old photos and man do I miss this desert view. The mountains are calling!
🌋✨ Adventure Awaits at Amboy Crater ✨🌋 L 🌋✨ Adventure Awaits at Amboy Crater ✨🌋 Link to full writeup in bio. Just stepped back from a surreal hike to the heart of the Mojave Desert - the magnificent Amboy Crater! 🚶‍♂️🌵 This ancient volcanic wonder isn't just a hike; it's a journey through time and space. 🌌 As you approach, the crater's deceptive size and stark beauty captivate you. It's a unique landscape where every step tells a story of explosive volcanic history. 🌍🔥 The hike to the rim? An exhilarating 3-mile trek across a rugged, Martian-like terrain that leaves you in awe. 🥾 And the view from the top? Simply breathtaking! You're surrounded by the vast expanse of the desert, feeling a mix of solitude and connection to nature's grandeur. 🏜️ This trip was more than just a walk; it was a reminder of the resilience and beauty found in the most unexpected places. 🤍🌄 Stay tuned for more tales from our desert adventures! 📚🛣️ #AmboyCrater #MojaveDesert #AdventureDiaries #NatureLovers #HikingJourneys #ExploreCalifornia #DesertVibes #WanderlustWednesday #OffTheBeatenPath
"Every sunset brings the promise of a new dawn." - "Every sunset brings the promise of a new dawn." -Ralph Waldo Emerson
A little weekend trip to LeClaire Iowa. A little weekend trip to LeClaire Iowa.
This seemingly serene spot was the scene of a grue This seemingly serene spot was the scene of a gruesome murder in 1980, leaving a chilling mark on the local community. The victim, Diana Riordan-Small, remained unidentified for over a decade until advancements in DNA technology brought her case back into the light. 🔎 In 2017, her husband was finally arrested, but the shadows of the past continue to linger around the Airtight Bridge. 🕵️‍♀️ #AirtightBridge #CharlestonIllinois #UnsolvedMystery #TrueCrime #Hauntology #roadtrip #illinois #overlanding #adventure #hike
Hauntingly beautiful: The witch's grave in St. Ome Hauntingly beautiful: The witch's grave in St. Omers Cemetery, Illinois 💀 Legend has it that Caroline Barnes, a powerful witch, rests in this cemetery. Her gravestone marks an impossible date: February 31st, 1882. 😱 Locals whisper of the Barnes family's dark magic and the witch's restless spirit. 👻 Do you dare visit her final resting place? 🤔 #StOmersCemetery #WitchGrave #Illinois #Hauntings #wandertheroad #roadtrip #overlanding #backroads
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