We finally got to the Trailer Trash Bash at the Starlite Classic Campground and it was the 10th annual one at that. I made the kitty litter cake I always wanted to make too! All of our vintage trailer friends were there. We brought all three dogs. … [Read more...] about 10th Annual Trailer Trash Bash
Kinetic Sculpture Race 2013
Today was a great day for a kinetic sculpture race. Just the right amount of people, perfect temperature, plenty of shade, water, food, and music. Chris had so much fun he wants to make one of these contraptions for next year with Theo and Mike. Even if they don't make one, next … [Read more...] about Kinetic Sculpture Race 2013
Worst Earthquake Park Ever!
Our last day in Anchorage, I had to see Earthquake Park. I expected to see asphalt vertically jutting up several feet off the ground in places etc., etc., but no, there is nothing to see here. Just trees, bushes, and regular urban trail stuff. Bring your DEET mosquito spray too. … [Read more...] about Worst Earthquake Park Ever!
Valdez, AK
The day after the incredible kayak trip around Columbia Glacier, I decided to take Valdez in. The population is about 4,000 and so an easy walk from one side of town to the other. Here is a fun fact, Valdez calls itself, "The Switzerland of Alaska". Not because it is a safe … [Read more...] about Valdez, AK
Tenement Museum, San Genaro Festival and Staten Island Ferry NYC
This all didn't happen on the same day, but I'm putting the pictures together here for convenience sake. A little known attraction in NYC is the Tenement Museum on the Lower East Side. This is where the most recent immigrants would land and find cheap housing when they were … [Read more...] about Tenement Museum, San Genaro Festival and Staten Island Ferry NYC