Visiting Salmon Glacier was one of the highlights of our journey to Alaska and back. It's fairly near the small town of Stewart in British Columbia, Canada (see this post for more about our time there). Someone had recommended to Stephen that we visit Stewart as there was a … [Read more...] about Visiting Salmon Glacier Near Stewart, BC – One Of Our Favorite Road Trip Stops To/From Alaska
Under The Sea In Alaska: Visiting the Alaska SeaLife Center in Seward
One of the top things I was looking forward to doing in Seward, AK was visiting the Alaska SeaLife Center. I hadn't realized that it was solely focused on marine life in and around Alaska, so I got a real treat seeing marine animals that I'd never seen before, not having been to … [Read more...] about Under The Sea In Alaska: Visiting the Alaska SeaLife Center in Seward
24 Hours In Utqiagvik (Formerly Barrow), AK: Polar Plunge, Eating Whale, Neverending Sun & More
Utqiagvik (formerly Barrow, AK) is the 9th most northern city in the world and the most northern city in the US. We spent a whirlwind 24 hours there and I'd gladly do it again, and recommend it to others. That being said, part of what MADE our trip was that it coincided with … [Read more...] about 24 Hours In Utqiagvik (Formerly Barrow), AK: Polar Plunge, Eating Whale, Neverending Sun & More
Walk On The Wild Side Tour At Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center In Girdwood, AK
I follow the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center on social media, so I knew it was a location I wanted to visit while we were in Alaska. We were closest to the center when we were in Anchorage, so we booked tickets and went on a beautiful Saturday. Knowing that summer … [Read more...] about Walk On The Wild Side Tour At Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center In Girdwood, AK
A Night Out At Diamond Tooth Gerties Gambling Hall In Dawson City, Canada
We'd planned to stop into Dawson City for the Sourtoe Cocktail without realizing just how much more there was to see and do there. One thing that we found out about along the way was Diamond Tooth Gerties Gambling Hall. It's a fantastic little spot with slot machines, a few … [Read more...] about A Night Out At Diamond Tooth Gerties Gambling Hall In Dawson City, Canada
Pet A Porcupine (& Other Animals) At Kangaroo Creek Farm In Kelowna, BC, Canada
It's well-established No Home Just Roam lore that I love to pet all the things. I'm in a FB group called "I Just Know I'll Die Trying To Pet Something I Shouldn't'; it was there that I learned about Priscilla the porcupine (from a fellow brave animal-loving soul) and knew that … [Read more...] about Pet A Porcupine (& Other Animals) At Kangaroo Creek Farm In Kelowna, BC, Canada
Slimed, Kissed, Slobbered (& Boogered!) At Olympic Game Farm In Sequim, WA
To say I have a certain reputation amongst our friends (and probably you, dear readers) would be an understatement. It's well known that I love the animals. It's also been established that if there's a chance to touch an animal, I'll be at the front of the line. I particularly … [Read more...] about Slimed, Kissed, Slobbered (& Boogered!) At Olympic Game Farm In Sequim, WA
All The Cuteness At Leavenworth Reindeer Farm In Leavenworth, WA
As long-time followers will know, I'm all about the animals, especially when you can touch them. So when I found the Leavenworth Reindeer Farm, I knew I had to stop by. Stephen enjoys the animals, but was happy to let me go while he stayed back with Truffles - it was moving day … [Read more...] about All The Cuteness At Leavenworth Reindeer Farm In Leavenworth, WA
Visiting The Free St Louis Zoo In St Louis, MO
One of the great things about St. Louis, MO is that a ton of stuff to do there is free and the St. Louis Zoo is no exception! I've been to a free zoo or two in my time, although most of them are much smaller than the St. Louis Zoo; the notable exception to this is the … [Read more...] about Visiting The Free St Louis Zoo In St Louis, MO
Swimming With Manatees In Crystal River, FL
We had the wonderful experience swimming with manatees in August 2020 for my mom's 60th birthday. We didn't realize when we booked it back then that the majority of the manatees don't live in Florida year-round. So we saw...3. Were 3 awesome? Yes. Were we so glad to see them … [Read more...] about Swimming With Manatees In Crystal River, FL