Kuhl pants are our new favorite … for adventure, travel and everyday wear
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by Martin & Libby Rose
1y ago
Thorny and B place a high value on versatile travel clothing. Unless our adventure requires lots of bulky gear, we can pack for up to three-week trips with carry-on luggage only. In this article we test two different styles of Kuhl pants. Thorny’s review of Kuhl Silencr pants In full disclosure, I have a man crush on Kuhl brand clothing. Kuhl makes its clothing distinctive without sacrificing high performance or versatility. Kuhl shirts, sweaters, coats and hats are the mainstay of my wardrobe, and are my go-to items when packing for our travel adventures. This is a distinction I don’t give ..read more
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Don’t skimp when visiting Utah’s Capitol Reef
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by Jim Tobalski
1y ago
One of Utah’s “big five” national parks I’ve vacationed in Utah 14 times. There’s a lot to see and explore in the state. But in past visits, I’ve pretty much ignored Capitol Reef National Park, reducing it to a simple “drive thru” and a couple of stops for scenic overlooks. The other “big four” national parks in Utah deserve a lot of attention – they’re spectacular: Zion, Bryce, Arches and Canyonlands. My family and I have spent a lot of time in these destinations. And now I’ve finally spent enough time in Capitol Reef to better understand why this region deserves being one of our nation’s 63 ..read more
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Bandelier National Monument preserves ancient cultures
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by Jim Tobalski
2y ago
New Mexico park offers great outdoor hiking If you’re near Santa Fe or Albuquerque, New Mexico, check out Bandelier National Monument and its fascinating ruins of ancient cultures and its network of hiking trails. We visited in early November when the monument was less crowded and the temps provided a nice chill for hiking. But on the downside, we encountered fewer wildlife and no wildflowers. I’d like to return in the spring for more diversity. We looked for Bandelier’s famous Abert’s squirrel, but only spotted mule deer. We climbed four sturdy ladders 140 feet to reach Alcove House ..read more
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New Mexico’s Most Captivating, Unknown Outdoor Destination
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by Jim Tobalski
2y ago
Bisti/De-Na-Zin Wilderness Area In northern New Mexico, about 40 miles south of Farmington and Bloomfield, lies one of the strangest and most captivating destinations I’ve ever visited. I had never heard of Bisti/De-Na-Zin Wilderness Area until a year ago. Since then, I’ve schemed how and when to explore the area and finally visited in early November with WRT co-owner, Martin Rose. The barren badlands feature geologic formations reminiscent of science fiction movies and alien landscapes, including pinnacles, hoodoos, spires and my favorite section called the “Egg Hatchery.” From the photos ac ..read more
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Arizona’s White Sands mesmerizes at dawn
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by Jim Tobalski
2y ago
National park offers giant family playground I liked White Sands National Park in southern Arizona, but I wasn’t gaga over it. Now I need to explain that assessment. First, it’s just one person’s opinion. Others would disagree. And remember, I’m a 67-year-old active adult who understands he’s not a teenager anymore. I arrived mid afternoon in early November and drove into the park, stopping along the way for short walks and turnout views. I didn’t enjoy it. All the dunes were trampled with footprints and runways from sand sleds. Not the pristine and iconic views I remember from online photos ..read more
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Charleston’s Cypress Gardens great for family outings
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by Jim Tobalski
2y ago
Swamp destination showcases wildlife and wildflowers I was traveling near Charleston, SC, with a free half-day and no plans. So I decided to walk and explore nature somewhere on this hot and humid August day. After surfing the internet, I settled on Cypress Gardens. There are multiple options for exploring South Carolina’s low-country ecosystems, but I specifically chose Cypress Gardens because it’s a little more touristy with facilities and attractions, with easy parking, access to trails and a reasonable entry fee – I paid $6.50 as a senior. The swamp features diverse wildlife, like this ..read more
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Ghost Pipe, aka Indian Pipe, wildflower is rare, mystical and appears above ground just one week each year
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by Martin Rose
2y ago
Updates for 2021: Ghost pipe / Indian pipe is plant with no chlorophyll; found in most U.S. states Wandering Rose Travels readers like one oddity of nature … in fact they liked, commented and shared it 12,600 times! Our Ghost Pipe (or Ghost Plant, Indian Pipe or Corpse Plant) wildflower post is by far the most popular in our three years on Facebook. It’s not unusual for our posts to reach 10,000-20,000 viewers and receive 1,000-ish reactions. But the Ghost Pipe post blew those numbers away with 123,000 views and more than 1,700 shares. Never heard of this wildflower? Neither had we until hiki ..read more
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Falling in love with butterflies
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by Jim Tobalski
2y ago
Ex-lumberjack confesses he’s hooked Yes, I used to be a lumberjack. Maybe the best job I ever had. Then came college, a white-collar career and less time to re-engage in the Great Outdoors. Things have changed. I’m now an active boomer, retired and curious. People still taunt me to prove that I’m a former lumberjack because, quite frankly, I’m built like a flamingo. And I love butterflies. There – I admit it. Not something I could have imagined 40 years ago when only the “big stuff” thrilled me: waterfalls, canyon arches, mountaintop sunsets and majestic beasts such as moose and humpback whal ..read more
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The pros and cons of visiting Yellowstone National Park in spring
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by Jim Tobalski
2y ago
New life emerges throughout America’s first national park Approximately three million people visit Yellowstone National Park during the crowded summer months. Only 90,000 visitors brave the winter cold and snow, when the National Park Service offers limited access. My family has visited Yellowstone four times during the summer. And several WRT staff along with myself have explored Yellowstone in winter, which we’ve written about in the past. So what about spring? This article will walk you through some of my family’s experiences during a recent two-week visit in May. But our best advice is th ..read more
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Pack these food items for a safe road trip (and avoid these or risk barfing)
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by Martin Rose
2y ago
More of us are vacationing by car these days and packing our own food. Some are long day trips; some stay in hotels and eat food from home requiring minimal prep; and others rent a home or condo with full kitchen. While we support this trend, we want Wandering Rose readers to understand the pros and cons of transporting food from home in the car and how to do it safely. This will be a new concept for many travelers who traditionally eat snacks at gas stations and meals at restaurants and hotels. Before you click off and read something you perceive as more exciting, consider this: Each year ..read more
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