SHOTS BLOG II

  Sealions Soaking in the Sun 

  Drove Down to the Northern California Redwoods,  Stayed in Crescent City,  California,  One of the Days I Explored the Water Front and Captured Ships  Crescent City, California  sits between the mighty Pacific Ocean, ancient California redwood forests and tribal lands, and two wild rivers. Discover our gateway to the Redwood National and State Parks, sprawling beaches, craggy overlooks, stunning trails, local art, rich history, casino gaming, welcoming events and delicious dining all packed into one spirited place.

  Last Week Jovi and Myself Visited the Devil’s Churn,  the Parking Lot was Full so We Parked in the Entrance, and I Captured some Images from Above and Decided we Would Come Back,  So Today we Came Back and Were Able to Secure a Parking Spot and We Went Exploring.  The Breeze was Blowing a Little Fast Today, and Right Where Jovi is Walking I Lost my Favorite Cap  🙁   I Tried to Retrieve it, and it Was Not Happening,  So the Devil’s Churn Captured my Utah Hat 🙁     Thats Life on the Coast!! The Churn Always Looks Small in Photos,  However Looking at the Two People and the Dog at the Bottom Right Corner you Can See How Large it Actually Is. After We Walked Down There and Walked Among the Rocks We Were Both Tired.  Jovi Looked at the Steps  and I Did as well and thought Urggg Lets Go to the Top and Call it a Day.   We Saw  half of it,  (at least we saw the Churn Side)   This way When we C...

  Jovi and Myself Went Out to the Coast Today.   It Was a Beautiful December Afternoon,   Warm,  Blue Skies and Sunny.   And the Best Part Very Few People,  So Very Few  Highway 101 Looked Deserted!!   Have Been Told on Numerous  Occasions  Luna Sea House in Yachats has the Best Fish and Chips on the Coast.  During the Summer this Restaurant is Slam Pack Busy.   So Never have Tried but Today We Went in…. Ordered  Luna Sea Combo,  Halibut,  Albacore,  Wild King Salmon,  Steak Fries,   Fresh Coleslaw    This Fish is Fresh and Caught on the West Coast no Flash Frozen Grocery Chain Fish Served here.     This Fish and Chips Were Fantastic     Yes the Best!!!   And the Staff was Fantastic as Well   Rustic Looking Building and  Rustic Tables which were  Outside.   I Was Told by the Staff There are...

  Golden Spike National Historic Park is located on the site of the town of Promontory, Utah. Explore the tent city and later the town before it became a historic site. The first transcontinental railroad is rich with people, places, and stories. While Golden Spike may be a small park it carries a much larger story that continues to this day. Numerous people and cultures came together to build the first transcontinental railroad.

  Top Left to Right  Colin (Nephew)  Adriene (Niece)  Gene (Brother in Law)  Britney and Friend,  Robyn (sister)  Steve (Brother in Law) Jess,  Cathy (Sister)  Andrew (Nephew) Bottom Left to Right Brandon, Henry, Wesley 

Located in south-central Utah in the heart of red rock country, Capitol Reef National Park is a hidden treasure filled with cliffs, canyons, domes, and bridges in the Waterpocket Fold, a geologic monocline (a wrinkle on the earth) extending almost 100 miles. Spring and Fall March to June and September to October are popular times to visit Capitol Reef, and for good reason. The weather is often ideal for  hiking  and  backpacking , with less chance of snow or dangerous monsoon rains Permits & Reservations There is no reservation or timed-entry ticket needed to enter Capitol Reef National Park. The park is Busy in the falland it can be difficult to find parking at popular trailheads. Plan ahead and be flexible. Whether you have a couple hours or multiple days, Capitol Reef is full of opportunities to recreate. The park has something to offer to all visitors. Below are some ideas to get started and suggested itineraries. The National Park Service prepares a variety ...

  Newport Bayfront on the Oregon Coast Enjoy the many restaurants, galleries, boat tours, gift shops and more. The Bayfront area is home to Oregon’s biggest commercial fishing fleet. Sea lions also inhabit the many private docks and public piers.