Spring break ended on Sunday, and Monday felt like an easy hike kind of morning. One of those West Virginia mornings where the temps are rising, but first rain. We drove a few miles to Morgan's Grove Park, which I have hiked at several times. It was feeling a bit humid, but there was a… Continue reading Walking Morgan’s Grove Spring
Ferry Hill Plantation
Across the Potomac River from Shepherdstown, West Virginia, sits Ferry Hill Plantation, which has been part of the National Park system since 1974. Looking back from the top, you can see the Rumsey Bridge, which crosses the Potomac River and parts of Shepherd University poking up. There are two entrances to the property off 34/Shepherdstown… Continue reading Ferry Hill Plantation
The Revolutionary War Cemeteries of Shepherdstown, WV
Shepherdstown, West Virginia, has so much history to offer if one parks a car and gets out to walk. Now then, it will require paying for parking, but at least it is mostly affordable at 25 cents per half hour on the meters, unless you pay online, where they hit you with a 33-cent charge.… Continue reading The Revolutionary War Cemeteries of Shepherdstown, WV
Food Find: Bakerly Crepes To Go
I came across Bakerly Crepes To Go at an Asian market and realized they'd make a great snack for hiking. Individually wrapped, filled crepes, easy to open and eat. Not a bad idea. Each package has 6 individually sealed crêpes. The boys were happy I picked up something to review they'd like (claiming I never… Continue reading Food Find: Bakerly Crepes To Go
The Truth Of “Pack Only What You Like”
I have written about food for/in the outdoors for a very long time, and there is one truth that never fails: "Pack only what you like". Seems simple enough, but it is a real issue that is easy to get mired in. Back in the day, when hiking forums were the place to be, at… Continue reading The Truth Of “Pack Only What You Like”