It was a cold and hard hike today. Going up and down steep hills, and walking them like a mountain goat. It’s been so cold the past few days, that this interesting mushroom was actually a frozen piece of art. Along our meandering trail route, bushwacking and following […]
A drive out to the countryside north of Frederick, Maryland on windy roads are three covered bridges. Steeped in local history, these bridges carry us from the present into the past. Loy’s Station Covered Bridge is located at 3600 Old Frederick Road in Thurmont. Originally built in 1848 […]
One phrase for today: Too Cute ! Too Cute ! Two little adorable, cuddly, cute, fuzzy and stripped Sumatran tiger cubs have started their daily outdoor adventures at the Smithsonian National Zoological Park. Born on August 5, 2013 to their parents Damai (mom) and Kavi (dad), Sukacita (girl) […]
The Potomac River gorge dates about 600 million years old. In more the more recent 5 million years, water has traveled through cracks in the rock in a Mather Gorge formation, creating a small canyon with the Potomac river. Beautiful rocks, filled with quartz and mica encompass the […]
Today was a day to truly enjoy Autumn in its finest glory. With the trees shining through in their yellows, oranges and reds. Heading towards Washington D.C. is the beautiful Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Park. With its visitors center on the Maryland side of Great Falls, this […]
Enter with me, under the big tent of Cavalia, an equestrian extravaganza. A Canadian based company that puts on a show worthy of Cirque du Soleil, filled with beautiful horses, muscular men and stunning women. Today, we are getting the VIP treatment so let’s enter through the private entrance. […]
Today was the last day of the season for the stellar Maryland Rennaissance Festival. More fondly known as the Renn Fest, people near and far gather at Revel Grove each weekend for nine weeks to enjoy the celebration. The highlight of this weekend is their Jousting Competition, where […]
The morning was wrapped in fog on the countryside. A short stop at the Utica Mills Covered Bridge for another perspective before heading over to Cunningham Falls State Park. Cunningham falls were full from all of the rain this week. Autumn colors beginning to show in the cool […]
Rain, Rain Go Away..Come Again Another Day! Yet another damp and dreary day at the Chesapeake Bay. What’s a girl to do? There is only so much errand running and housekeeping that can be done. I know! It’s time to hit the new casino. Next to a large […]
Beautiful discoveries to be found at the National Aquarium in Baltimore. Rarely seen creatures that live in the sea are brought on land for all to enjoy. Perhaps one of these zoo type expeditions, I’ll actually remember to take notes with what their names are ! Have a […]
Emily Carter ~ Nature as Art 