S. G. Wall Druggist store in Durango, Colorado

Walking Durango

During one of my local public library visits, I found five copies of a small paperback tucked in the local history section.  While flipping through the pages of Peggy Winkworth’s
Box Canon sign above the falls in Ouray, Colorado

Discovering Ouray, Part 2

My Ramble Dog adventures often lead me to the local public library of the town I am visiting. Ouray’s Public Library on 3rd Ave. was no exception. Among the books
Ouray-Brewery-Sign

Discovering Ouray, Part 1

We don’t make it a habit to revisit a place that we’ve been to before, unless it’s home to family. Ouray, Colorado is an exception. Our fourth trip to Ouray
Wine Tasting Barrel Sign at Briceland Winery

Truly Handcrafted Briceland Wine

The Jeep slowly ambled up the rough dirt road as I looked for any signs of a vineyard. My husband followed me driving our truck and camper we call Ardy.

Revive Your Soul at Testa Vineyards

Maria graciously plucked off a few sprigs of rosemary from the large bush that grows in a pristine garden surrounding the patio outside the tasting room. She was quick to
Zane Grey RV Village Office

Zane Grey RV Village in Camp Verde, Arizona

We discovered a shaded gem in the Verde Valley to park our fifth-wheel for the summer. It’s not a secret gem, as the park was bustling all season with short
5th wheel trailer at Cottonwood RV Park in Bluff, Utah

Our Surprising Discovery of Bluff, Utah

Cottonwood RV Park sits on the edge in the small community of Bluff, Utah. This quaint 12 acre park with 22 full hook-up spaces is rustic but well cared for.
Totaranui Campground backpacking the Abel Tasman

Tramping Around Nelson, New Zealand

Trails in New Zealand are called tracks, and several tracks surround the Nelson area climb very steep hills. What amazes us the most is the vegetation along these tracks. One

Rabbit Island

A twenty-minute drive from Nelson is a lovely park along the beach on Rabbit Island. Campsites are simple with grass pull-ins, a picnic table, and a large barbeque. We chose
Cottage Living Room

La Petite Maison

I had seen a picture of the purple cottage with its fuchsia doors, blackberry-colored trim, and mauve wisteria growing around the front door. We even “drove” by it on Google