canoeing and kayaking

Every dog must have its day. And for many dogs that day includes quality time spent playing outside with their favorite human companions. Throw in a spectacular mountain lake or a meandering…

The little slice of wilderness called Woodford State Park is nestled in the mountains of Southern Vermont. It’s not exactly a tourist destination, but it beckons to certain people with its quiet…

I recently embarked on a solo camping trip at Wilgus State Park, here in Vermont. It rained for much of the trip, and I was stuck inside my tent with a pile…

Are you looking for the perfect adventure town for your outdoor vacation? A town where you can paddle, bike, and hike during the day, and indulge in some fine eatin’, strolling, and…

Lake vacations combine the best elements of summer – not just swimming, fishing, and boating, but also lazy days on the beach, chasing fireflies, and the constant smell of sunscreen and wet…

I’m going to continue my love affair with our national parks today and talk a little bit about romantic winter getaways (you know, for Valentine’s Day). Speaking of love – our national…

Nestled deep in the Mojave desert is a land of big shining waters, never ending sunshine, and incredible beauty. Lake Havasu City is a sprawling waterfront city of more than 52,000 people.…

I’ve had a love affair with Lake Champlain for as long as I can remember. I spent most of my summers along these shores as a child, and was thrilled to explore…

We all know that Vermont State Parks are awesome destinations for adventure-loving families, but some parks seem to possess that perfect balance between wilderness and creature comforts, rowdy fun and hands-on-learning, adventure…

Back Road Ramblers partnered with Vermont State Parks this summer to photograph and write about as many of the parks as we can reasonably visit.  We explored Groton State Forest in July, along with…