The Art of Exploration archive is where you'll find my past writings and thoughts. You are currently viewing a list of articles that were published in 2018.

Celtic Sea

Published December 29th, 2018 in Cornwall

A Winter Coast

Published December 29th, 2018 in Cornwall

Christmas in Windsor

Published December 14th, 2018 in Berkshire

We book a few nights at Castle Hotel Windsor. The Crooked House of Windsor

Betasso Preserve

Published November 10th, 2018 in Colorado

White Ranch Park

Published October 27th, 2018 in Colorado

I arrive at the Rawhide Loop Trailhead shortly before sunrise. I’m an hour early for my first hike with the Colorado Mountain Club but I’m pleased for the extra time. There are two other cars parked in the lot but they are empty.

Emerald Lake Overlook

Published October 22nd, 2018 in Colorado

Somehow, I got it into my head that it would be a good idea to hike the Flattop Mountain Trail today. The forecast was superb, mild temperatures, gentle winds, and plenty of sunshine.

Mesa Trail to Shanahan Ridge

Published October 14th, 2018 in Colorado

Today, it topped sixty-five degrees for the first time in two weeks. After a morning of chores, I snuck away for the afternoon for some much-needed trail time. The late start meant I couldn’t drive far to hike, so I went to my favorite nearby standby: the Mesa Trail.

The Beauty of Plan B

Published September 22nd, 2018 in Colorado

This year, the seasons are changing fast and early above 7,000 feet. I realized that if I wanted to squeeze in one more high elevation hike before winter, I had better do it sooner rather than later.

Changing Colors

Published September 14th, 2018 in Colorado

It’s the middle of September but I’m lagging behind, still wondering what happened to August. The leaves are turning at elevations at higher elevations. If I don’t get my act together quickly, I’ll miss this year’s vibrant transition into fall. And that would be a terrible shame.

Practically Glamping

Published September 9th, 2018 in Colorado

Sky Pond

Published August 13th, 2018 in Colorado

Lake of Glass

Published August 13th, 2018 in Colorado

Climbing the waterfall was a little tricky … … but it wasn’t as difficult as I had feared it might be.

Denver Botanic Gardens

Published July 23rd, 2018 in Colorado

Ouzel Lake

Published June 9th, 2018 in Colorado

The Big Lake Loop

Published May 27th, 2018 in Colorado

A Change of Plans

Published May 2nd, 2018 in Utah

One of the things I find most appealing about road trips is that you can change your plans at any point. When we decided to leave Mexican Hat early, we revised our itinerary to accomodate a quick trip to Arches National Park.

Monument Valley

Published May 1st, 2018 in Arizona

Mexican Hat

Published May 1st, 2018 in Utah

Chapin Mesa

Published April 29th, 2018 in Colorado

Balcony House

Published April 29th, 2018 in Colorado

Spruce Tree House

Published April 28th, 2018 in Colorado

Spruce Tree House Petroglyph Point Trail Petroglyph Point

Far View

Published April 27th, 2018 in Colorado

Because Mesa Verde is slanted to the south, the proper geological term is cuesta, not mesa. Far View Lodge

Shanahan Ridge Wanderings

Published March 3rd, 2018 in Colorado

A Hint of Spring

Published February 19th, 2018 in Colorado

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Southwest Coast Path

Published January 6th, 2018 in Cornwall

This morning, the penetrating chill subsides. Warm breezes and soft birdsong take its place. The mildness in the air coaxes us to explore. We walk along the road, down the hill towards Bosigran Farm, and turn onto a footpath that leads to the coast.

An Lysardh

Published January 5th, 2018 in Cornwall

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St. Ives

Published January 4th, 2018 in Cornwall

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