Charles Pinckney National Historic Site (Video!)
A review and photos of the Charles Pinckney National Historic Site including a hi-speed walk around the house and property.
Obed Wild and Scenic River
A visit to the Obed Wild and Scenic River visitor Center near Wartburg TN, and the Lilly Bluff overlook.
High bridge and Appomattox NHP
An overview of a visit to Appomattox National Historic Park and High Bridge state park in Virginia.
Strolling through Congaree National Park in Spring
Visit Congaree National Park with us, on a high-speed walking tour of the boardwalk trail!
Quick Jaunt to Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
A visit to the home of the 26th President of the United States of America I only had a lunch hour during my recent trip to Long Island. Therefore, I was unfortunately not able to take in the tour of the house interior. I do have an affinity for Mr. Roosevelt, his life and work,…
My 2022 National Park Visit Results
Overall, for our first year of serious National Park unit visits, we covered a lot! Our travels brought us across 4 regions and we collected stamps at 44 new units. The big haul was a long weekend visit to Washington DC. I doubt we can maintain this pace, given the expanse and sheer number of…
Our 2023 National Park Objectives
We are already past the mid-point of January, and I have yet to set the Roaming Monk’s National Park visit objectives for the year. I really need to get on the ball! Sometimes the challenge of updating this site and balancing the other areas of one’s life can get a bit distracting. Looks like I…
Cutting edge 19th Century Artillery Technology at Fort Pulaski
A visit to Fort Pulaski National Monument! See an overview of the visit to this Civil War fort and it’s importance to military history.
December Road Trip: Reconstruction Era NHP
Driving down south When we planned to visit family in Florida for the December holidays, it only made sense (at lease for me), to add a few stops along the way. Since we needed to stop over anyway to break up the drive, we might as well include a few visits to some NPS sights….
Off-Season Fire Island: Lighthouse & Beyond
I visited Fire Island Lighthouse, enjoying coastal drives and park history without the summer crowds.
Explore Shenandoah National Park: 2 Day Hiking Itinerary
Discover the beauty of Shenandoah National Park with our 2 day hiking itinerary. Immerse yourself in nature, hike, and create unforgettable memories.
Walking tour of Tidal Basin Washington D.C.
We made it to the last day of our trip, and the weather was still amazing (and hot). Check out Part 1 and Part 2 to get the complete weekend story! Spy Museum The kids were very excited to visit the International Spy Museum. Who am I kidding, we adults were as well! We arrived…
A One Day Walking Tour of Washington D.C.
Continuing their Washington D.C. trip, a family of four shares their first-day itinerary, exploring landmarks, memorials, and enjoying an escape room adventure.
Whirl Wind Weekend in Washington D.C. : Part 1
Our visit to Washington D.C. over the Labor Day weekend just ended and it was great! First, the weather was awesome. Second, the sites were not too busy, at least not initially. And finally, our feet did not fall off from all the walking, although they did hurt pretty bad at times. There was so…
Visit to Fredericksburg National Military Park
I dropped my son off at Scouts BSA Summer Camp in Goshen Virginia in July. Since I was already in the area, I decided to take a long route home and fit in some visits to some National Park sites along the way. The focus on this day was the visit to Fredericksburg National Military…