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Kelleys Island
Just a few hours from Ohio’s large cities, several small islands in Lake Erie provide a haven for relaxation. Kelleys Island, named for two brothers who purchased the entire island in the 1800s, can be reached by ferry from Sandusky or Marblehead. Once on the island, you can use your car to get around and […]
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Downtime in Fairhope, Alabama
A short distance from Mobile lies Fairhope on Alabama’s eastern shore. The contrast between the two cities couldn’t be greater. Mobile is large, busy, cosmopolitan, and international in scope. Fairhope is small, quiet, charming and brimming with local flavor. Three areas of Fairhope are especially inviting to visitors. Fairhope pier The pier is Fairhope’s recreational […]
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Two central Tennessee sculptors
No visit to central Tennessee is complete without experiencing work of the local artists and artisans. Near the town of Liberty, about an hour east of Nashville, I found two sculptors with entirely different views of their art. Both welcome visitors by appointment. William Kooienga Whether working in stone, wood or chicken bones, William Kooienga […]
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Afloat in the Dismal Swamp
The Dismal Swamp was known in colonial times and, in fact, George Washington was part of a consortium that tried to drain the swamp, harvest the timber and make the land suitable for farming. The effort failed and the swamp remained to later serve as a sanctuary for runaway slaves (called maroons). In 1805, the […]
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Crashing waves at Wainapanapa State Park
One of the highlights along the road to Hana, the secluded village on Maui’s rugged east coast, is this outstanding park. It’s possible to spend the better part of a day here and enjoy a variety of activities. You can lounge on the powdery black sand beach and swim in the quiet cove. You can […]