By Cindy Crewdson ITWPA Member The chance to see a moose wading in the marsh, a muskrat swimming by or poking his head from the water, or even the spawning of chinook, coho, or humpback salmon in Rabbit Creek: this is what you can see along the 1,550-foot wooden boardwalk that offers a panoramic view of Turnagain Arm, a waterway into the northwestern part of the Gulf of … [Read more...] about Boardwalk at Potter Marsh
A “Spur” of the Moment Decision Led to an Experience of a Lifetime!
By Jan Chitsey Bandera, Texas. Cowboy Capital of the World. And home to eight of the top 10 dude ranches in Texas, according to Google. After perusing each website, we made our choice, packed our bags, and drove across the monotonous dry plains of west Texas until we finally entered the lush green beauty of the Texas Hill Country. Just outside of Bandera, tucked into the … [Read more...] about A “Spur” of the Moment Decision Led to an Experience of a Lifetime!
Taste Philly at the Reading Terminal Market!
By Thomas Charles Goudeaux So, you find yourself in Philadelphia, America’s first capital, home of Ben Franklin and revolutionary history. You’re hungry and want to eat like a Philly native eats! What if you could walk into one space in center city with the aromas of fresh java, baked goods, burgers, deli sandwiches, Asian food, fresh bread, BBQ, soul food, Indian cuisine … [Read more...] about Taste Philly at the Reading Terminal Market!
The Siege of Szigetvar 1566 Carnival
By Howard Marshall ITWPA Member The morning sun is warm and the large cafe umbrella casts a shadow onto the cobblestones of Zrinyi Square. Three lofty street entertainers stride onto their stony stage, their stilts lifting them high above the growing crowd and street trader stalls. Their rhythmic drum beat and quick tempo horn playing draws an attentive audience and the … [Read more...] about The Siege of Szigetvar 1566 Carnival
Adventure Along the Monterey Bay
By Sharon Brown We three, my daughter, granddaughter, and me, were lowered down from our hovercraft and landed right in the middle of a big field of Brussels sprouts. This region is known for its contribution to feeding the world. We took in the surrounding area overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The day was waning and the sun began to set low in the sky. We wanted to get to … [Read more...] about Adventure Along the Monterey Bay