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      <image:title>Blog - In search of Northern Lights - Rainbows and Waterfalls</image:title>
      <image:caption>This defines much of Iceland experiences. It seemed every where we turned was another waterfall and if the sun was shining an attached rainbow.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - In search of Northern Lights - Wilderness stone &amp; wood shacks</image:title>
      <image:caption>A random find on our travels around the Stykkishólmur peninsula finding these two possible living spaces. They were in really good shape and the speculation was everything from a camp for hunters to huts for those that herded sheep at the end of the season. Iceland architecture was either primitive or quite modern as in the churches both in Reykjavik and Stykkishólmur .</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - In search of Northern Lights - Tucked in the cliffside</image:title>
      <image:caption>Watching the sheep cross the road, this little home snuggled itself into the cliff. All around this country sheep dotted the landscape. Up in the hills, and across the plains these horned fluffy creatures were ever present.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - In search of Northern Lights - Huge Rainbow</image:title>
      <image:caption>One of more than 40 (we stopped counting) along the perimeter of Stykkishólmur . The day was perfect for following the rainbows from the tip to where the peninsula ended. The ride to the peninsula was to see the mountain where the original film Journey to the Center of the Earth was filmed.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>This little guy didn’t sport the double set of horns, as we heard was traditional, but he sure was ready for winter.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - In search of Northern Lights - Icelandic Horse greets us at the fence</image:title>
      <image:caption>Icelandic horses are similar to cows in the U.S. They use them for food. We did not taste it. But these lovely creatures were everywhere and this young man was willing to say hello. Some traditional Icelandic food includes many exotic foods not eaten in the states; seal, sheep face and fermented shark. With food being expensive we opted not to taste some of these imagining still requiring a meal if we didn’t like something. I know where IS OUR SENSE OF ADVENTURE.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - In search of Northern Lights - Winter mountains</image:title>
      <image:caption>Some of the weather we encountered as well as enjoying its beauty.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - In search of Northern Lights - Diamond Beach</image:title>
      <image:caption>As we drove around the island I hear “icebergs”. OK, how often is that part of the conversation. NEVER! It turned out to be a very famous place to stop called Diamond Beach. A photo opportunity on a misty rainy day where on top of a sand pile, wet and cold, Lew asked me to marry him. How does a girl say no on Diamond Beach.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - December camping in North Carolina? - Campsite by the stream</image:title>
      <image:caption>A perfect camp spot that sits off of a forest road with sounds of the nearby stream. We were ready for the additional tapping of rain. What arrived that night was a deluge of rain and the unbelievable wind. It left us a bit unsettled, but dry and slept well, (sort of). The earlier evening darkened early, although it was a little chilly, it was a quiet place to eat our dinner. Having hot vegetable stew, while sitting on camp chairs by a fire or even curled up on the benches inside is perfection. There is always something interesting to experience and the best part is being canopied by the old trees, while water ripples over rocks.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - December camping in North Carolina? - Hiking towards another waterfall….</image:title>
      <image:caption>Rain or not, seeing as many waterfalls as time allowed was high on the agenda. We were rested from our night indoors and headed towards the triple falls. Having the opportunity to stretch our legs and actually BE in the trees was rejuvenating. It wasn’t the warm sun southern sun, but the conditions were perfect for a 4 or 5 mile hike. Even Kira (the dog) enjoyed being out and about in the wilderness. We managed to see 4 different falls and hike around a beautiful lake on one of the sunny days.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - December camping in North Carolina? - Triple Falls</image:title>
      <image:caption>Following several days of saturating rain, the falls everywhere were flowing quite free. Hiking to Triple Falls was only a short rise up to the photo spot. Even with the light shining hard on the water peaks, the blues and greens invited us into the experience. We took our time traveling the mountains to discover as many water falls as possible. Breaking up the driving with the hiking helped us all stretch our legs and be out in nature.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - December camping in North Carolina? - Saving it for later. . . .</image:title>
      <image:caption>While driving through an older part of Brevard, we discovered this well preserved barn with a side bay holding space for a prized possession. Having the opportunity to explore this vintage vehicle would have been a treat. At least we were able to hold a place in time for this lovely old car a 1965 four door Cadillac.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - December camping in North Carolina? - Downtown Brevard</image:title>
      <image:caption>Brevard as well as Hendersonville are well worth spending a little time. These are two adorable southern towns with plenty of shopping and restaurants. Mingling with the residents at the bike shops in town as well as the coffee shop where the locals are always happy to share things about their town. Our preference was Brevard as it is closer to the mountains. The mountain biking areas are plentiful and it has a true community vibe. We would however recommend visiting both.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - One Foggy day in Nova Soctia… part 3 - PUFFINS ….</image:title>
      <image:caption>These adorable little birds are only about 6” tall, live for about 25 years and lay only one egg each of those years. They mate for life and if the mate is lost during the year, they will stay on the island and find another mate to lay an egg with which incubates between 36 and 45 days leaving them on the island for much longer than usual. The natural habitat is in cooler temps and these little guys resided on two very small cliff band islands in the north Atlantic off of Nova Scotia.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - One Foggy day in Nova Soctia… part 3 - A life guard stand with no one in site….</image:title>
      <image:caption>Fog for miles, quiet for miles and sand for miles without a living soul.  PERFECTION!  We allowed the dog a free run, against the rules, but she had the time of her life.  At 11, she smelled and tossed the remnants of clam shells into the air, dug deep into the sand to find more and then ran around like a puppy.  The fog surrounded us not being able to see the top of the boardwalk or the ocean at the same time. Somehow, although it was a little eerie it was also comforting.  An unexpected event with no one but the fog, the ocean and us to enjoy this magical moment.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - One Foggy day in Nova Soctia… part 3 - Cormorants …</image:title>
      <image:caption>One of the many species of birds living not only on Bird Island, but all over the coast of Nova Scotia.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - One Foggy day in Nova Soctia… part 3 - The road to the Normaway Inn…</image:title>
      <image:caption>The tree lined lane that greeted us before we saw the cabins. With a week of more rain, bugs and fog than clear sailing, this beautiful lane was just the comfort we were seeking.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - One Foggy day in Nova Soctia… part 3 - The cabins….</image:title>
      <image:caption>at the inn which is about an hour from the boat tour. The Normaway is run by a family with assistance from local and seasonal young adults that helped the family. The young people were so special, friendly and fun which made it hard to stay away from the main part of the cabins.  A croquet set was in the yard and the entrance to this lovely property with its tree lined dirt road make you feel invited into a very private kind of hamlet. Even one of the resident cats met us at the door.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - One Foggy day in Nova Soctia… part 3 - Highland Cow</image:title>
      <image:caption>The inn not only featured the fire pit, kittens and croquet, but it seemed to have a working farm as well. We heard chickens, so I imagine the eggs were harvested there, and the pasture held 5 or 6 highland cows. We did indulge in a bit of breakfast and dinner which is where they served us with these fun amazing cookie like “biscuits”. They were actually generous enough to share the recipe.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - One Foggy day in Nova Soctia… part 3 - A Puffin pair surveying the land…</image:title>
      <image:caption>There were birds everywhere and our captain and host (Donelda) pointed out the type of birds all over the cliffs. These little guys were part of the flock enjoying the beautiful sunny day.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - One Foggy day in Nova Soctia… part 3 - Coming in for a landing….</image:title>
      <image:caption>The grassy cliffs allowed for the puffins to build their nests in a cave like dwelling and be able to fly into the water to gather fish. Their habitat on the island includes Cormoerants - above- along with herons, eagles, seagulls and razor bills.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Hanging out among the rocks and grasses another bird species on the islands. The Bird islands are inhabited only by birds and the sea around it had seals moving about.  Situated off of an inlet leading to the ocean these rock cliffs are so small they are challenging to find on a map.  We lucked out with a spectacular, warm sunny day with barely a ripple on the water.  Donelda’s tour was the best educational experience to see the little clown birds.  Donelda along with her husband, the captain, operating the boat.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>The very northern coast of the Cape Breton Highlands we stumbled on Deadman’s Pond. Camping high above the pond on a cliff over looking this area. The story we heard from a fellow traveler was that this pond was created when in 1869 tropical storm “Saxby’s Gale” moved through and closed up the opening to the ocean creating the “pond”. Fun place to watch the sun set, in spite of the bugs. . .</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - One Foggy Day in Nova Scotia… part 2 - Point Prim Lighthouse..</image:title>
      <image:caption>One of the prettiest days and one of the prettiest light houses along our route. Near Digby where we had a delicious lobster roll (It is Nova Scotia) and then wandered around this charming spot.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - One Foggy Day in Nova Scotia… part 2 - Moosehead Lake</image:title>
      <image:caption>Camp spot in the interior of the province. Calm night and many deer flies to share the sky. But it was magnificent. The sounds of the frogs, birds and what little breeze was in the trees created just the right chorus.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - One Foggy Day in Nova Scotia… part 2 - Reading at Moosehead Lake</image:title>
      <image:caption>This is what it means to camp. Sitting next to the lake enjoying the quiet and wrapping the nature around us. At times we get to camp so late that there is barely time to make a meal and go to bed. Nova Scotia was a place that needed time to absorb. So getting to camp early gave us the moments we wanted to unwind.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - One Foggy Day in Nova Scotia… part 2 - St. Martins Beach - Bay of Fundy New Brunswick</image:title>
      <image:caption>This was our last camp spot before leaving Canada. It was not super secluded, but it was remote enough to keep it from being over crowded. We met two. hikers out for a 60K overnight hike. It did rain over night and we hoped they had enough rain gear to keep them dry. A raccoon decided to visit during the night and try, without success, to get into the metal box the held the dog food. It did manage to shred a exposed part of a plastic trash bag. Overall, it could have been so very much worse.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - One Foggy Day in Nova Scotia… part 2 - Necessary tire rotation while the sky was blue.</image:title>
      <image:caption>Although it may not have been necessary, it was the right time. Considering that the trip was over 3000 taking the opportunity to do a little preventative maintenance seemed smart.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - One Foggy Day in Nova Scotia… part 2 - Baddeck Wharf Sailboats</image:title>
      <image:caption>The warm and sunny day brought the sailboats to the water. Anchored during lunchtime, with the calm water anticipating when the sails would be hoisted.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - One Foggy Day in Nova Scotia… part 2 - Baddeck Dock</image:title>
      <image:caption>The sunny day proved to be just what the doctor ordered, or at least we ordered it. After so many days of bugs, rain and fog, seeing the blue sky and sunshine was exactly what we needed.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Our first trip in the spring, just to break from the winter blues was a quick trip out of the country just a bit further north to Quebec City, QB.  If you haven’t had the opportunity to venture into the quaint part of the city known as old town Quebec, its a definite on the tick list.  For us Vermonters, it is a short weekend trip but it feels as if you have crossed the ocean and landed in Europe.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - April in Quebec - Cobble stone streets and dinner…..</image:title>
      <image:caption>Now that our feet are in Old Quebec City, hunger finally hits, and the exploration of the village begins. It is beyond charming.  The streets are narrow, and many are cobblestone. Signage hangs into the walkway truly feeling old world. Europe is here, France is here at our feet, yet we KNOW we are still in North America. It is just a little surreal. Taking our time, even through protesting stomachs, we enjoy the smells of pizza, and crepes, coffee and pastries.  Ok, I made up that last part because it was too late to smell the pastries, But you get the idea. Opting to walk the length of the first street before making a final decision for dinner and then landing at the door of Le Casse Crepe Breton. The menu varies from sweet to savory offering the palette a healthy or more decadent choice. Each of us chose the crepe that suited our mood and screaming taste buds.   Bananes, de Fraise avec chocolat.  Not much translation is needed to know that the mix of chocolate and bananas is going to be fabulous, especially with strawberries. For my dinner I opted for a savory dish with melting cheese and seasoned tomatoes on a buckwheat crepe and a salad on the side.  All said and done, everything was delicious so that our exploring could commence.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - April in Quebec - The Invitation of painted doors….</image:title>
      <image:caption>The evening light is just beginning to dim.  Walking the streets to settle dinner and scope out which café will be the best place for “le petit dejeuner” (breakfast).  So many places to choose from and the desire to eat ALL the pastries possible.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - April in Quebec - Macarons &amp; Cafe’</image:title>
      <image:caption>Pastries are not in short supply in le petit ville.  It was wonderful to wander around, peak into each patisserie and café to decide which would be the best for the next day.  We tried three, one we went to twice.  Believe it or not, it doesn’t get old.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - April in Quebec - Shoppes and Ice Cream….</image:title>
      <image:caption>The shops are all charming. The art galleries are unique and filled with the art of from local artists.  The architecture doesn’t disappoint either.  This city originated in the 17th century and now although the comforts of home are there, has retained all its original character.  A few places we intended to see were closed on Monday.  Something we hadn’t checked, but the shops that were open were worth visiting and of course, more pastries.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - April in Quebec - The Town Square….</image:title>
      <image:caption>This barely scratches the surface of what Old Quebec City has to offer.  Hopefully it peaks your interest just enough to do a bit of research and plan a visit to this very lovely place. (map)</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Old barns are plentiful in Vermont. This old working barn sits in the Stowe area waiting for spring. The Black and white image speaks to the mood as we reach the ending days of winter.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Winter blues have hit hard this year.  The weekends that were available were colder than we like to camp.  Yes, we are wimps especially when it is -15.  Imagine the scenario:  you head out into the wilderness; it is a beautiful brisk January day with the sun as high in the sky as it goes during the winter.  It is warm and every cell in your body is energized to spend time in the trees.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>The sun has descended, no heater in the truck but you are tough, hunkering down is not a stretch for you at all. The refusal to concede is high on the list.  “We won’t die, it’s only 20 degrees”.  Now THIS is laughable.  Camping at 20 degrees, believe it or not, is actually not awful with the right gear and a dog to keep you warm.  The morning brings a shine to the metal on the camper, and a bit of frost on the interior.  It is a hustle to make your breakfast and coffee.  You may be thinking, “A hot breakfast would be lovely”.  Sadly, the hot food truck DOES NOT show up in the Green Mountain National Forest.  So, the insulated coffee mug and a bagel or yogurt it is.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - When the winter blues bite. - Nature speaks to you…</image:title>
      <image:caption>Nature begins to call you in your sleep.  It whispers that it misses you.  It asks you to find a way to get outside.  “Do what you can” it says.  “Brave the cold,” it says.  That is when you begin the planning and are ready to jump in headfirst into the cold whatever it takes.   Then, January and February weather does what it does and brings the coldest days.  Those days of negative temps (Fahrenheit) that freezes the skin after 10 minutes.  Those temperatures that make you grab a pitcher of hot water to throw in the air and watch it freeze.  Now those are just WAY TOO COLD.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - When the winter blues bite. - And…. I am out !!!</image:title>
      <image:caption>Pardon me while I close out so I can start packing the truck…. Who is with me?  I am out of here . . . . .</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Ready to Wander… Kira the wander dog!</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>The AT Atlas Overland camper top installed!</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - On the road again… - Sunrise Morning 2</image:title>
      <image:caption>The mountain sunrise rarely disappoints. This morning at the Linville Gorge in North Carolina was brilliant.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>A sunny day to sit on the patio and enjoy a cup of coffee at Black Bear Coffee Co. ❤️ www.blackbear.coffee</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Blog - On the road again… - Sitting on the dock of the lake!</image:title>
      <image:caption>A find on our wanderings. A place where during high season people gather to fish and enjoy the clear waters of Lake James.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>The many colors of the Colorado Rocky Mountains</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>The cat that never took crap from anyone and loved to adventure as much as we did.</image:caption>
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