Leaving Portland, ME on Aug 16, 2021
Arriving in Missoula, MT on September 15, 2021
Arriving in Boston, MA on October 13, 2021
These are posts from my trip to Missoula, MT and back. I haven’t added everything yet but continually add new posts. I really enjoy writing about this trip after the fact because I get to relive it as I write, dig up old pictures and research some of the facts of the locations I visited.
This was my first roadtrip that lasted more than two weeks and it went very smoothly. I saw so many new places and had so many new experiences as well as meeting people from all over. I enjoyed working and living in new places making me feel happier, healthier and even more engaged with our home office.
(Note: Some of these posts were migrated from my old blog platform. I’m going through all of my posts and updating the formatting, however, I have not gotten to some of the older ones yet. So formatting might not look so great.)
- Living Elsewhere – My AirBnB Homes
Discover my Airbnb stays and travel experiences in Des Moines, Omaha, Boise, Fargo. Explore temporary living like never before! - The Bison Range – Sept 2021
I had the opportunity to drive through the National Bison Range in Montana. We were treated to some amazing wildlife sightings! - Boise, ID to Missoula, MT – Sept 2021
Embarking on this journey was like stepping into a dreamscape. The first leg traced the gentle curves of the Payette River, offering a serene soundtrack to my adventure. Amidst the breathtaking landscapes, I made memorable stops – savoring my first taste of huckleberry pie and delving into history at the White Bird Battlefield. Yet, as the sun dipped below the horizon, the latter part of the drive unfolded under a starry sky. This was more than a road trip; it was a scenic odyssey through the heart of nature’s wonders. - Visiting Boise, ID – Sept 2021
I spent two full days visiting Boise, ID and had the opportunity to not just explore, but to eat an ice cream potato! - Craters of the Moon to Boise, ID – Sept 2021
Embark on a thrilling journey from Craters of the Moon to Boise, featuring a scenic hike, a homemade rest stop lunch, and explorations in the vibrant city. Join the adventure! - Bison Tales
There were moments on this trip were I felt I was able to get a better understanding of different perspectives of people and why they may do the things they do. On this particular day, it was that of the stupid tourist. You know….THAT guy.… Read more: Bison Tales - Salt Lake City, UT to Craters of the Moon – Sept 2021
I left the Salt Lake City area pretty early expecting alot of activity for the day. My plan was to get to the Craters of the Moon National Park in Idaho before the end of the day. Beginning to end it wasn’t that far, but… Read more: Salt Lake City, UT to Craters of the Moon – Sept 2021 - Bonneville Salt Flats – Sep 2021
Sometimes I find myself on a different planet! I left early in the day and headed out to see the Bonneville Salt Flats. It was about an hour and a half drive west of Salt Lake City. I figured that I would head out there,… Read more: Bonneville Salt Flats – Sep 2021 - Spiral Jetty – Corrine, UT – Sep 2021
A few hours north of Salt Lake City and on the north east shore of the Great Salt Lake is the Spiral Jetty. I visited here as a recommendation from a friend and it didn’t disappoint. What a magical place. I felt as if I were on a different planet. - Visiting Salt Lake City – Sep 2021
I spent about a week in Salt Lake City with an old work friend. We hadn’t seen each other since he left Boston a few years ago and it was really great catching up. Although most of my week was inside his condo working, I… Read more: Visiting Salt Lake City – Sep 2021 - Fort Collins, CO to Draper, UT – Sep 2021
I really enjoyed my stay in Fort Collins but it was time to move on to my next destination. I was heading to stay with an old friend just outside of Salt Lake City, in Draper, UT. It was a full day of travel with… Read more: Fort Collins, CO to Draper, UT – Sep 2021 - Visiting Fort Collins, CO – Sept 2021
After leaving the Denver area, heading to Salt Lake City, UT, I stopped for a day and an evening in Fort Collins, CO. Fort Collins is about an hour north of Denver and was a good place for me to break up my drive. There… Read more: Visiting Fort Collins, CO – Sept 2021 - Visiting Denver, CO – Sep 2021
I spent about five days in the Denver area. I stayed with an old friend from high school. I hadn’t spent more than a few hours with him since high school so it was really wonderful catching up! Most of my time there was spent… Read more: Visiting Denver, CO – Sep 2021 - Driving from Omaha, NE to Kearney, NE
I had the weekend to get from Omaha, NE (G on the map) to Denver, CO (B). While planning the trip, I decided I’d stop in Kearney, NE (A) for the night. Lake Hastings Park, one of the top disc golf courses in Nebraska, was… Read more: Driving from Omaha, NE to Kearney, NE - Lincoln, NE Capitol Building Excursion – Aug 2021
I headed out early from Omaha (G on he map) and although it was not on my original itinerary, I decided Lincoln, NE (H) would be a good place to stop for my morning coffee. It was on the route heading west, is the capital… Read more: Lincoln, NE Capitol Building Excursion – Aug 2021 - Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge – Omaha, NE – Aug 2021
I went to see the Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge. The Nebraska side of the bridge is located at the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail Visitor Center. Across much of my trip, I came across locations related to Lewis and Clark over and over. They were… Read more: Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge – Omaha, NE – Aug 2021 - Exploring Omaha – Day 1 – Aug 2021
Pretty cool that I find myself in Omaha, Nebraska! I grabbed some coffee at a neighborhood coffee shop and spent my morning working from my AirBnB. I had a recommendation from my brother to eat a Runza while here. The original Runza location is no… Read more: Exploring Omaha – Day 1 – Aug 2021 - The Old Market in Omaha – Aug 2021
I arrived into Omaha late in the day and spent my first night exploring the Old Market. The Old Market in Omaha is the most historic and most entertaining neighborhood in the city. There are all kinds of shops, galleries, restaurants and taverns along its… Read more: The Old Market in Omaha – Aug 2021 - Into Omaha, NE – Aug 2021
Continuing on into Nebraska! It was a full day working and exploring the Bridges of Madison County. See my Bridges of Madison adventure here. A few hours driving and I crossed the Missouri river into Nebraska. Welcomed into Omaha I checked into my AirBnB in… Read more: Into Omaha, NE – Aug 2021 - Bridges of Madison County, Winterset, IA – Aug 2021
Des Moines to Omaha Bridges of Madison County It takes about 2 hours to drive from Des Moines, IA to Omaha, NE. I had an AirBnB lined up there and had all day to get there. This was going to be one of my “work… Read more: Bridges of Madison County, Winterset, IA – Aug 2021 - Gravel Roads in Iowa
Sometimes…. I found myself driving down gravel roads in Iowa. At times I would come to crossroads. Occasionally I stopped and I would look around and I would notice myself standing in the middle of nowhere in Iowa. I enjoyed the peacefulness of it. Sometimes… Read more: Gravel Roads in Iowa - Pappajohn Sculpture Park, Des Moines – Aug 2021
I had spent the morning at the Iowa State Fair and was headed to my AirBnB. I was a bit early on check in time and had to find something to knock out a little over an hour. I thought I’d visit something from my… Read more: Pappajohn Sculpture Park, Des Moines – Aug 2021 - Exploring Des Moines – Day two – Aug 2021
I spent most of the day in my AirBnB working, however, I did have two excursions. My first outing was to Mullets Restaurant. Mullets was recommended to me as a great place to eat breakfast. This recommendation came from the bartender at the Meskwaki Casino… Read more: Exploring Des Moines – Day two – Aug 2021 - Exploring Des Moines – Day One – Aug 2021
I really enjoyed Des Moines, IA. There are some good disc golf courses in the area, excellent food and some fun places to walk around. Des Mones, IA It was my first full day in Des Moines. After working the morning at my AirBnB, I… Read more: Exploring Des Moines – Day One – Aug 2021 - Field of Dreams: A Surprising Detour in My Journey
Join me on a cross-country adventure as I head westward, crossing the Mississippi River. Along the way, I make an unexpected stop at the legendary Field of Dreams in Dyersville, IA, where I explore this iconic baseball field and encounter the whimsical Ghost Players. Get ready for a surprising twist in my road trip narrative. - To Missoula, MT and Back – Aug/Oct 2021
I took a roadtrip from Boston, MA to Missoula, MT and back. See pictures, descriptions and comments about this Missoula roadtrip. - Into Iowa – Aug 2021
Made it into Iowa today…. Went from Niles, IL to the Meskwaki Casino about 1 hour shy of Des Moines. The casino is open 24 hours and is a really good place to stop for the night. I have access to clean bathrooms at any… Read more: Into Iowa – Aug 2021
