Experiences
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Willie Nelson & George Straight- Austin, TX
I will never forgive myself for missing Merle Haggard at the Golden Horseshoe back in late 2014. We had other plans that night, and I just assumed I had time to catch him later. I did not. I won't make that mistake again.
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Dave Grohl Alley- Warren, OH
Dave Grohl Alley is one of those Atlas Obscura roadside attractions you just can't help but visit. Tucked away behind a Burger King, it is literally an alley dedicated to drummer Dave Grohl, who was born in Warren. Evolving since 2009, it is a showcase for local artists, and worth a stop if you find yourself in the area.
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Gobbler’s Knob- Punxsutawney, PA
Proximity brought me to the temporary burrow of the legendary Punxsutawney Phil, a Pennsylvania groundhog that can apparently forecast the weather. Usually, Phil lives in a glass enclosure at the town library; however, on February 2nd, amid much fanfare, he is carted off to Gobbler's Knob, to predict the arrival of spring.
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The Butler Institute of Art- Youngstown, OH
One of life's greatest pleasures is a pleasant surprise. Finding a fabulous collection of American Art, housed in a stunning McKim, Mead and White Beaux Arts beauty, in Youngstown, Ohio certainly falls into that category.
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Ventana Canyon Maiden Pools Hike- Tucson, AZ
Desert mountain hikes can be brutal: desolate, dry and devoid of shade. But they also reward the intrepid with solitude and outstanding valley views. Tucson's 6.4 mile Maiden Pool hike is a perfect example- challenging, but satisfying. Crossing over several streams on the valley floor, you slowly scramble your way up the mountain, past silent saguaros, until the valley suddenly appears below.
