Mike Shoup, the owner of the Antique Rose Emporium in Independence, Texas has been propagating and selling antique roses since the late 1970s. Some of his most prized and coveted roses were virtually extinct. But he found neglected “survivor” heirloom varieties … Continued
I’ve lived on the California Central Coast since 1978, with more than 15 years anchored in Morro Bay. I still savor the Bay and Estuary and majestic Morro Rock with the same awe and wonder as the day I … Continued
Morro Bay is situated on famed Highway One, half way between LA and San Francisco. It’s a bona fide commercial fishing port, and the bay and estuary are popular draws for visitors and locals alike who enjoy kayaking, sailing, or just … Continued
Like it or not, Hunting and hunters, rifles, shotguns, pistols, and bows and arrows have been an integral part of the American fabric since the first settlers came ashore at Plymouth Rock. The culture of the shooting sports, and hunting, … Continued
Dubbed MONA, the Museum of Nebraska Art is located in the repurposed, neoclassical Kearney, Nebraska Post Office. Built in 1911, the building is pure elegance with an abundant use of marble and wrought iron accents. In addition to legendary artists such … Continued
Grand Island is a vibrant town in the heart of Nebraska, with an abundance of cool things to do and see, from galleries, antiquing, dining, to outdoor activities, and more. Fonner Park is the home of the Nebraska State Fair in the … Continued
Yliana Stengou, owner of Domaine Porto Carras winery situated seven hours north of Athens, Greece, hosted a wine tasting and reception at the Dolphin Bay Resort in Shell Beach, California. Domaine Porto Carras is the largest organic vineyard in Greece, and … Continued
Every spring, from time immemorial, from late February through early April, more than 500,000 Sandhill Cranes stop off in Central Nebraska to refuel and rest before completing their annual northbound migration to Canada and the Arctic tundra. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN … Continued
Come along and join Roger Jasnoch, a State of Nebraska Tourism Commissioner, and Director of the Kearney Visitors Bureau. It’s springtime, and this is when 80 percent of the world’s Sandhill Cranes descend on the Platte River Valley for a refueling … Continued
In conjunction with Saint Mary’s College of California’s annual month-long January Term, Ginny Prior accompanied a group of 17 Saint Mary’s students, and fellow Professors/Priests David Gentry-Akin and Mike Russo on a SMC Pilgrimage to Rome and Assisi. Come along and … Continued