Wandering Florida

Wandering Florida

In this excerpt from the Wandering But Not Lost Podcast, Matt, Jan, and guest star Loreen chat about a couple places in the Sunshine State where you can catch some Wandering Zen by Getting up and Getting Out. Honeymoon Island State Park and Big Cypress Preserve are...
Wandering Zen – Descending through the Clouds

Wandering Zen – Descending through the Clouds

There is something so serene about flying – above the clouds – and that period where you descend through on approach. A great time to let your mind wander and grab that moment of Wandering Zen!
Wandering Zen – Olmstead Point

Wandering Zen – Olmstead Point

Olmstead Point has an incredible vista and is a must stop as you travel CA 120 through Tuolumne Meadow. The rugged landscape is punctuated by a view of Half Dome that is quite different than the classic image seen from the Valley Floor. It can get a little windy in...
Wandering Zen – The Conservatory Garden

Wandering Zen – The Conservatory Garden

Olmstead’s Central Park is an urban wonder of the world. Every time you wander here you come across something new. If you are short on time don’t miss the Conservatory Garden. You’ll find this gem on the upper east side at 105th street. This formal...
Wandering Zen – The Senate

Wandering Zen – The Senate

The Giant Forest in Sequoia National Park is home to one of the best trails to wander – The Congress Trail. You can literally spend the day taking in the sequoias and all that the Sierra Nevada has to offer. The Senate Grove is one of the most impressive. Step...
Wandering Zen – Box Canyon, Mt Rainier National Park, Washington

Wandering Zen – Box Canyon, Mt Rainier National Park, Washington

Box Canyon demonstrates the incredible power of water as it cuts its way down the mountain. One day this will be a wide streambed but today you can take the easy 0.3-mile loop trail and see the water at work from several great vantage points. Paradise Area of Mt...
Wandering Zen – Moss Glen Falls, Mad River Valley, Vermont

Wandering Zen – Moss Glen Falls, Mad River Valley, Vermont

Just off State Route 100 in the Mad River Valley of Vermont, you will find a place of Wandering Zen. Moss Glen Falls drops about 50 feet into a beautiful pool. You can miss this one if you aren’t paying attention so if you’re headed north keep your eyes to...