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  • Learning the history and magic of the Dory Boat on the Main Salmon River
    Travel Diaries | Destinations | Families & Groups | Parks & Outdoors | Salmon River Rafting 2023 | Volunteer & Service

    Learning the history and magic of the Dory Boat on the Main Salmon River

    ByEileen Ogintz July 27, 2023July 27, 2023

    Today we travel roughly 20 miles through nine named rapids, stopping to see an ancient pictograph and sample Barth Hot Springs.

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  • Bronco Riding in the rodeo at Cheyenne Frontier Days Festival
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    The “Daddy of ’em All” in Cheyenne Wyoming

    ByEileen Ogintz July 27, 2023December 5, 2025

    Frontier Days, celebrating its 107th year, attracts a half-million people to see championship bull riding, country music stars and much more

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  • Kids enjoying a skiff ride on an UnCruise Adventure in Alaska
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    How To Get Your Kids Off Phones and Learning About Nature

    ByEileen Ogintz July 27, 2023July 27, 2023

    Consider the unique Kids in Nature, Glaciers & Wildlife Family Explorer trips in Alaska. Explore rarely seen parts of Glacier Bay Nat Park

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  • Riding the rapids on the Main Salmon river with OARS
    Travel Diaries | Destinations | Families & Groups | Parks & Outdoors | Salmon River Rafting 2023 | Volunteer & Service

    Rafting the Main Salmon River in Idaho with a diverse group of adventurers

    ByEileen Ogintz July 26, 2023July 26, 2023

    There are 22 of us on this adventure. Most have rafted before. We range from 30- to 70-somethings. The group includes five former guides

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  • Hiking with Melissa Soltesz from White Pine Touring and her dog Foxy
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    Park City UT in Summer Offers Plenty of Outdoor Activities Plus Great Dining and Shopping

    ByEileen Ogintz July 26, 2023December 26, 2023

    The Chateaux is a place where you can have a luxe hotel room or a four-bedroom unit with shuttles to Park City’s historic Main Street

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  • Snow King Mountain Resort in summer
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    Jackson WY in summer – Good Eats, Good Sleep, Plenty of Family Activities

    ByEileen Ogintz July 25, 2023December 26, 2023

    Jackson Hole is souvenir central, with everything from tee shirts and hoodies to cowboy hats and boots to fine Western Art

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  • pool area at The Sebastian Vail
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    Who knew Vail CO could be a value destination for families?

    ByEileen Ogintz July 20, 2023December 5, 2025

    Summer rates begin at $159 and there are plenty of free activities as well as memory-making adventures at the top of the mountain

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  • A very unique hike with pair of llamas in Wyoming
    Parks & Outdoors | Destinations | Families & Groups | Travel Diaries | Wyoming Ranches 2024

    A very unique hike with pair of llamas in Wyoming

    ByEileen Ogintz July 13, 2023June 18, 2024

    Brush Creek Ranch has added llama experiences this summer. They are increasingly popular for backpackers in the mountainous states

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  • The greenhouses at Brush Creek Ranch in the evening
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    Most of the delicious food at Brush Creek Ranch is homegrown

    ByEileen Ogintz July 13, 2023June 18, 2024

    Most everything will be used at the ranch restaurants; some at local farmers markets and restaurants. The rest will be consumed by the goats

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  • Souvenir shop atMission Beach in San Diego CA
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    Inflation is squeezing summer vacations but don’t give up!

    ByEileen Ogintz July 13, 2023December 5, 2025

    I’m talking about the always difficult conversation about vacation finances and how much the kids can spend on souvenirs and snacks

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