Tag Archives: Big Bend National Park

Two ways to do a road trip

Posted on April 6, 2019 by simpletravelourway

We took our first road trip when we were in our 20’s, and we knew then just how to do it.  We played loud music as we drove great distances.  We rarely stopped.  The point seemed to be centered on … Continue reading →

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Why we stay where we stay

Posted on May 30, 2015 by simpletravelourway

We gave up the lease on our apartment, gave away most of our stuff, and have been traveling the last 884 days. (Wow!) People are concerned about us. No home? They shake their heads. For us, home is where we … Continue reading →

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Walking in the Park

Posted on April 6, 2013 by simpletravelourway

Possible destinations: rock window view, hot springs, or scenic overlook?  Why choose?  When we camped at the Chisos Basin, we did them all at Big Bend National Park. First up, and easiest, was the 4.5-mile Window Trail that started from … Continue reading →

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Can we take a photo like Ansel Adams?

Posted on April 4, 2013 by simpletravelourway

We were at Big Bend National Park, camping in the Chisos Basin. The evening program, posted at the campsite bathroom, suggested that anyone interested in great Park photography should bring a camera and tripod and meet 15 miles south of … Continue reading →

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Our biggest surprise in Texas

Posted on April 3, 2013 by simpletravelourway

For a place with nothing to do, we were too busy to fit in everything we wanted to do.  Marathon surprised us. We strolled around town, and that doesn’t take long but offers some memorable scenery to have fun with … Continue reading →

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