Living in Las Vegas, star gazing is pretty difficult. Luckily we don’t live too far from Death Valley, an International Dark Sky Park. Depending on traffic and the route you take, Death Valley is about a 2.5 hour drive from Las Vegas. It makes for a great spot for a day trip, but in this …
Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge is a beautiful and unique natural wonder located in southern Nevada, near Amargosa Valley and Death Valley National Park. This 23,000-acre refuge is home to a variety of rare and endangered species of plants and animals, making it an important conservation area. The refuge was established in 1984 to protect …
The White Domes Loop Trail is an awe-inspiring hike located in the Valley of Fire State Park. This scenic route will show you the true beauty of the desert. Red rocks, white domes, and wide ranges of desert dotted only by distant hills and desert plants. The crags of yellow and red sandstone jut from …
If you’re looking for a breathtaking display of nature’s beauty, look no further than the Bellagio Conservatory and Botanical Gardens in Las Vegas, Nevada. Located in the heart of the Bellagio resort, this 14,000 square foot oasis showcases a mesmerizing display of flowers, plants, and trees, expertly arranged to create a symphony of color and …
Lord of the Rings Challenge The Lord of the Rings themed medals from The Conqueror Virtual Challenges are stunning. Each medal can be earned upon completing distances by walking, running, cycling, and more. The medals are designed to represent the journey Frodo and Sam followed to destroy the one ring in the fires of Mt. …
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I’m not really a believer in the supernatural. No ghosts, ghoulies, or slendermen bother me. So, when we pulled up to the Mizpah, the downy snow falling softly on our swishing wiper blades, I was more concerned about not falling on my butt while navigating the icy parking lot and mud, than ghostly visitors from …
Springs Preserve is located in Las Vegas, NV and guards the secrets of the Las Vegas valley’s past. The park spans over 180 acres and features nature trails, botanical gardens, playgrounds, multiple museums and exhibits, and a seasonal butterfly habitat. The preserve also features community events throughout the year. It’s a wonderful place to visit …
We’ve had a couple set backs in our Conqueror Challenge journey recently. We decided to take the long route for The Fellowship medal but I was not able to complete the entire challenge by walking alone. I finally finished all 680 miles with a combination of walking, swimming, and cycling on my stationary bike. Now …
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We were all set to head out the next day when I noticed my youngest started coughing. I was feeling a little off myself, and my middle child and oldest were a little nauseous. “Uh oh,” I thought to myself. The last couple of times we all came down with different symptoms at the same …
Around this time last year, we visited the haunted Overland Hotel in Pioche, NV. We were not able to stay in room 10. Which is allegedly the most haunted room in the hotel. However, we had a great time and decided to visit again. This time, we were able to reserve room 10 and we …
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