by Alan Stenback | May 5, 2024 | Travel
A highlight of my trip to Mexico City was the Museo Nacional de Antropología. It’s a absolute must-visit, being the largest and most popular museum in Mexico. Once you step in, you are greeted with exhibitions that delve into the rich history of pre-Columbian...
by Alan Stenback | Apr 4, 2024 | National Parks, Travel
Amidst the rugged beauty of West Texas, where the vast skies meet the stark, undulating landscapes of the Chihuahuan Desert, stands El Capitan. This imposing limestone formation serves not just as a natural monument but as a gateway through time, leading us back to an...
by Alan Stenback | Mar 22, 2024 | National Parks, Travel
Situated along the New Mexico-Texas border lie the Salt Basin Dunes. The white gypsum dunes, similar to those found in White Sands, New Mexico, starkly contrast the Chihuahuan Desert landscape. The dune field itself spans over 2000 acres and is located in a remote...
by Alan Stenback | Mar 1, 2024 | Travel, Tutorials
As the Snow Moon hit fullness at 5:32 am. I headed to South Park in an attempt to capture the moonset and sunrise simultaneously. Navigating our snow-packed roads, I embraced solitude as I outpaced other early risers bound for the slopes on this perfect mid-winter...
by Alan Stenback | Feb 25, 2024 | Travel, Tutorials
As an avid alpine skier, I enjoy exploring mountain tops without the need to earn it in the traditional sense. Instead of hiking, snowshoeing or even skinning uphill, comfortable, high-speed lifts sweep us from base to summit in minutes, instead of hours. One of my...
by Alan Stenback | Feb 16, 2024 | National Parks, Travel
Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado, USA, holds a special place in my heart. It is here that I realized a turning point in my life when I dedicated myself to pursuing the art and craft of landscape photography. Anyone who visits the park – one of the most...
by Alan Stenback | Feb 15, 2024 | National Parks, Travel
My Grand Canyon adventure began in Williams, Arizona, a cool little town along Route 66. Just 30 minutes from the south rim, it was the perfect base for exploring the canyon and soaking up the nostalgic charm of the historic highway. We even found some fantastic...
by Alan Stenback | Feb 15, 2024 | National Parks, Travel
In recent travels through the famous parks of southern Utah, Bryce Canyon served as a transition between destinations. Mid-October, both before and after a spectacular annular eclipse, was a particularly special time to visit. This unique timeframe brought folks from...
by Alan Stenback | Feb 15, 2024 | Travel
The word “bliss” would be an understatement for the mornings witnessed in Belize. This one is particularly dear as it was experienced from Sittee Point south of Hopkins Village. A place we like to call our second home. Belize in and of itself is quite the...
by Alan Stenback | Feb 15, 2024 | Travel
Have you ever camped on the shores of Lake Powell? How about on Labor Day weekend? As a rule, I’m not one who loves traveling during holiday weekends. However, if you find yourself in southern Utah during a holiday, this campground situated on the Utah-Arizona...