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My first attempt at night time photography. โบ๏ธ ๐ซ I will admit, I thought these came out a little more clear and bright, but this is what I got! Iโm happy to have tried a new skill and now I am YouTubing like crazy to figure out how to get my particular camera to do what I want. ๐๐ผ Did you know Death Valley National Park is an International Dark Sky Park? Have you ever been to a Dark Sky Park? โจ Weโve been to many of the Dark Sky Parks in the United States, but Iโve never tried to capture it. In these parks you can see the Milky Way with your bare eyes. You can see more stars than you though existed. Itโs incredible. โโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโ Visiting U.S. National Parks this year? Follow us @bigbravenomad for National Park Guides for families and tips about visiting the parks โโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโ #bigbravenomad #deathvalleynationalpark #panamintsprings #deathvalley #darksky #internationaldarkskyassociation #nightphotography #nighttimephotography #amateurphotography #halftheparkisafterdark #deathvalleynps #americanroadtrip #roadtripusa #visitusa #usatravel #travelusa #californiaparks #nationalparkgeek @panamintsprings @idadarksky
๐ฒRedwood National Park ๐ฒ ๐SAVE THIS POST๐ Redwood National Park is actually called Redwood National and State Parks because itโs the National Park lands plus 3 California State Parks that make up the entire park. From north to south, you can expect to drive for about 2 hours. ๐บ This hike is in Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park and this spot is also featured in Jurrasic Park 2. ๐ฅพ Due to the complex nature of this national park, I recommend hiring a local guide for at least one day of your adventure. We partnered with @redwood_adventures to take us off the beaten path, explain the ecology, show us the true history of the area and take us to the lesser known, but arguably the largest Redwoods in the region. Locals are gold mines of knowledge & our guide (Justin) with Redwood Adventures is a local and an ecologist. (Support Local Businesses!) ๐จ Be aware of rainy seasons and elk rut. Both bring challenges, but shouldnโt deter a visit. โฐ In Redwood National Park, youโll be rewarded with sweeping Ocean cliff views, the famous Fern Canyon, immense old grove Redwood forests, amazing tide-pooling, several scenic drives, and over 200 miles of pristine hikes. ๐ฉ๐ผโ๐ป Iโve got a full blog on Everything you need to know about Redwood National Park in my bio as well as a IGTV video & an entire IG Highlight with everything we did during our visit. โโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโ Visiting U.S. National Parks this year? Follow us @bigbravenomad for National Park Guides for families and tips about visiting the parks โโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโ #bigbravenomad #redwoodnationalpark #prariecreekredwoods #redwoodforest #cresentcity #nationalparkgeek #jurrasicpark #hirelocal #travelwithkids #outsideisfree #1000hoursoutside #hikewithkids #californiaredwoods #visitcalifornia #californiastateparks #humboltcounty #shoplocal #smallbusiness #travelusa #usaroadtrip #americanroadtrip #californiaroadtrip #californianationalparks
๐ NATIONAL PARK PASS GIVEAWAY ๐ ๏ปฟ ๏ปฟWeโre taking on 2021 and making it the year of the American roadtrip! ๐ Weโve partnered together to bring one lucky family an America the Beautiful Annual National Park Pass! This gives unlimited entry to any U.S. National Park and National Park site! ๏ปฟ ๏ปฟEntering is simple! ๏ปฟ๐ LIKE and SAVE this postโฃ ๏ปฟ ๏ปฟ๐ FOLLOW @nationalparkpassgiveaway and follow everyone they're following!โฃ ๏ปฟ ๏ปฟ๐ TAG friends right here ๐ [ 1 tag per comment, 1 tag = 1 entry]โฃ ๏ปฟ ๏ปฟ๐ COMMENT what National Park is at the top of your bucket list?โฃ ๐ ๏ปฟ ๏ปฟThat's it๐ ๏ปฟ ๏ปฟโจBONUSโจ extra entries if you SHARE in stories. Don't forget to TAG @nationalparkpassgiveawayโฃ ๏ปฟ ๏ปฟContest will close January 15, 2020 at midnight PST ๏ปฟ ๏ปฟOpen to USA residents only. Not associated with IG.โฃ Winner will be announced within 48 hours of closing.
After 3 visits, we found the PERFECT trail in Pinnacles National Park. ๐SAVE THIS POST๐ Pinnacles has 2 separated sides that are not connected by a road, so you enter though an East or West entrance. ๐บ This hike is easiest accessed from the West entrance. Head to the Chaparral Parking Area for the trailhead. ๐ฅพ Juniper Canyon Trail is rated hard, but we were able to do it with a 4 and 5 year old. We hiked Juniper Canyon Trail (1.8 miles) to High Peaks Trail (0.7 miles) to Tunnel Trail (0.6 miles) and back via Juniper Canyon Trail (1.2 miles). In total we hiked 4.3 miles. ๐จ On the High Peaks section be prepared for very narrow and steep trail that, at times, is only footholds in the side of a steep rock. โฐ Youโll be rewarded with absolutely amazing views as you meander through the Pinnacles. Itโs fairytale worthy. Donโt forget to look up because youโll be as high as the elusive California Condor nests! โโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโ Visiting U.S. National Parks this year? Follow us @bigbravenomad for National Park Guides for families and tips about visiting the parks โโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโ #bigbravenomad #pinnaclesnationalpark #pinnacles #sanbenito #visitcalifornia #underrated #seemonterey #centralcoast #gltlove #junipercanyontrail #highpeakstrail #hikingwithkids #girlswhohike #usaroadtrip #americanroadtrip #nationalparkgeek #hikingcalifornia #kidswhohike #usatravel #travelusa
Weโre two happy campers knowing our Passports are in the mail to be renewed! Did you know kids under 16 years old have to renew every 5 years? Adults are every 10 years. ๐ SAVE THIS POST ๐ To renew a child passport in the United States: 1. Make an appointment online for child renewal or initial application at USPS.com 2. Fill out DS11 (child) online and print at home (donโt sign it yet!!) 3. Bring the childโs original birth certificate, 2 forms of photo ID per parent, & checks 4. Go to appointment! Good to know: 1. *Both parents must be present at appointment** 2. The post office can take the photo for you for $15 3. Total Expected cost: $80 for renewal, $15 for photo, $35 for passport handling fee ($130 total) Have you ever renewed a passport? If so, did you think it was an easy process? #bigbravenomad #passportphoto #passportrenewal #uspassport #travelwithkids #readytotravel #takemeaway #zion #zionnationalpark #zioncanyon #nationalparkgeek #nationalparks #usaroadtrip #roadtripusa #gltlove #kidswhotravel #familytravel #exploremore
๐ Did you know Sunday is the start of the week? I think I was 30 when I learned that Monday isnโt actually the first day of the week. Iโm not sure why I thought that, but alas, here we are. ๐ I am working on my list for things I want to accomplish this week so when Monday does come, I am ready with a plan. ๐ Here are some of my โto accomplishโ list: - Oil Changes in Both Cars - Finish Newest Blog - Catch up on the Holiday emails - Work out 5 times - Paint my toenails (I miss you Tina Nails and I hope you can open again soon) - Weekly Work Meetings - Book a few of the adventures I have on my list and need to solidify - Make a daily plan for our January adventure - Work on anniversary gift for Jimmy - Make a meal plan for the week - Order Cโs 1st grade school material ๐ธ: Channeling my inner @jordanmatter with C at Wave Organ, San Francisco #bigbravenomad #onlyinsf #sanfran #sanfranciscobay #waveorgan #californiacoast #californialove #californialiving #californiakids #roadtripusa #americanroadtrip #travelwithkids #travfamlife #levartmaf #gltlove #sanfranciscolove #kidswhoexplore #outsidekids #jordanmatter
We can see the light at the end of the 2020 tunnel!!! Woohoo! Wishing you all an amazing 2021; Happy New Year!! ๐ ๐: Tunnel Trail to High Peaks Trail, Pinnacles National Park #bigbravenomad #hny #comeon2021 #endof2020 #newyearseve #lightattheendofthetunnel #tunnelview #pinnaclesnationalpark #pinnacles #californialiving #nationalparkgeek @nationalparkgeek #hikingwithkids #kidswhoexplore #kidswhohike #exploreoutdoors #usaroadtrip #roadtripusa #traveltheusa
Weโre in the in-between. The blurry days between Christmas and the new year. It feels good to have a few days of no plans, sleeping in and enjoying the last days of high calorie food and delicious wine for a while. Have you set any goals for 2021? The only true goal Iโve set and committed to is doing a dry January. We did dry January & February this year and it was really good for me. SO Iโm bringing it back for round 2. Anyone want to join me? ๐ซ๐ท ๐: Zion National Park, Canyon Overlook Trail #bigbravenomad #zionnationalpark #zion #zionnps #utahparks #visitutah #canyonoverlooktrail #zioncanyon #utahisrad #utahrocks #utahunique #nationalparkgeek #nationalparksusa #usaroadtrip #roadtripusa #americanroadtrip #travelwithkids #travelfam #outsidekids #hikingwithkids #dryjanuary
Merry Christmas Eve Eve! ๐ Where are you celebrating Christmas (or the holidays) this year? We are back on in California soaking up the coastal Christmas vibe. We came home to our neighbors all having Christmas lights up, our porch was full of boxes and our apartment was freezing. So today weโll never leave our PJs, be drinking hot chocolate, building a fire, wrapping presents and watching Hallmark Christmas movies. ๐ ๐ผ ๐ ๐ธ: @annemariesphotography #bigbravenomad #californiaphotographer #seemonterey #montereycalifornia #californiastateparks #castateparks #centralcoast #bigsurphotographer #bigsurcoast #californiachristmas #montereycounty #californialiving #hohoholiday #montereybay #pacificcoasthighway #roadtripusa #homefortheholiday
๐ธ Tips for getting in photos when youโre traveling alone with your kids ๐ธ [save this post] 1. Tripod + 10 second timer and run like hell 2. Ask a stranger to help (I always tell them what I want in the background or I end up with close ups where you canโt even tell where we are) 3. Lean you phone or set your camera in some precarious position with a timer and run like hell 4. A remote. I have one, but I donโt use it. It is another option....but keeping track of a tiny remote is just another stress when traveling solo with kids... 5. A phone app. My camera can connect to my phone thru an app to take photos remotely. ๐๐ผ๐๐ผHow do you snap a photo with you in it while traveling with kids? ๐ธ: This photo was taken by my camera on a 10 second timer and I forgot the little piece that screws into my camera to attach it to the tripod, so I had to set the timer, balance my camera, run like hell, & hope my camera didnโt fall. ๐คท๐ผโโ๏ธ #bigbravenomad #solomomtravel #saguaronationalpark #saguaro #nationalparksusa #arizonahiking #desertvibes #visitarizona #visittucson #tucson #desertsunrise #nationalparkgeek #gltlove #usatravel #traveltheusa #usaroadtrip #roadtripusa #levartmaf #americanroadtrip #americansouthwest #travelmom #kidswhoexplore #kidswhohike
โAdversity introduces a man to himself.โ - Albert Einstein ๐๐ผ ๐๐ก๐๐ญ ๐ข๐ฌ ๐จ๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ฏ๐๐ซ๐ฌ๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ ๐ฒ๐จ๐ฎ ๐จ๐ฏ๐๐ซ๐๐๐ฆ๐ ๐ญ๐ก๐ข๐ฌ ๐ฐ๐๐๐ค? ๐ These Bristlecone pines (Pinus longaeva) are remarkable for their extremely old age and their ability to survive adverse growing conditions. In fact, it seems one secret to their longevity is the harsh environment in which most bristlecone pines grow. The Bristlecone Pine is known as the oldest living trees in the world and the oldest on record inside the National Park is an astounding 4,765 years old. ๐ฅพ๐๐ข๐ค๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐ข๐ฉ: Drive to the Wheeler Peak parking lot and take the Alpine Lake trail to Stella Lake and then to Teresa Lake (approx 3 mile loop with 2 gorgeous alpine lakes) and then add on the .6 mile side hike to the Bristlecone pines. The total hike is 4.2 miles. We did this hike easily with a 3 year old, 5 year old and 7 year old. โโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโ ๐ฒFollow us - @bigbravenomad - for tips & travel guides to exploring the U.S. National Parks โโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโ #bigbravenomad #greatbasinnationalpark #greatbasin #travelnevada #nationalparksusa #nationalparkgeek #gltlove #levartmaf #hikewithkids #nationalparklife #bristleconepine #hikenevada #usaroadtrip #americanroadtrip #roadtripusa #travelusa #visittheusa #growthroughit #adversity
While we were getting ready for bed last night, our county health officer implemented a new month long stay-at-home order. Yes. December 13-Jan 11. I want to wallow about it, but instead Iโm going make a list of 5 positives. 1๏ธโฃOur house is a Christmas wonderland and itโs so nice to sit with all of our trees by the fire ๐ 2๏ธโฃTarget Drive-Up is still a go (because retail stores are limited to 20% capacity now and grocery stores are now at 35%) ๐ 3๏ธโฃI have a Peloton, so I can continue to work out with my fave instructors ๐ช๐ผ 4๏ธโฃWeโre all 4 together ๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ 5๏ธโฃBoth Jimmy and I can work remotely ๐ฉ๐ผโ๐ป ๐จ๐ผโ๐ป ๐๐ผ๐๐ผ Tell me: What is one positive from your day today? ๐ธ: This photo is from last November when we stayed @marriott_fallsview and our actual views of Niagara Falls from our room. #takemebackto2019 #bigbravenomad #californialife #montereycounty #niagarafalls #fallsview #niagarafallscanada #niagarafallscanada #hotelwithaview #luxuryhotels #travelwithkids #hotchocolatetime #postivemindset #thisis2020 #marriott #winterwonderlandโ๏ธ #kidswhoexplore #levartmaf #travfamlife #marriotthotel
โฐ WIN A SLEEP TRAINER CLOCK โฐ Who wishes their kid would stay in bed to the same time every single day? ๐ ๐ค ๐ [SHARE THIS POST] This was me. Ever since we moved the kids into the same room, they like to wake each other up and have been coming in to wake me up earlier and earlier. Enter the Mella - a Ready to Rise Modern Kid's Sleep Trainer Clock. This trainer clock shows the children the time, but even if they can't read time yet, it has a colored face that slowly fades from red to green showing the kids when it's OK to get out of bed. ๐ด This has been game changing for me. So, I have partnered with @littlehippo to give one of you your very own Mella! (Valued at $49.99) (Meaning, we're am sending you sleep in the shape of a little clock) โด๏ธENTER FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WINโด๏ธ โ Follow @bigbravenomad and @littlehipposays โ Tag a friend for extra entries (one per tag) This giveaway ends at midnight PST on 12/12/20 and the winner will be announced on 12/13/20 *This giveaway is in no way sponsored, administered, or endorsed by Instagram. By entering you are confirming that you release Instagram of any/all responsibility and that you agree to Instagrams terms of use. #bigbravenomad #mella #littlehippo #sleeptrainer #givemesleep #ineedsleep #sleeptrainingsuccess #mellaclock #giftofsleep #sleepwell