During a recent visit with my grandma, she made an observation about the articles I write for River Hills Traveler. Apparently, I tend to mention food at some point. Well, as usual, she isn’t wrong. So, why not take this opportunity to share one of my favorite places to visit with River Hills Traveler readers?…
From talented glass artisans to the owners of my daughter’s favorite Mexican restaurant and everything in between, if I can put my dollars into the pockets of those who own and operate their own businesses, you can bet I will do so. In my life I have seen the impact not supporting local businesses can…
Robertsville State Park is one of my favorite spots to hit up for a stroll. I love walking their trails and even their campground loop. On a recent walk in the park, I noticed green mesh bags hanging at each campsite. I am a person with an inquiring mind, so naturally I had to investigate….
This past summer was a blur. Somewhere between my daughter’s wisdom teeth removal, summer school classes, and other activities we found a moment to visit our dear friends in Oklahoma for the first time since 2019. They live just north of Tulsa, so it isn’t that bad of a drive through Missouri down I-44 into…
I have enjoyed many a stroll in Missouri State Parks, but one I took last October was simply spooktacular! On a road trip to view the fall colors, I stopped at St. Francois State Park to stretch my legs where I was greeted with an unexpected surprise. The campground was decked out with an array…
Just past the hustle and bustle of the growing college town of Rolla one can find a hidden oasis located off Bridge School Road/CR 7000. This area of Phelps County is not only home to spring-fed creeks, sandstone glades, and limestone cliffs; it’s home to Marguerite Bray Conservation Area. The property for Marguerite Bray Conservation…
In my travels to western states, seeing burn bans in place is not that unusual. Honestly, it seems almost commonplace to turn on the news and see a wildfire in California or Colorado that destroys public and private property. In horrific instances, wildfires end lives. Yet, here in our neck of the woods, burn bans…
Tucked away in the rolling hills north of the Missouri River in St. Charles County is the perfect opportunity to experience history without the help of time travel. Unlike in “Back to the Future,” there’s no need for a plutonium-powered DeLorean to catch a glimpse of life in the early 1800s. To do so, you…
