Category Archives: High Kick Photos

National Park Kick: Glacier Bay

Posted on August 8, 2014 by Nick

Stay: Glacier Bay Lodge is the only lodging in the national park, situated in Bartlett Cove. Opened in 1968, it mixes “rustic and 60s modern” architecture and contains the park visitor center and Fairweather dining room (great sunsets during dinner!). Although … Continue reading →

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National Park Kick: Wrangell-St. Elias

Posted on August 4, 2014 by Nick

Planning a trip to America’s largest national park can be quite overwhelming. At 13.2 million acres, it’s larger than Switzerland and equal to 6 Yellowstones! The park visitor center is located in Copper Center, where we chose to spend the … Continue reading →

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National Park Kick: Denali

Posted on August 1, 2014 by Nick

Our favorites: Eat: All meals – Creekside Cafe (we ate breakfast and dinner there; they also provide sack lunches perfect for days spent hiking in the park) Eat: Prospectors Pizzeria & Alehouse (49 beers on tap as well as unique pizza toppings such … Continue reading →

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National Park Kick: Kenai Fjords

Posted on July 30, 2014 by Nick

Our favorites: Stay: Salmon Creek Cabins (family-run cabins, located between Seward and Kenai Fjords National Park) Eat: Breakfast – Le Barn Appetit (authentic crêperie, huge portions!) Eat: Dinner – Seward Brewing Company (home brews and unique pub fare) See: Marine wildlife on … Continue reading →

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Kick of the Week: Bastille Day

Posted on July 14, 2014 by Nick

Vive la France!

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Kick of the Week: Independence Day

Posted on July 4, 2014 by Nick

Happy 4th of July!

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Kick of the Week: Washington, D.C.

Posted on June 17, 2014 by Nick

Some of our favorites: See: Any of the Smithsonian museums – pick just one and take your time exploring it (we chose the National Museum of American History). Do:Newseum – informative museum highlighting the role of journalism and media. Do: Use Capital … Continue reading →

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Kick of the Week: Shenandoah National Park

Posted on June 15, 2014 by Nick

Established in 1935, Shenandoah National Park is known for its spectacular vistas from the 105-mile long Skyline Drive as well as countless waterfalls and hiking trails. The park is especially popular in the fall, when visitors come to enjoy the changing … Continue reading →

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Kick of the Week: Chicago street fest season begins

Posted on June 1, 2014 by Nick

As Chicago’s weather warms up, so do its many neighborhoods. Each year over 400 street festivals and events take place between May and October. Whether you’re in the mood for arts and crafts, local products and live bands, or a … Continue reading →

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Kick of the Week: Glacier National Park

Posted on May 18, 2014 by Nick

Happy 104th birthday Glacier National Park! Established in May 1910, Glacier is the 5th largest national park in the Lower 48, at over 1 million acres. Although less than 25 glaciers remain today, the park was created to protect the … Continue reading →

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