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The Science and Nature of Wanderlust, tourism, landmarks for nature buffs and more.

Somerset, England
Welcome to Somerset! Somerset is a charming county in the South West of England, and we want you to enjoy your time here. Somerset has so much to offer – from countryside walks and gardens that will make you feel like Alice in Wonderland, all the way through to nightlife that would please even Londoners looking for a break. We’ve compiled this list of things to do when visiting Somerset; it’s sure not disappoint.
By Rosalyn 4 years ago in Wander
The Lake District:
The Lake District is a breathtakingly beautiful place, and it should come as no surprise that poets and writers have been drawn to this region for centuries. It’s hard not to feel inspired by the natural beauty of this area – from Lake Windermere to Lake Coniston, there are many places where you can see what British authors saw when they penned their best works.
By Rosalyn 4 years ago in Wander
The Beauty of the Ability to go Inward
Morning walks with the dog are such a simple moment. So simple, and so consistent, I'm often doing the deed on Autopilot. I am fully in my brain, letting my thoughts catch my awareness with the intention of pulling me away from the feeling of the cold air on my skin or the liquid dripping from my red, runny nose. I don't want to feel those things. I want this to be over. Having a dog is a great reason to force you to get up in the morning cause I sure as hell wouldn't be out here otherwise... All these thoughts tumbling over one another as I bickered with myself about my life choices.
By Sam4 years ago in Wander
"Hoo"
Not entirely sure why he woke that night with the tale in his head, Percival the barn owl thought of the stories passed down through his
By Kim Rock4 years ago in Wander
Portals of the Past: A Door into San Francisco History
Nestled in a quiet spot in San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park, on the far side of a small lake, stands a Greek portico. A curious, lonely structure, once the entryway of a mansion, taken down by the 1906 earthquake.
By Jocelyn Joy Thomas4 years ago in Wander
The Hopeless Wanderer
The stillness of the night brought peace to the mind of the hopeless wanderer. The crisp winter air caused the blood to rise to her cheeks as she roamed aimlessly along the path. The opening to the forest was only a few meters away, and the harmonizing sound of Taylor Swift and Bon Iver ricocheted through the head of the exhausted insomniac. Footprints followed behind her in the freshly fallen, unwalked upon snow as she continued down the path. Allowing her thoughts the space to breathe and thrive in nature's presence.
By Myr. B 4 years ago in Wander
The Boundary Waters Canoe Area (BWCA)
Women's trips into the boundary waters were great and no one was ever late! Mary, Rose, Joanna and I thought it was the very best ever!
By Denise E Lindquist4 years ago in Wander
Autumn Hiking: Tips for a Fantastic Fall Hike
To me, summer is not hiking weather. Here in the Southeast, summer brings humidity, crowds, and mosquitos. The last thing I want to do with some precious time away is head off to a crowded trail, carry lots of water, and have to leave my adventure pup at home, so she doesn’t get too hot. In the summer, I better have air conditioning or cold water nearby because I do not do well in the heat. With the seasons starting to change, though, I’m excited to talk about the best time of year.
By Marley Bakos4 years ago in Wander
My morning bird
The hay stack has now become my home since I lost the only people I've ever cherished my whole life. Honestly, I think life has been very cruel to me. First, I found out that my parents had completely severed relationships with extended family before I even got to know them.
By Iwenofu Delight4 years ago in Wander
Hide and Seek
The crisp autumn air smelt of fallen leaves and fresh bread being baked in the country home overlooking a vast cattle ranch. The penned off areas consisted of many acres of fertile grasslands bordered by boreal forests of evergreen trees like Lodgepole Pine. The grasslands allow the cattle to graze until the winter when they switched to a diet of straw and hay. Wafts of smoky hot air dissipates from the chimney, like some cloud-making machine, spreading the aroma from the bustling homey kitchen.
By Jesse Leung4 years ago in Wander
Too Little Time to Explore the Beautiful Country of Andorra
“A country’s strategy is always based on a fundamental philosophical outlook. Discoveries made during the last hundred years have shown that liberalism is the best system to improve a country’s well-being. This is why Andorras strategy is based on a liberal way of thinking.” ~ Marc Forné Molné
By Debbie4 years ago in Wander
To the Horizon
The sun was setting over the San Juan mountains of Colorado as I passed the eleven hundred mile mark of the Continental Divide Trail. I silently reminisced of the distance covered since departing the Mexican border just over a month before. The nostalgia didn't last long, as it was soon replaced with contemplation of what lay ahead. I was curious to see what the previous month and a half spent on the three thousand mile trail had made me capable of. I wanted to test my limits.
By Bradley Olson4 years ago in Wander