A prelude to the summer 2022 vacation season, the Cranky Camper takes a drive down memory lane in this essay on the American road trip
Category: Family
Memorial Day 2022: Home of the Brave
Memorial Day brings new meaning to our family after the death of my father. We visited Riverside National Cemetery, where volunteers placed thousands of tiny flags to honor the men and women who gave of themselves in service to their country.
Bailey Canyon Nature Trails
Owen Parker had fun exploring Bailey Canyon in Sierra Madre, California.
Chino Hills State Park
At the end of the spring wildflower season, Owen and I explored some of the spots in the rolling hills of Chino Chills State Park.
Hidden Views in Madera County
After earning his BARK Ranger tag at Yosemite National Park, Owen goes camping at Hidden View Campground at Hensley Lake.
The Cranky Camper 