Wandering Into The Woods

Escape the heat and dive into the ultimate water park adventure at Schlitterbahn! In this episode, we'll take you on a splash-filled journey through the park's iconic water slides, lazy rivers, and wave pools. From the thrilling rapids to the relaxing float trips, we'll share our favorite spots and tips for a unforgettable day at Schlitterbahn. Get ready to cool off and have a blast wi...

Dive into the depths with us as we explore the enchanting Jacob's Well. From its crystal-clear waters to its rich history, we uncover the magic of this natural wonder.

Join us for a thrilling adventure to Fiesta Texas! In this episode, we dive into the heart of the park, exploring its iconic rides, exhilarating shows, and vibrant atmosphere. From the towering coasters to the refreshing water attractions, we'll share our personal experiences and tips for making the most of your visit. Get ready for a wild ride as we uncover the magic of Fiesta Texas!

Rescuing animals is not for the faint of heart. Every day, volunteers go out of their way to rescue animals in danger of harm, including unnecessary euthanasia. Recently, Linda decided to stop fearing everything that could go wrong with volunteering and just jump in to help save a few dogs by driving them on part of a freedom ride. Jarrett helped her make sure everything was ok at home so she coul...

This episode is about Jarrett's solo backpacking trip of the the Lone Star Hiking Trail (LSHT) over 5 days. The LSHT is a 96 mile long hiking trail in East Texas. The trail travels through connecting public lands of the Sam Houston National Forest and private lands. It also happens to be the longest continuous hiking trail in the State of Texas. 

 Arbor Hills Nature Preserve is located on the outskirts of Plano, TX in the DFW area and is a hidden gem of nature hidden inside the metroplex. The park has pavilions restrooms, 3 miles of paved trails, 3 miles of unpaved trails, and 3 miles of biking trails. If you need a break from city life, you don't have to go far. Just make a quick stop to Arbor Hills.

Ushaiquer Heritage Village is 200km northwest of Riyadh and is located In area dotted with oasises. The village was restored by locals and villagers to create a historic of old Saudi society. Ushaiquer village became a popular stopping point for pilgrims. The village is winding always and paths and the shops and mosque are still in use by a few of the residents.

A day trip to local outdoor attractions around Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. LOcations include Diriyah, Wadi Namar, Wadi Hanifa, and Heet Cave.

The Edge of the World ( Jebel Fihrayn ) is located in the desert northwest of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This desert is rocky, filled with cliffs so breathtaking that from atop the escarpment, all that lies in front of you is the horizon, making it seem like you're at the edge of the world. It's part of the much longer Tuwaiq Escarpment and drops down 1,000 feet into an ancient ocean bed. While st...

Concluding their summer 2021 west Texas adventure, Jarrett and Linda visited mystical Marfa.  Listen to picture what it's like to sleep at El Cosmico , relax at The Water Stop , and observe the night sky in search of the Marfa lights.  Hear about their time-capsule experiences at the Prada art installation and the site of the 1956 movie Giant .  Learn with them about Marfa at the Ma...

Out in west Texas, along the U.S.-Mexico border, there is a place where you can camp, bike, bird watch, backpack, and see archeological wonders. This is Seminole Canyon State Park, located in Comstock, along the Pecos and Rio Grande Rivers. Humans have inhabited this place for more than 10,000 years, leaving art and glimpses of their lives for today's visitors. The park offers at least three types...

Today, we're going to tell you about the first part of a Texas road trip, where we visit X-Bar Ranch and Caverns of Sonora. X-Bar Ranch is a great place to get away that has hiking, big night skies, and a birders paradise. Caverns of Sonora are equally amazing and considered one of the best show caves in the world. Looking for more adventure inspiration? Read about some of Jarrett's and Linda's ad...

A wonderful place where one can find royalty, wizards, plague doctors, and fairies - no it's not fantasy. This is the Texas Renaissance Festival, currently open in Todd Mission, Texas. In this episode, Jarrett and special guest CJ tell you about their adventure at the festival, including the camping. Listen to hear about whether you need to wear a costume, what it costs to attend, and how much fun...

The spooky season marks the start of Season 2. Team AdventuresWithBG ventured into Scream Hollow, a Halloween park about an hour southeast of Austin, Texas. The park includes four haunted houses and a haunted hayride - all in the middle of the woods. Listen to hear about how to reach the park, ticket prices, and a preview of the monstrosities that await you in the small town of Smithville, Texas....

Snowpocalypse Survival Preparation Gas Stove - Reserve gas and camping stove of some kind to use with that reserve ( Primus Yellowstone Trail Stove , Additional Stove Options 1 , Additional Stove Options 2 , How to start a fire in a survival situation ) Light: Lighters, Candles, Headlamps ( Biolite ) Hiking sticks ( REI Co-op Flash Folding Trekking Poles ) Hiking shoes, waterproof w/ good grip Alt...

A day after finishing the Salkantay Trek, Jarrett and most of the group took on an extra hike. Jarrett talks about what it was like hiking up Machu Picchu mountain and the view from there. Meanwhile, Linda and another groupmate took it slower that morning and walked through the Machu Picchu palace. Linda and Jarrett talk about visiting this majestic place during the dry season in 2019, as compared...

Day 4 on the Salkantay Trail included a steep hike uphill and downhill. The group began its adventure that day at La Playa (6,716 ft / 2,000 m) and hiking for three hours to the ancient Inca lookout of Llactapata (8,694 ft / 2,650 m). From Llactapata, they braved the steep trail downhill for two hours. It was here where Linda experienced another near-miss. Finally, the group arrived at Hidroelectr...

Day 3 on the Salkantay Trail went downhill - literally.  That day, the trail began at Collpapampa (9,842 ft / 3,000 m) and it was straight downhill to La Playa (6,716 ft / 2,000 m). They hiked 9.7 miles / 15.6 km over seven hours. Needless to say, it was a day when Jarrett and Linda made good use of their walking sticks to venture into jungle territory. As they ventured into the outskirts of...

The journey of the Salkantay Trek to Macchu Picchu marked its highest point at the Salkantay Pass on Day 2. That day, the trail began at Soraypampa (1,263 ft / 3,850 m) and ended at Collpapampa (9,842 ft / 3,000 m). It was the longest hike of the adventure, with 13.5 miles / 21.2 km traversed along more or less eleven hours. Day 2 also had the highest point of the trek - literally.  Situated...

Jarrett and Linda tell you about their take off from Cusco and their first day of hiking the Salkantay Trail. They describe the challenges, the sites they most remember, and the incidents that stood out to them from their first day and night out on the trail. Their 2019 adventurous hike began at Challacancha at an altitude of 2,900 m / 9,500 ft. and ended that day in Soraypampa at  3,850 m /...

Have you ever considered doing the Inca Trail but feared you might miss out on seeing other important sites of natural beauty in Peru? Or maybe you tried getting passes for the Inca Trail but found that you couldn't get passes for it anymore? Well don't fret; there are other exciting options for you adventurers. In May 2019, Jarrett and Linda finally made the decision to return to Peru to hike to...

In August 2020, Jarrett and Linda talk about their trip to Old Tunnel State Park, located in Fredericksburg, Texas.  They got to see some cool Mexican free-tailed bats come out of the tunnel and fly out into the Texas skyline.  Old Tunnel is an old railroad tunnel built from private funding so that locals could make quick trips from Comfort, TX to Fredricksburg, TX.  The rail line w...

Rainbow Mountain and the Red Valley in Peru. Located at 17,500 feet above sea level amidst snow-capped mountains, is it a challenge native Texans can take on? Listen to this episode to find out how Jarrett and Linda fared on this journey. Please note that Jarrett and Linda were paying customers of Visit South America, https://visitsouthamerica.co/packages/rainbow-mountain-1-day/ . Their Rainbow Mo...

Ever thought of camping but weren't sure if you could give up all your creature comforts all at once? Ease your way by going glamping first. In this episode, Jarrett and Linda tell you about their summer weekend at Living Waters on Lake Travis, a glamping location at the edge of the Pedernales in Springwood, Texas. To learn more about glamping on the Pedernales, Jarrett and Linda recommend going t...

Jarrett and Linda visited the Leander Dinosaur Tracks out in the riverbed of the South San Gabriel River. Thanks to Google and a young boy who kept his distance, Linda and Jarrett were able to locate 12 tracks left by an acrocanthosaurus, a carnivorous dinosaur thought to have looked like a smaller version of the T-Rex. Aside from seeing the tracks, this part of the San Gabriel River offers a rela...