Exploring America Jones Family Sabbatical

Explorer Jones

After 17 yrs of marriage, 12 yrs of parenting, 16 yrs of Ross working at Berkshire Partners, we decided to take a family adventure together. We will be traveling mostly in the US & a little in the DR and Canada. We are going to be "homeschooling" the kids for the 3 months. Our main focus is following in the footsteps of the European explorers & the "trail of tears" of the Native Americans. Everywhere we go, we hope to explore some natural wonders, connect with the many stories within the great American Story & hopefully learn about ourselves as human beings. We would love to stay in touch with friends & family & share our musings!

Here's our route:

I. Colonial Settlements:
a. Plymouth
b. New Amsterdam (New York City)
c. Santa Domingo (along with an inclusive resort & visit with friends at an orphanage)
d. Jamestown


II. RV around National Parks in the SW
a. Zion National Park
b. Bryce Canyon National Park
c. Capital Reef National Park
d. Dead Horse Point State Park
e. Arches National Park
f. Mesa Verde National Park
g. Ute Mountain Tribal Park
h. Chelly National Monument
i. Grand Canyon National Park


III. Up the West Coast:
a. Los Angeles
b. San Jose
c. San Francisco
d. Seattle
e. Vancouver

IV. Cruise in Alaska