Me with bison in Yellowstone NP

USA National Parks = Summer 2012

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September 1st 2012
In the summer of 2012 I traveled out west in the USA. I mostly explored national parks but did so much more! My trip was book-ended with visits with two friends - one in Seattle, WA and one in Phoenix, AZ. I began in Seattle and stayed with my friends Mara and Brendan for a day. They were so super generous and let me borrow one of their cars to take on the ferry to Olympic National Park where I e ... read more

North America » United States » Washington » Olympic National Park

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Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more