Missouri State Archive

The last destination in our trip through Peru was Machu Picchu, which is a pre-Columbian Inca site that is found above the Urubamba Valley. It was untouched by colonist to the area due to the trails being destroyed leading to the city. The way to...

The fifth day’s excursion featured piranha fishing, which is only performed by tourist. This is due to the high cost associated with piranha fishing, bait is chicken meat. I was really excited though to catch some fish and to try it. But first we had...

Redwood National Park is my last stop on my move across the country. It has been a long journey, but I have grown to appreciate nature and the National Park conservation effort even more. I approached the Redwoods like any other National Park, expecting an...

It’s been a long journey so far. I have gone to the Rocky Mountain National Park, staying in Estes Park, Colorado. This trip has given me a new found respect for both the United States and it’s conservationist system. I love the beauty of all...