Parks & Travel

Margot Carrera - Communing with Nature in Sacred Spaces

Welcome to Part One of our 4-Part Big Blend Radio NATURE CONNECTION Podcast series focusing on Nature Destinations Around the World and Across America. This episode features fine art nature photographer and co-host Margot Carrera who discusses sacred spaces in nature, and how we can energetically and spiritually help give back to nature. See Margot's photography, here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/margotcarrera/?etsrc=sdt LISTEN TO THE REST OF THE NATURE CONNECT PODCASTS IN THIS SERIES HERE: http://tinyurl.com/5dkvjyfx * EPISODE TWO covers Nature Destinations from Vermont to California & Ecuador with travel writers Jamie Edwards & Linda Ballou.* EPISODE THREE covers Nature Destinations in North & South Carolina with Steve & Karen Wilson, owners of The Lion and the Rose Bed and Breakfast, and travel writer Jo Clark.* EPISODE FOUR covers Nature Connections in Florda & Coastal Mississippi with travel writers Lisa Evans, Kathleen Walls, and Diane Dobry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Linda Ballou - Tasmania, The Devil Made Me Do It!

On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures with Linda Ballou," Linda takes us to Tasmania where she spent a week exploring Cradle Mountain National Park, the Cataract Gorge in Launceston, and Wineglass Bay in Freycinet National Park on the sunny east coast. With 40 percent of the land in this island state preserved with 880 tracks lacing the national parks, Tasmania is one of the last hold outs for true conservation. The caring population of just over half a million are doing all they can to keep their home clean and green. Read Linda's story, "Tasmania: The Devil Made Me Do It!" that's featured in her book, "Lost Angel Unleashed: Stories from the Heart."Follow Linda's adventures at https://lostangeladventures.com/ and learn more about her books at http://www.lindaballouauthor.com/ Listen to Big Blend Radio's "Lost Angel Travel Adventures" Show every 3rd Wednesday at High Noon PST, here: https://shows.acast.com/linda-ballou Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lisa Hopper - Arizona Heroes Memorial in Oro Valley

In honor of Arizona becoming the 48th state admitted to the Union on February 14, 1912, today's episode of Big Blend Radio features Lisa Hopper, Executive Director of the Arizona Heroes Memorial. WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/oPNqMjY3EnQ The AZ Heroes Memorial pays tribute to Arizona's veterans, active military, first responders, and healthcare workers. The site in Naranja Park, Oro Valley, AZ is currently under construction, with an expected completion of Summer 2024. When complete, the Memorial will be open to the public, allowing for a dedicated space in which to remember and learn about the Grand Canyon State's heroes. Such a physical space is unique to Arizona. Learn more and be part of this honorable project, here: https://azheroesmemorial.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Big Daily Blend - Travel Africa

From the pyramids of Egypt and the Sahara Desert of Morocco to the Great Serengeti Wildebeest Migration in East Africa and Table Mountain in Cape Town, this episode of Big Blend Radio celebrates Travel Africa Day (February 13). Africa is the world's second-largest continent covering approximately 11.7 million square miles, and is home to 7 Natural Wonders of the World including the Ngorongoro Crater, The Nile River, The Okavango Delta, The Sahara Desert, The Red Sea Reef, Serengeti Migration, and Mount Kilimanjaro. CHECK OUT BIG BLEND MAGAZINE ARTICLES & BIG BLEND RADIO PODCASTS COVERING AFRICA:* Jamie Clark - Adventures in Africa: http://tinyurl.com/55h3eub6 * Sharon Kurtz - King Tut & The Valley of The Kings: http://tinyurl.com/mr2xjmnm * Barbara Redding - Magical Tour of Morocco: http://tinyurl.com/3fap2r52 * Debbie Stone - Namibia's Little Five: http://tinyurl.com/mrx4sps5 * Debbie Stone - Chobe & Victoria Falls: http://tinyurl.com/nh9rhfpk * Debbie Stone - Captivating Cape Town: http://tinyurl.com/yt3xex4d * Elizabeth Willoughby - Epic Zimbabwe Road Trip: http://tinyurl.com/y79jxrrb * Elsa Van Der Byl - Hippos, Hotspots & Homelands: http://tinyurl.com/2s62nfnb * Elsa Van Der Byl - Sailing from Venice to Cape Town: http://tinyurl.com/yetjydne * Roxie LaFever - Roaming with Roxie: http://tinyurl.com/5x3xnvz8 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Artist Diana Miller in Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park

This episode of Big Blend Radio's 1st Friday "Toast to The Arts & Parks" Show features artist Diana Miller, the latest National Parks Arts Foundation artist-in-residence at Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. Diana lives on the island of Hawai’i near Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park, combining her passion for art and environmental stewardship. Hear about her art, love of the park, and her advocacy for protecting native flora and fauna. WATCH THIS PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/e8iaXSDMUqc Learn more about the National Parks Arts Foundation's unique artist residency programs in parks across the country at https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

African American Experience in California’s Sequoia Country

In honor of Black History Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "California Sequoia Country" Podcast focuses on the African American History, Culture, and Experiences in Tulare County, California. FEATURED GUESTS:- Sintia Kawasaki-Yee - Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks. More: https://www.nps.gov/seki/index.htm - Donette Silva Carter - Tulare Chamber of Commerce. More: http://www.tularechamber.org/ - Patty Rocha, Pastor Albert Hudson & Martha Hudson - Tulare Historical Museum. More: https://www.tularehistoricalmuseum.org/ Located in Central California, Tulare County is home to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Giant Sequoia National Monument and Sequoia National Forest, and charming art and agricultural communities including Visalia, Tulare, Exeter, Dinuba, Porterville, Three Rivers, Lindsay, and Woodlake. Plan your visit: https://www.discoverthesequoias.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tips on Planning a Vacation

“To Travel is to Live.” Hans Christian AndersenFrom solo adventures and romantic escapes to road trips and multigeneraltional cruises, this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Podcast celebrates National Plan for Vacation Day (January 30) with some well-learned travel advice. OUR WEBSITES & RESOURCES FOR TRAVEL INSPIRATION* Park & Travel Site: https://nationalparktraveling.com/ * Big Blend Site: https://blendradioandtv.com/ * Our Big Blend Experts: http://tinyurl.com/2ua49xkm * Parks & Travel Facebook Group: http://tinyurl.com/r2mzrmjw * "Traveler's Tales" Music Playlist on Spotify: http://tinyurl.com/339jwvs9 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Celebrating Kansas, The Sunflower State

From Dodge City to Paola, this episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Podcast celebrates Kansas, "The Sunflower State," which was admitted to the Union as our 34th US State on January 29, 1861. Along with some music, movie, and literary pop culture, hear about the state's history, parks, and famous travel routes like Route 66 and the Jefferson Highway, and the Santa Fe and Pony Express National Historic Trails. PLAYLIST of BLEND RADIO Podcasts featuring Kansas: * YouTube: http://tinyurl.com/pc9nhces * Soundcloud: http://tinyurl.com/4hbhakk3 FAMOUS KANSAS - Check out this list on Wikipedia: http://tinyurl.com/3cykh42h Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.