# Erin Gifford

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8 Easy and Amazing National Park Hikes for Kids and Beginners

Hiking in our amazing national parks is not just for rugged, outdoorsy types. While many hikes do require a certain amount of expertise–there are many national park hikes for kids and beginners that are user friendly and non intimidating. In fact, most national parks have a mix of hikes that range …

49. Hiking Virginia’s Summits with Erin Gifford, Go Hike Virginia

“One of my favorite things about Virginia summits is I love going up there and being able to stare out, getting lost in the views. Virginia has so many beautiful views - Appalachian Mountain, Shenandoah Mountains, Blue Ridge Mountains - we've got them all and being able to look out at the mountains…

Take An Extreme Day Trip

Episode 287 - Travel writer Erin Gifford recently penned a piece for the Wall Street Journal titled "An 8-Hour Vacation? Meet the Travelers Who Love 'Extreme Day Trips.'  What is an extreme day trip and how far will some people go to see the world in one day increments? And find out how one travele…

Explore America for it's Birthday with Erin Gifford

Episode 294 - Travel writer Erin Gifford is writing the perfect companion for those who want to celebrate the nation's 250 birthday. Where can you get Vanilla Ice Cream from Thomas Jefferson's original recipe? What American landmark has a cat that will greet you? What roadside attraction has over 2…

250 for the 250th

Episode 197: Explore America — 250 Places to Go in 2026 with Erin Gifford Release Date: October 2025 Hosts: Rob & Traci Jones Guest: Erin Gifford — Travel Writer & Creator of Explore America: 250 Places to Go in 2026 Episode Overview America turns 250 years old in 2026, and what better wa…

The Best Places to Celebrate America 250 with Erin Gifford and Barbara Noe Kennedy

America is turning 250 years old, and the nation is marking the milestone by revisiting overlooked stories, opening archives, and gearing up for a year packed full of celebrations. Washington's personal copy of the U.S. Constitution will emerge from the vaults, while in Boston Harbor, an internatio…

Top 5 Events to Celebrate America 250 with Erin Gifford and Barbara Noe Kennedy

Imagine fireworks lighting up colonial cobblestones, tall ships gliding past centuries-old shores, and neon signs illuminating the American story in unexpected places. The United States is turning 250, and with celebrations unfolding coast to coast, the hardest part isn't finding a party—it's choos…

National and State Park Travel Stories from California, Alabama, and Virginia (Ep 88, Part 1)

In this solo episode, I'm taking you along on another whirlwind journey that spans thousands of miles and some of the most memorable outdoor adventures I've had all year. From birding along Alabama's Gulf Coast and exploring Chincoteague's marshes to rock climbing in Shenandoah National Park, hikin…

National and State Park Travel Stories from California, Alabama, and Virginia (Ep 88, Part 2)

In this solo episode, I'm taking you along on another whirlwind journey that spans thousands of miles and some of the most memorable outdoor adventures I've had all year. From birding along Alabama's Gulf Coast and exploring Chincoteague's marshes to rock climbing in Shenandoah National Park, hikin…