Vacation time has come and gone, and I had another fantastic trip into " the woods" and back. This year, my buddies and I ventured into the Pacific Northwest, primarily Oregon.

We ventured into two national parks (Mt. Rainier and Crater Lake), countless national forests and state recreation areas. I use this brief blog and photo album to stump for our country's natural beauty. Visiting parks and enjoying the outdoors is an immense "bargain".

National, state and local parts are treasures and investments in priceless natural treasures are something we all can enjoy. 

Of course, there was little time or possibility to shave while out in "the woods," so I had some fun getting cleaned up for air again.