TRAVEL JOURNAL

WRITINGS FROM MY JOURNEY AROUND KANSAS, THE MIDWEST AND BEYOND. TOPICS COVER INCLUDE TRAVEL, PHOTOGRAPHY, HISTORY, CUISINE AND MORE.

Inspirations Blog: Headliner

Andrea LaRayne Etzel

FIVE PLACES TO HIKE IN THE FLINT HILLS

The Flint Hills is a remarkable landscape and an ecosystem unlike any other. Providing year-round scenic panoramic views and glorious...

Andrea LaRayne Etzel

PHOTO ESSAY: SUNSET HIKE AT LITTLE JERUSALEM BADLANDS STATE PARK

Traversing amongst the chalk formations on a guided hike at sunset is the ultimate Kansas badlands experience for photographers and hikers.

Andrea LaRayne Etzel

HIKING LITTLE JERUSALEM BADLANDS STATE PARK: What to know before you go

Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park - Kansas' latest state park - has become a popular destination for travelers and outdoor adventures.