There are a few things that we've missed from the states over the past year -gatorade, Mexican food, fizzy cola gummies to name a few. But the one thing that we both miss the most is the wild, invigorating views, smells, and feeling of being in untamed outdoors. We (especially Jack) love being in nature - backpacking, camping, mountain biking, hiking - and while the Dutch countryside is beautiful, it's extremely manicured and man made. Apparently there are no more naturally growing trees in Holland - all the forests have been planned and planted. You can FEEL the structure and order when you're out in Dutch "nature". Parks and outdoor areas are really pretty, but lack the natural & messy wild that we love. I find myself dreaming of our backpacking trips when we get back to the states, and almost all of our travels over here are centered around hikes, outdoor adventures and scenic views. Currently I'm daydreaming about the following few trips we hope to visit when we get back:
- The Lost Coast in Northern California
- Arches & Bryce Canyon in Utah
- The Grand Tetons in Wyoming
Feel free to send us recommendations for your favorite backpacking/ camping places for when we get back!
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