May 21

Destin in a Day – Ep 3 – 771 miles round trip, in 1 day, to Eat Shrimp and visit Baytowne Wharf!

In Destin in a Day – Ep 2 – 771 miles round trip, in 1 day, to Eat Shrimp and visit Baytowne Wharf, we continue our adventure in Destin Florida but focus on Baytowne Wharf.

In this epic adventure we will travel 771 miles in one day and back home just to eat shrimp at our favorite place in Destin, Florida, Pompano Joe’s.

But after that, we will travel to the beautiful Baytowne Wharf. Baytown Wharf is full of shops and restaurants and is a must see when visiting the Destin, Florida area.

Baytowne Wharf has many eating options that range in price but typically is what you’d expect for seafood in a trendy area like Baytowne Wharf. The restaurants in Baytowne Wharf vary from quick eats to serious sit down fare. Baytowne Wharf food varies from hamburgers, pizza etc… to serious seafood.

The nightlife at Baytowne Wharf seems to be fantastic. The neon lights cover the place and live band music can be heard everywhere in Baytowne Wharf.

So I hope you enjoy Destin in a Day – Ep 3 – 771 miles round trip, in 1 day, to Eat Shrimp and visit Baytowne Wharf.

Again, if you’re ever in the Destin, Florida area then Baytowne Wharf is a must see destination.

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May 15

Destin in a Day – Ep 2 – 771 miles round trip, in 1 day, to Eat Shrimp and visit Seaside, FL.

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In this micro-adventure I drive to Destin in a Day – Ep 2 – 771 miles round trip, in 1 day, to Eat Shrimp and visit Seaside, FL. 771 round trip miles, in 1 day, to Seaside FL.? That’s right, 771 round trip miles, in one day, for my favorite shrimp at Pompano Joe’s as they have the best Coconut Shrimp around. Then we’re off to beautiful Seaside, FL. to walk off our meal! Over the years we have explored other nearby places and found the jewel of Seaside, FL. Seaside, FL. is a bustling little town full of food trucks, boutiques, shops and more. According to sowal.com Seaside, FL. started this way – The idea of Seaside started with the notion of reviving Northwest Florida’s building tradition, which had produced wood-frame cottages so well adapted to the climate that they enhanced the sensual pleasure of life by the sea. Cottages accommodated generations of family members, and kids got to sleep on the porch. These cottages had deep roof overhangs, ample windows, and cross ventilation in all rooms. They were built of wood and other time-tested materials and with reasonable maintenance, could last several generations. So how did this micro-adventure begin to Seaside, FL.? This micro-adventure to Destin, Florida, began on a Thursday night with me wanting coconut shrimp from Pompano Joe’s, in Destin Florida. So, on Friday we left the house at 6am. and wouldn’t return from Destin until 1am. 771 round trip miles in one day to eat coconut shrimp and it was awesome! While in Destin, Florida, on this micro-adventure on allthingstonyj we also visited Seaside, FL., Baytowne Wharf, Dewey Destin’s Restaurant on the Bay and harborwalk village. All in the Destin, Florida, area. Seaside FL. is now a must visit vacation destination while in the Destin Florida area! You may not be willing to drive this far to eat Coconut Shrimp at Pompano Joe’s in Destin, Florida but after watching – Destin in a Day – Ep 2 – 771 miles round trip, in 1 day, to Eat Shrimp and visit Seaside, FL. – you may change your mind! Yup, Destin, Florida, Destin Florida for Coconut Shrimp then to Seaside, FL.!

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May 09

Destin in a Day – 771 miles round trip, in 1 day, to Pompano Joe’s for Coconut Shrimp!

In this micro-adventure I drive to Destin in a Day – 771 miles round trip, in 1 day, to Pompano Joe’s for Coconut Shrimp!

That’s right, 771 round trip miles, in one day, for my favorite shrimp at Pompano Joe’s as they have the best Coconut Shrimp around.

Pompano Joe’s and Dewey Destin’s on the Bay in Destin, Florida have been our long time favorite restaurants for years.

This micro-adventure to Destin, Florida, began on a Thursday night with me wanting coconut shrimp from Pompano Joe’s, in Destin Florida. So, on Friday we left the house at 6am. and wouldn’t return from Destin until 1am. 771 round trip miles in one day to eat coconut shrimp and it was awesome!

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May 04

Urban Hiking Leiper’s Fork,Tn. – Harley’s, Dogs and BBQ!

Today’s micro-adventure – Urban Hiking Ep-14 Leiper’s Fork, Tn – Harley’s, Dogs and BBQ was a one day trip of epic proportion!

Leiper’s Fork, Tn. is an awesome small town full of character and quaint shops that offer something for everyone. Leiper’s Fork, Tn. was alive and well with people everywhere the day I decided to go Urban Hiking there.

The day I chose to go urban hiking in Leiper’s Fork, Tn. there were an abundance of Harley’s, dogs and BBQ. Very dog friendly town and Leiper’s Fork, Tn. is a favorite destination for weekly Harley motorcycle rides. Even the shops seem to be dog friendly in Leiper’s Fork, Tn.

The local favorite for BBQ in Leiper’s Fork, Tn. hands down is Puckett’s BBQ. They even offer outside seating and plenty of it.

Leiper’s Fork, Tn. is a must stop for Urban Hiking if you’re within an hours drive!

The name Leiper’s Fork is from a stream that runs through the town.

I will be returning to Leiper’s Fork Tn. to go urban hiking in the future, why? Harley’s, dogs and BBQ.

Urban hiking in Leiper’s Fork, Tn. – Harley’s, Dogs and BBQ! Leiper’s Fork, Tn.

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Apr 27

Urban Hiking Thompson’s Station Tennessee!

In this Urban Hiking micro-adventure I travel to Thompson’s Station Tennessee

Per Wikipedia – “Thompson’s Station Tennessee is a town in Williamson County, Tennessee. The population was 2,194 at the 2010 Census, and was estimated 6,567 in 2019. Several locations in Thompson’s Station listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places include the Jacob Critz House and the Thomas L. Critz House, Thompson’s Station Bank, John Neely House, James P. Johnson House, Homestead Manor and James Giddens House.

The first settlers arrived in what is now Thompson’s Station Tennessee in the late 18th century. The community was originally known as “White House,” but changed its name to “Littlebury” in 1836.[1] After the arrival of the railroad in 1855, Dr. Elijah Thompson donated land for a town and train station, and the community was thus renamed for him.[1]

On March 5, 1863, during the Civil War, the Battle of Thompson’s Station Tennessee was fought, with Confederate forces led by General Earl Van Dorn defeating Union forces under Colonel John Coburn.[1] “

If you ever near Thompson’s Station Tennessee it’s worth a visit. While Thompson’s Station Tennessee is small I hear the the Circa Restaurant is excellent.

Then there is also the Tennessee Equine Hospital in Thompson’s Station Tennessee where you can see the horses but don’t touch!

And if you’re into hiking Thompson’s Station Tennessee has several trails to choose from.

If you liked this video of me Urban Hiking at Thompson’s Station Tennessee then check our my other Urban Hiking videos!

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Apr 20

Rural Exploration – Abandoned off Hwy 99

Today’s micro-adventure is all about rural exploration of abandoned stuff, abandoned homes, abandoned barns, and more, just off Hwy 99 in Limestone County, Alabama. In today’s episode of rural exploration I go in search of abandoned barns, abandoned homes and more in rural areas of North Alabama.
Rural Exploration is the exploration of man made structures that are abandoned or rarely seen by most. It’s sometimes referred to as rurex – a combination of Rural and Exploration.
Rurex or Rural Exploration, is the counterpart to Urbanex or urban exploration, but in rurex or Rural exploration, the exploration is done in the country or rural areas of the United States.
The highlight of today’s rurex or rural exploration is a grist mill on highway 99 in Limestone County in North Alabama, near Athens, Alabama.
Rurex, rural exploration, rural ex, no matter what you call it, it’s always a great micro-adventure anyone can do.
So load up the car and go on a Rural Exploration or rurex adventure of your own!

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Apr 13

Rural Exploration – Abandoned Stuff in Paint Rock Valley!

In this rural exploration micro-adventure I explore abandoned barns, homes and more in Paint Rock Valley, Alabama!
There are so many abandoned homes, barns and homesteads to explore in rural America that many will never see. It’s rural art and photography at it’s best. As I explore these areas I also hope to provide a way for others to see rural America.
When doing rural exploration I always wonder that that abandoned, home, barn or farm once looked like on it’s best day. It was probably the pride and joy for someone, only to now be abandoned with it’s best days left behind.
Paint Rock is a town in Jackson County, Alabama that sits alongside the Paint Rock River. According to Wikipedia – Paint Rock was settled in the 1820s, and was initially known as “Camden.” A post office was established in 1836, and a railroad depot was constructed in 1856. The name was changed from Camden to “Paint Rock” in 1876.

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Apr 06

Couch to 25k in 3 Weeks? – McKay Hollow Madness 15 mile trail run!

In this physical micro-adventure I attempt to do a couch to 25K trail run with just 3 weeks training. That’s a 15 mile trail run with very little practical training just see if it can be done! Thus the title – couch to 25k in 3 Weeks!
Full disclaimer… I am a runner and in my last race I completed a 100 mile run. But haven’t ran much since. And I mean I haven’t run hardly any long distances since, in fact none! Periodically I’d run a couple to three miles and that’s pretty much it. Just got burned out of running. So, at the last minute I decided to see if I could run the McKay Hollow Madness on Monte Sano in Huntsville, Alabama. It’s a technical trial run with a lot of elevation. At least a lot for me considering I have now hills to train on near my home.
My 3 week training plan was to do a few 3-5 mile runs and one long run prior to the race. In the past I feel like I may over train and this time I wanted to know if I had what it takes to just finish with little training.
I don’t recommend this training plan but in a pinch I thought I’d try it – I mean how hard could 15 trail miles with elevation be – right?
Join me on this documentary style short film as I attempt a couch to 25K with just 3 weeks training!
See if this becomes an epic fail!

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Mar 30

Rural Exploration – Minor Hill, Tennessee and more abandoned stuff!

In this Rural Exploration micro-adventure I travel to the southern Tennessee town of Minor Hill.

Minor Hill, Tennessee is an ideal location for Rural Exploration as it offers beautiful abandoned barns, country houses and more.In this rural exploration micro-adventure I decided to randomly pick a road and see what there was to explore in the Minor Hill area of Tennessee.

It turned into a treasure trove of abandoned buildings, barns and old country homes. I always wonder what these old structures were once like in their prime. Wikipedia had this to say about Minor Hill – “Minor Hill is named for Joseph Minor, an early settler in the area.

A later owner of the Minor tract donated part of it for the establishment of a school, church, and cemetery in the mid-19th century. A post office was established in 1870, and the city incorporated that same year….As of the census of 2000, there were 437 people, 181 households, and 129 families residing in the city.” Click here to join the exploration!

Mar 23

92 Rides Roads Unknown Ep-4 – Awesome Covered Bridges and Camaros

In this motovlog I go for a ride on my motorcycle into North Alabama to see covered bridges, camaros, creeks, and more.
This was a great day to ride old 92 which is the name of my Yamaha Vstar 1100 bobber. In case you were wondering what the difference is between a chopper and a bobber motorcycle… A chopper you actually chop up when building, whereas a bobber motorcycle can be put back together into a stock configuration, generally speaking as far as motorcycles go.
North Alabama has some of the best country roads for riding motorcycles which is why I started this section on allthingstonyj.
So sit back and enjoy a ride through Salem, Alabama as I go motovlogging on my motorcycle to see covered bridges, camaro’s, creeks, and more.
In this motorcycle vlogging series I literally get on my motorcycle and choose a road I’ve never traveled. Thus the title of this section 92 Rides Roads unknown. There’s something awesome about the mystery of taking a motorcycle ride to local places you’re never seen. You always find the most interesting things that most people have never seen.

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