Native Americans

Shea's Videos and Travel Journal Entries Tagged with Native Americans

A man in a hat and glasses stands outdoors, framed by a phone on the rocky landscape of Cochise Stronghold—Dragoon Mountains, Arizona. Text: “Insightful Reflections.” Subheading atop the phone reads, “EVENTUALLY COCHISE ESCAPED AND.” History meets moral crossroads.
Ready to confront uncomfortable truths about history and morality? Are we repeating past mistakes? It's time to reflect and decide which side of history we want to stand on.
A man in a sun hat and glasses smiles outdoors amid nature. Inset photos show rocky landscapes, a park sign, and Chiricahua National Monument. Text reads: “Shea’s Rapid Recap #51” and highlights The Hiking CEO, Shea Oliver.
Join me on an unforgettable hike through Echo Canyon in Chiricahua National Monument, where nature's stunning rock formations tell silent stories of resilience and beauty.
A man in a wide-brimmed hat and glasses stands outdoors among trees, embracing nature. Four inset photos highlight Cochise Stronghold, a historic wooden structure, a scenic mountain view, and a cave. Text reads: "Shea’s Rapid Recap #50" and "The Hiking CEO Shea Oliver.
Explore Cochise Stronghold’s history and stunning landscapes in Southeast Arizona, discover hidden pictographs, and discover if a for-sale historic mercantile is for you!
A man with short curly hair and a beard smiles outdoors near trees. Inset photos highlight a cemetery, the OK Corral entrance, and wooden gallows—capturing his journey through time and adversity in "Shea's Rapid Recap #49 Surviving Tombstone.
Join my adventure to Tombstone, exploring its history at the O.K. Corral and beyond, despite multiple attempts and the weather’s challenges. A tourist trap worth the journey!
Man in orange helmet talks in foreground; logo "The Hiking CEO Shea Oliver" above. Three inset images: stone building with statue, a bus named "Royal Traveler," and a person eating a sandwich. Text: "Shea's Rapid Recap #47 Coronado National Forest and Memorial plus Fort Huachuca, Bisbee, & Arizona's National Scenic Trail.
Exploring Coronado National Forest, hiking sky islands, visiting military museums, and savoring local flavors in Bisbee. An adventure worth every step!
Close-up of a man wearing glasses and a green cap, with the text "The Hiking CEO Shea Oliver" in a badge. Behind him, photos of religious and historic artifacts, including a statue, capture Tucson's essence. The text reads, "Shea's Rapid Recap #39: San Xavier del Bac Mission, Jewish Museum & Holocaust Center.
With a rainy day on tap, I headed into Tucson to visit the San Xavier Del Bac Mission, the Tucson Jewish Museum and Holocaust Center, and ate an Indian Taco that rocked!
Collage of images featuring the Besh-Ba-Gowah Archaeological Site ruins, Miami Historic Downtown Bullion Plaza sign, Taco Ranchito restaurant, and ornate church interior. "The Hiking CEO Shea Oliver" logo and text: "Shea's Rapid Recap #34" bring these vivid glimpses to life.
After a few days of working and enjoying the desert, I needed water, a shower, and a little exploring, so I headed into Globe, Arizona, and checked out several interesting locations.
Scenic view of La Ventana Natural Arch in a rugged canyon landscape. This stunning feature is part of El Malpais National Monument, surrounded by steep cliffs in shades of tan and orange. In the foreground, green trees thrive among scattered rocks under a clear blue sky, enhancing the arch's grandeur.
Although this wasn't much of a hike, I knew I wanted to stop and see one of the largest natural arches in New Mexico while I passed through the El Malpais National Monument.
Under the clear blue sky with wispy clouds, the sandstone bluffs at El Malpais National Monument create a breathtaking landscape. The arid terrain features light brown and dark orange tones that highlight the textured, weathered rocks, while shadows emphasize their rugged contours and natural arches.
I didn't realize that I'd be driving through the El Malpais National Monument as I headed toward Arizona, but when I saw the signs, I knew I could add another national site to my list.
Ely Minnesota
What an amazing couple of days I had on my way to a friends' home in Ely, MN. I learned about mining, the Bois Forte Ojibwe, and the incomparable Hollywood icon Judy Garland.
Bois Forte Heritage Center features a small entrance and a large circular street art piece. Encircled by green grass and bushes under a blue sky with clouds, it includes a red bench near the entrance with trees in the background.
On my way to stay with friends and Ely, Minnesota, I detoured a little bit to learn about the Bois Forte Ojibwe, a Native American people who settled in the Great Lakes region.
Nestled in Whipholt Roadside Park, a stone monument with a plaque commemorates the Battle of Sugar Point while overlooking a calm, blue lake under a clear sky.
Not that far from Walker, I got one last look at Leech Lake and learned about the last major conflict between the United States and Native Americans.
A charming brown building marked by a sign that warmly welcomes visitors to the Cass County Museum. Nestled among lush grass, intriguing outdoor exhibits, and towering trees, it offers a glimpse into the rich history of Cass County.
A wonderfully organized and well-documented museum in the town of Walker was well worth a couple of hours of exploring before I headed out of town.
The exhibit display features an informational panel about Pipestone National Monument, a sacred place and spiritual practice, accompanied by a pipe and pipestone specimen. The text highlights "A Sacred Place Pipestone A Spiritual Practice.
Visiting Pipestone National Monument is an amazing experience. For generations, Native Americans have quarried the Redstone here to make pipes, and they still do today.
A historic cannon with large wooden wheels is displayed on a wooden platform, set on a grassy field with historical buildings in the background.
An unexpected hidden gem of a national historic site! Like all sites in the national Park system this one is unbelievably well done and even has a full-time blacksmith.
Metal buffalo silhouette in a grassy area with a wooden fence and informational sign. Hills and cloudy sky in the background.
After the Sand Creek Massacre, the Cheyenne, Apapho, and Sioux People gathered here and decided to raid Julesburg before moving north at the start of the Plains War.