Deena C. Bouknight
Author
A 30-plus-year writer-journalist, Deena C. Bouknight works from her Western North Carolina mountain cottage and has contributed articles on food culture, travel, people, and more to local, regional, national, and international publications. She has written three novels, including the only historical fiction about the East Coast’s worst earthquake. Her website is DeenaBouknightWriting.com
LATEST
A Historical Hill in San Diego, a Tribute to California’s First Presidio
The lesser-known Presidio in San Diego is wroth a trip; visitors discover Californian history, architecture from the 18th century, and beautiful city views.
An Isolated Historic Ocean Stronghold
In this installment of ‘History off the Beaten Path, we visit Fort Jefferson, where three were imprisoned as conspirators in the plot to assassinate Lincoln.
Hiking, Snorkeling, and Windmills, Oh My!
The remains of uniquely constructed windmills are a bonus feature on the island of St. John, which was once a production center for sugarcane.
Beyond the Adventures Outdoors: Camp Hosts Volunteer Their Time, Find New Purpose in Helping State and National Park Visitors
Across the country, camp hosts volunteer to maintain park grounds—and get a chance to enjoy the wilderness while they’re at it.
Boston’s Old North Church Offers a Delightful Demonstration
In this installment of ‘History Off the Beaten Path,’ we visit Clough House, which houses the church’s visitor’s center. There, we found delicious treats.
Outdoorsy Septuagenarian Attributes His Good Health to Adventurous Lifestyle
79-year-old Mike Tisdale has already scaled the highest peaks in Colorado, and looks forward to more daring pursuits in his future.
Gen. William Tecumseh Sherman, Much More Than a Soldier
Biographer Robert L. O’Connell’s ‘Fierce Patriot’ exposes Sherman’s talents that eventually enabled him to become a genius of military tactics.
