<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[My Site 179]]></title><description><![CDATA[My Site 179]]></description><link>https://www.familytreeadventures.net/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:04:28 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.familytreeadventures.net/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Bucket List on Steriods: Two Days at the Tour de France]]></title><description><![CDATA[Team Bora at the sign in before the start of Stage 6 in Pau   July 10-11 2026 As an avid rider I have always dreamed of seeing the Tour de France.  With generous retirement gifts from family, friends and former colleagues we were finally able to see two days of the tour. At the Stage 5 event our VIP section was positioned 25 meters from the finish line. We snacked on some great food including duck breast &#38; peach skewers along with some wonderful berry &#38; banana sorbet prepared to order on a...]]></description><link>https://www.familytreeadventures.net/post/bucket-list-on-steriods-two-days-at-the-tour-de-france</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a511cffed454c8c1c1e8618</guid><category><![CDATA[Travel]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 06:02:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5feef4_949c75079034497db624c6899a3b363c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>michaelvenckus</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Great Fish Vibes in Amsterdam's "The Seafood Bar"]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Seafood Bar on Damrak  July 5, 2026 The Seafood Bar in old town Amsterdam (family run business with multiple locations) is a great place to get a very tasty dinner in a city full of tourist trap restaurants.  The dining room was bustling on a Sunday night and the line at the door was long but the staff handled the crowds with grace and efficiency.  We called ahead with a reservation and were seated in the beautifully designed dining hall within ten minutes. Our order (mixed seafood grill,...]]></description><link>https://www.familytreeadventures.net/post/great-fish-vibes-in-amsterdam-s-the-seafood-bar</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a4bbfbcc9e68b02b3989dbe</guid><category><![CDATA[Food]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 15:19:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5feef4_d550292e897b4c9981a3427680f93cb7~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>michaelvenckus</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Solitude Nordic Center punches way above its weight.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Solitude Nordic Center in Brighton, Utah March 2026 On paper, Solitude Nordic Center may not seem impressive, with just 20km of trails. However, the location and terrain will keep you coming back for more. Situated at the top of Big Cottonwood Canyon, be prepared with chains or all-weather tires on a snowy day; otherwise, good luck. The drive up the canyon is beautiful, steep, and dotted with avalanche warning signs. Upon reaching Brighton, you're at 8,700 feet, making it one of the highest...]]></description><link>https://www.familytreeadventures.net/post/solitude-nordic-center-punches-way-above-its-weight</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a46f61f258f25aaabaf30bf</guid><category><![CDATA[Trails/Workouts]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 01:27:34 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5feef4_289df2ead73b4a28b4e28e39c295b440~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>michaelvenckus</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Euer Valley: a magical place for XC Skiers]]></title><description><![CDATA[February 2026 If you're a cross-country skier who enjoys valley terrain, the Euer Valley at Tahoe Donner Nordic Center in Truckee, California has the perfect trails. This serene valley offers a beautiful escape into nature, far away from the crowds. My eleven-mile journey covered most of the valley floor (a few trails were closed) with minimal elevation gain, except for the 400 foot climb back to the Adventure Center, and involved only a few repeated trails. For those seeking a peaceful ski...]]></description><link>https://www.familytreeadventures.net/post/the-euer-valley-a-magical-place-to-get-lost-for-xc-skiers</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a446148f5f40624272b4d8d</guid><category><![CDATA[Trails/Workouts]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 21:03:17 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5feef4_ac294f79d1de41baaf04a1ef43ff67c0~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>michaelvenckus</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>