We’re once again less than one month away from November, which means two things for outdoor lovers in Florida—For the hikers, it’s time for trail maintenance to restore the Florida Trail for the thru hikers, and for hunters, it’s time to gear up for general gun season. Since many of the best places to hike … Continue reading If you Plan to Hike or Backpack in Central Florida this Fall, Beware of these Hunting Dates
Author: Rob Rogers
Check out my latest essay, “A Subtle Change in Tone,” in Bacopa Literary Review
After a long, relaxing summer, my first of several essays set for publication this fall, "A Subtle Change in Tone," has now made it into print in Bacopa Literary Journal, which is now available for purchase. I'll also be joining other authors whose works appear in Bacopa's next issue at the magazine's release event on … Continue reading Check out my latest essay, “A Subtle Change in Tone,” in Bacopa Literary Review
For a Taste of Lake Wales Ridge Hiking, Check Out Scrub Point Preserve
After a long summer mostly spent away from the trails of Central Florida, my wife and I recently reconnected with our home forests by discovering a new set of trails tantalizingly close to our home in Winter Garden, on a peninsula on the southern shore of Johns Lake that was opened to the public only … Continue reading For a Taste of Lake Wales Ridge Hiking, Check Out Scrub Point Preserve
Just an Hour’s Drive from Split, Šibenik Will Awe You With Medieval Charm
During my summer hiatus from backpacking in Central Florida, I’ve decided to spend the next several weeks posting about the towns and islands my family and I visited during our weeklong sailing trip in June on the Dalmatian Coast of Croatia. If you’re interested in learning more about what it’s like to charter a sailboat … Continue reading Just an Hour’s Drive from Split, Šibenik Will Awe You With Medieval Charm
Thanks to Artist Robert Gorby for Making My Blog Beautiful
If you've checked back recently on my website (https://RobRogersWriter.com) or my blog (https://backpackingdeskjockey.blog), you may have noticed some changes to their home pages and menus, which I'm hoping will improve both sites. Tops on the list is the cover art for the blog, thanks to a good friend in Pennsylvania. My blog's new cover art … Continue reading Thanks to Artist Robert Gorby for Making My Blog Beautiful
With Ancient Ruins, Historic Churches, and Seaside Vistas, Split and Trogir Should Not be Missed if You Visit Croatia
Split (from atop the Bell Tower at the Cathedral of St. Domnius) During my summer hiatus from backpacking in Central Florida, I’ve decided to spend the next several weeks posting about the towns and islands my family and I visited during our weeklong sailing trip in June on the Dalmatian Coast of Croatia. If you’re … Continue reading With Ancient Ruins, Historic Churches, and Seaside Vistas, Split and Trogir Should Not be Missed if You Visit Croatia
If You Are Sailing in Croatia Near Split, Check Out These Seaside Restaurants and Pretty Mooring Spots
The Fisherman's House, Pakleni Islands During my summer hiatus from backpacking in Central Florida, I’ve decided to spend the next several weeks posting about the towns and islands my family and I visited during our weeklong sailing trip in June on the Dalmatian Coast of Croatia. If you’re interested in learning more about what it’s … Continue reading If You Are Sailing in Croatia Near Split, Check Out These Seaside Restaurants and Pretty Mooring Spots
Although Brač in Croatia is Known for its Beaches, Milna Has Its Own Charm and Beauty
During my summer hiatus from backpacking in Central Florida, I’ve decided to spend the next several weeks posting about the towns and islands my family and I visited during our weeklong sailing trip in June on the Dalmatian Coast of Croatia. If you’re interested in learning more about what it’s like to charter a sailboat … Continue reading Although Brač in Croatia is Known for its Beaches, Milna Has Its Own Charm and Beauty
My Love Letter to Nirvana, “The Poster in My Closet,” was Just Published in Under the Gum Tree
My third essay of the summer, "The Poster in My Closet," was published earlier this week in the Summer 2026 issue of Under the Gum Tree, and it is a piece that is especially personal and dear to me. I also now have a special appreciation for Dorothy Rice and the other editors at Under … Continue reading My Love Letter to Nirvana, “The Poster in My Closet,” was Just Published in Under the Gum Tree
If You Travel to Hvar in Croatia, Don’t Miss the More Tranquil Ambiance of Stari Grad
During my summer hiatus from backpacking in Central Florida, I’ve decided to spend the next several weeks posting about the towns and islands my family and I visited during our weeklong sailing trip in June on the Dalmatian Coast of Croatia. If you’re interested in learning more about what it’s like to charter a sailboat … Continue reading If You Travel to Hvar in Croatia, Don’t Miss the More Tranquil Ambiance of Stari Grad
