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One Family, Two Coasts

Mother-Daughter Travel Adventurers: Exploring the U.S. Together.

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Separate Coasts but Traveling Together

We're mother-daughter travel adventurers - Kathleen Hesketh, Ali Patton and Taryn Hesketh-Bingham. Welcome to our coast-to-coast travel site covering the U.S.

As travel agents, we love to travel and to explore new places, but we're also excited to find unique adventures close to home.

The problem is, Kathleen lives in Connecticut, Ali resides in Oregon, and Taryn resides in Idaho. We're on opposite coasts with an entire country between us!

Travel brings us together and let's us explore new destinations and experiences.

When planning our excursions, we like to know what to expect, but it's hard to find that level of detail when researching new places to go and things to do. Travel guides and tourism sites are no substitute for personal experience.

That's why we started Seconds to Go. We thought if we could chronicle all of our adventures in an easy to search format, we could save others time.

To make it easy and quick to find things to do, we've broken each outing into a "trip". On each trip page we'll provide you with a detailed write up on where to go and what to expect when you get there.

We'll give you a sense for how long each outing will take. Trips can be tackled singly or put together to create a longer excursion. We'll even tell you what's nearby.

And, as Disney travel planners we can't help but share our knowledge and experience visiting the world's best theme parks. If you have a Disney travel question, you'll probably find the answer on our site. If you can't find what you're looking, drop us a line at in**@se*********.net. We'll provide you an aswer as soon as we can.

So, now that you know who we are, why not use the site and follow our motto: Get Out. Explore.

Travel Inspiration | Travel Tips | Travel Destinations

Mother-Daughter Travel Bloggers
Covering the U.S. Coast to Coast

Meet the Seconds to Go Mascots

Occasionally, you might see a special tip from Nemo. He's a wily, athletic and active Golden Retriever. He's also our New England mascot at Seconds to Go. He and his BFF Kimber, a Mini Aussie and our Oregon mascot, are frequent sidekicks on our adventures. They'll bring a unique perspective to a trip or offer special tips as they each play a part in our coast-to-coast blogging adventures. Be sure to watch for their adventures on our social media channels.

We hope you enjoy Seconds to Go. Get out and explore somewhere new today.

Mini Aussie, Kimber, the Oregon canine representatives for Seconds to Go, poses in front of the Painted Hills.
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Watch for Wren and Klancy

Wren and Klancy love joining our Utah adventures and other destinations across the western U.S.!

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Golen Retriever, Nemo, poses for the camera as the mascot for Seconds to Go
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Welcome Finley!

Finley the Connecticut Corgi joined our family in December of 2019. He'll be doing his part in our coast-to-coast blogging adventures as we start heading out across New England and the East Coast!

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Some Trips You Might Enjoy

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Valley of the Giants: Oregon’s Tallest Hidden Secret

By Kathleen Hesketh | August 15, 2024

ATTENTION: As of December 2023, the U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management has closed the Valley of … Read more

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Silver Falls State Park in Oregon: 10 Awesome Waterfalls in a Single Day

By Ali Patton | August 8, 2024

Silver Falls State Park Oregon is the largest park in the state at close to ten thousand acres. It features … Read more

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Guide to the Most Scenic Places in Oregon: Exploring Epic Landscapes

By Ali Patton | August 8, 2024

Last update: 1/14/2025 When visiting Oregon, it may be hard to narrow down a list of things to do. So, … Read more

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Royal Terrace falls on the McDowell Creek Falls trail
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McDowell Creek Falls- A Mythical Oregon Hike

By Ali Patton | August 6, 2024

McDowell Creek Falls Oregon is a moderate hike located north of Sweet Home. It features beautiful forest views and serene … Read more

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Finding the Mysterious Cavern of Dover Stone Church Preserve

By Kathleen Hesketh | August 6, 2024

As the fall laid down a blanket of leaves and blazed in glorious colors, it seemed a strange time to … Read more

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6 Connecticut Winter Activities for Non-Skiers: The Perfect Way to Spend a Cold Day

By Kathleen Hesketh | July 21, 2024

Connecticut day trips are a great way to bust the boredom of gloomy winter weather, but if you think you’re … Read more

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New England fall color is vibrant at peak in Vermont
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New England Fall Color, Incredible Ways to Enjoy the Season

By Kathleen Hesketh | July 16, 2024

When it comes to autumn spectacles, New England fall color is unbeatable. While many areas of the country sport their … Read more

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What Lies Beneath Clear Lake in Oregon: Kayaking the Great Blue

By Ali Patton | July 16, 2024

Kayaking over Clear Lake, Oregon, you would have no idea what lies underneath. From above, you experience calm, clear water … Read more

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We Found the Best Things to Do in Astoria Oregon, and that Was a Problem

By Kathleen Hesketh | May 23, 2024

Finding cool and unusual things to do in Astoria, Oregon wasn’t the hard part of our journey. It was compressing … Read more

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Over the River and Through the Woods: Oregon’s Premier Scenic Byway

By Ali Patton | May 22, 2024

What is the Over the River and Through the Woods Scenic Byway? The over the river and through the woods … Read more

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Submerged at Submarine Force Museum in Connecticut

By Ali Patton | May 21, 2024

The Submarine Force Museum in Groton CT is home to all things submarine, including working periscopes and the USS Nautilus. … Read more

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The Sweet Hike of Sweet Creek Falls

By Ali Patton | May 19, 2024

Sweet Creek Falls Oregon is a heavily trafficked two-mile out and back Oregon hiking trail that showcases four waterfalls, which … Read more

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Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad Review: See More, Travel the Old-Fashioned Way

By Ali Patton | May 17, 2024

If you need a relaxing way to see the Oregon Coast while visiting Oregon, or if you have a kiddo … Read more

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Oregon’s Mosier Twin Tunnels Hike, Mother-Daughter Trek into History

By Ali Patton | May 14, 2024

During our mother daughter excursion into the Columbia River Gorge, we sought to avoid the crowds. While we did do … Read more

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Best Connecticut Hiking Trails: 7 Hikes that Will Knock Your Socks off

By Kathleen Hesketh | May 9, 2024

You don’t have to search long to come up with dozens of Connecticut hiking trails, but narrowing in on the … Read more

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Horsetail Falls Oregon to Ponytail Falls, Mother and Daughter on the Trail

By Kathleen Hesketh | April 25, 2024

A recent trip to the Columbia River Gorge had us—as it does many—chasing waterfalls, most notably Horsetail Falls Oregon and … Read more

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Visit Multnomah Falls Columbia River Gorge, But Don’t Make Our Mistake

By Kathleen Hesketh | April 24, 2024

Multnomah Falls in the Columbia River Gorge is one of the world’s most iconic waterfalls. Revereed for its two-tier plunge … Read more

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Bohemia Mine: Haunting Oregon Ghost Town in the High Umpquas

By Ali Patton | April 19, 2024

Our first attempt to visit the Bohemia Mine Oregon ghost town took place in 2014, right after I got married. … Read more

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Air Museum in McMinnville Oregon Features Legendary One-Flight Plane

By Ali Patton | April 12, 2024

The Air Museum in McMinnville Oregon, called the Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum, offers an up close and personal view … Read more

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Lowell National Historic Park: Bringing the Industrial Revolution Back to Life

By Ali Patton | April 11, 2024

A visit to Lowell National Historic Park is a visit back in time to the 19th century during the peak … Read more

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Fort Wetherill Jamestown: Exploring Semi-Secret Tunnels and Other Things You Can’t Imagine

By Ali Patton | March 28, 2024

Abandoned on Rhode Island’s shores, behind overgrown trees, often overlooked, or just plain forgotten, sits Fort Wetherill in Jamestown. Once … Read more

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Dismal Brook Wildlife Preserve in Connecticut Is a Small Hike with Big Surprises

By Kathleen Hesketh | March 21, 2024

It was a balmy 4o degrees when we set out for a hike in the Dismal Brook Wildlife Preserve in … Read more

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Budweiser New Hampshire Brewery Tour Merrimack: A Non-Drinker’s View

By Kathleen Hesketh | March 17, 2024

Taking a Budweiser Brewery tour in Merrimack, NH isn’t just for beer lovers. It’s also an experience for history buffs … Read more

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The Only Way to Get into the Wild: Rogue River Jet Boat Tours

By Kathleen Hesketh | March 17, 2024

Oregon’s Rogue River jet boat tours provide visitors with a rip-roaring ride up the Rogue. Two outfitters provide the spins … Read more

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Koosah Falls and Sahalie Falls in Oregon, Reaching Heaven and Sky in the Willamette National Forest

By Kathleen Hesketh | March 16, 2024

To say that our hike around Sahalie Falls and Koosah Falls in Oregon was an epic experience is probably exaggerating. … Read more

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The Oregon Hiking Trail with a Secret End

By Ali Patton | March 15, 2024

The Natural Rock Arch Trailhead begins high in the Santiam Wilderness. This special Oregon hiking trail takes you down a … Read more

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What to Do on Sanibel Island in 2024 and Beyond

By Kathleen Hesketh | March 12, 2024

Last update: Jan. 13, 2025 NOTE: On September 28, 2022, Sanibel Island was hit by Hurricane Ian, decimating much of … Read more

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Abandoned Becket Quarry, the Land that Time Forgot

By Kathleen Hesketh | March 8, 2024

Heading out for a hike in the snow can be an adventure in and of itself, but searching out abandoned … Read more

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The Enigmatic Hearthstone Castle of Danbury: Once Grand, Now Abandoned

By Kathleen Hesketh | March 8, 2024

Last update May 2024 Visiting Hearthstone Castle in Danbury is a less a trip than it is an exploration. For … Read more

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Go Kart Racing In Connecticut – Thrill on the World’s Largest Indoor Track

By Kathleen Hesketh | March 7, 2024

Our First Experience Go Kart Racing on the World’s Largest Indoor Track Speed is not a thrill I typically pursue, … Read more

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High-Adrenaline Excitement in the Litchfield Hills: ATV Rental Connecticut – Backyard Adventures

By Kathleen Hesketh | March 7, 2024

Home to revolutionary-war heroes and colonial mansions, renting an ATV in Connecticut may not be the first thing that comes … Read more

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Unveiling the Mysteries of Lava Caves in Bend, Oregon: A Journey into Earth’s Underground Marvels

By Ali Patton | March 7, 2024

Looking for something to do on a hot day? Love the feeling of being some place dark and almost eerie? … Read more

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Unleash Your Inner Zookeeper at Animal Adventures Family Zoo & Rescue Center Bolton, MA

By Ali Patton | March 6, 2024

Kangaroos, goats, snakes, oh my! Animal Adventures Family Zoo & Rescue Center in Bolton MA is a sanctuary for just … Read more

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Copake Iron Works–Blasting into the Past: A Seconds to Go Short

By Kathleen Hesketh | March 5, 2024

Deep within the embrace of the Taconic Mountains, nestled alongside the gurgling Bash Bish Brook, lies a testament to American … Read more

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Shhhh… Listen! Do You Hear The Sound Of Bash Bish Falls?

By Kathleen Hesketh | March 5, 2024

Bash Bish Falls State Park is home to the Massachusett’s highest, single-drop waterfall. It’s a great day trip destination in … Read more

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Beazell Memorial Forest Hike Combines a Love Story with Beautiful Scenery

By Ali Patton | February 29, 2024

If you’re looking to explore a rare ecological area with a unique backstory, try a Beazell Memorial Forest hike in … Read more

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