Karen Bell

"Karen is the encyclopedia of the trip. Anything you want to know of the flora, fauna, or history of the area she'll have an answer. She has such a love and knowledge of this area that you can't help but be swept up in her enthusiasm."

Anne J.

Long Beach, CA

"Karen's knowledge of the many different aspects of our coast to coast hike (whether it be flowers, ruins, general history, etc.) is most impressive. She is a very engaging and upbeat person and connected well with our diverse group."

Carmen B.

Miami Beach, FL
England Coast to Coast

"Karen has a wonderful spirit, and had thoroughly researched all sorts of details about history, geology, flora, fauna, and more, so our hikes were filled with interesting stories and information."

Carol B.

Redwood City, CA

"Karen is an outstanding leader. She definitely knows the area, culture, fauna, flora, and history. She went above and beyond to make this a wonderful experience for all the participants."

Coleen S.

Santa Clara, CA

"Karen is a walking history book of interesting and in-depth knowledge of the area. From the churches, mills, agriculture, and people, I was amazed at all she knew that helped tie the hiking experience to the original settlers, as well as how people live now in the areas through which we traveled."

Jane L.

Ann Arbor, MI

"Can't say enough about the care she provided and the attention to detail. She added many touches above and beyond."

Jean M.

Kenosha, WI

"Karen was a great addition to the trip with her vast knowledge of the local history, culture, fauna, and geology."

Kerstin E.

Belvedere Tiburon, CA

"What a gem she is. Her knowledge, stories, history added to our Cornwall experience. She and Richard make fantastic, complimentary trip leaders."

Kim S.

Half Moon Bay, CA

"I enjoyed Karen's knowledge of the birds, plants, flowers, history, and culture of the area."

Louise S.

El Cajon, CA

"Karen knowledge of local lore, history, flower and fauna is remarkable. There was rarely a question she could not answer and I always looked forward to her talks along the way. Her warmth and enthusiasm left one feeling completely worry-free and fully able to enjoy the tour."

Margaret D.

Belmont, MA

"Karen was our ‘nature guide’ and was great at discussing the geography, flora, and fauna we encountered, and history of the areas we passed through."

Robert G.

Livermore, CA

"Karen's heartfelt love of Cornwall is palpable evidenced by her deep knowledge of the literature, flora, fauna, food, culture, and everything! We so enjoyed her insights and always cheerful demeanor. "

Sunday P.

Chicago, IL

"Karen’s heartfelt love of Cornwall is palpable, evidenced by her deep knowledge of the literature, flora, fauna, food, culture, and all! We so enjoyed her insights and always cheerful demeanor. "

Sunday P.

Chicago, IL

"Karen has a vast knowledge of the entire Cornwall experience, and is an authority in history, language, culture, geography, architecture, wildlife, plants and flowers, insects, legends, and lore. Personal and generous, she is willing to share advice, recipes, book and movie recommendations, and all things Cornwall."

Terry G.

Framingham, MA