July 17, 2019

The ultimate adventure: serving as a caregiver

The ultimate adventure: serving as a caregiver

Caring for others is not an easy task. In some ways it is like a hiking adventure: blood, sweat and tears. A big difference is that this is real life and there is no bailing on the excursion.

August 27, 2018

Hiking in the rain – a personal reflection

Hiking in the rain – a personal reflection

Hiking in the rain is like navigating the storms in our lives. A recent wet hike provided me with time to think about my life’s challenges

August 15, 2018

A Grand Canyon Sunrise

A Grand Canyon Sunrise

While watching my first sunrise in the Grand Canyon, I was surprised by the emotions and spiritual revelations that bubbled up from within me

August 13, 2018

Trail etiquette: tips for hiking

Trail etiquette: tips for hiking

Are you new to hiking? Here are 7 trail etiquette tips to improve the hiking experience for you and others.

March 4, 2018

Winter Hiking in Rocky Mountain National Park

Winter Hiking in Rocky Mountain National Park

Winter hiking to Emerald Lake and Alberta Falls in Rocky Mountain National Park is magical: 44″ of snow, frozen lakes and bright sunshine.

March 1, 2018

Seeking faith, learning patience

Seeking faith, learning patience

Rescuing Faith the dog taught me a lot about patience, trust and faith.

February 26, 2018

Stay safe during winter hikes

Stay safe during winter hikes

Just because it is winter doesn’t mean you should skip your trail hike! Use these tips to stay safe and warm.

February 7, 2018

Hiking Seven Sisters County Park in southern England

Hiking Seven Sisters County Park in southern England

We hopped a south-bound train from London and enjoyed a beautiful coast and cliff walk between Seaford and Eastbourne, Sussex.
#52hikechallenge2018 week 5

January 26, 2018

Hiking down memory lane en route to Center Point Knob

Hiking down memory lane en route to Center Point Knob

A warmish day in January on a familiar Appalachian Trail conjured up loads of memories of hikes from the past.

January 20, 2018

Chasing Waterfalls in Yosemite

Chasing Waterfalls in Yosemite

With only 3 days to explore Yosemite National Park, we focused on seeing some of the USA’s prettiest waterfalls.

January 16, 2018

Easy Tomato Soup Recipe

Easy Tomato Soup Recipe

This soup includes only 3 ingredients plus seasonings, so it is simple and fast to prepare.

January 14, 2018

Pinchot State Park, York County

Pinchot State Park, York County

It is ironic that I can bushwhack my way to camp in the middle of the Raggeds, but I get lost every time I trek in Pinchot State Park! #52weekchallenge2018 week 3