Praise awaits you, our God, in Zion;to you our vows will be fulfilled.You who answer prayer,to you all people will come. When we were overwhelmed by sins,you forgave our transgressions.Blessed are those you chooseand bring near to live in your…
Berray Mountain West: Lookout & Wildflowers
Of all the hikes I did in the Cabinet Mountains last summer, Berray Mountain was my favorite. It might have been the far-reaching views to green mountains fading into the blue of summer haze. It might have been the fun…
Acing the Test, Part 5
Joseph aced so many tests of faith and endurance on his road to the fulfillment of the promise God had given him. From disbelieving family members to being the lowest member of society, Joseph somehow held on to the promise…
Visit Kansas’ “Chalk Pyramids” at Monument Rocks!
It’s not well known, it’s not well-signed, and it’s down a dirt road in rural Kansas. Still, Monument Rocks National Natural Landmark is well worth the visit if you’re travel down I-70 through western Kansas. The “Chalk Pyramids”, as they’re…
Acing the Test, Part 4
Joseph aced many tests in his life. From belief in the face of obstacles to faithfulness when everything was going wrong, he managed somehow to hold on to what God had told him and watch it come to pass. I’m…
Kayaking the Erie Canal – Pittsford to I-390
Growing up within 30 minutes or so of the Erie Canal, I’m surprised we didn’t walk on the canal path more often. We have done at least two bike rides on the canal path (one from Rochester to Fairport and…
Acing the Test, Part 3
We’re continuing our series on Joseph and how he handled the trials and tests that came into his life. First, he needed to believe that God had spoken to him. Second, he had to continue to believe even when his…
Grand Canyon Hiker’s Itinerary – 1 Day, 3 Days, or 6 Days
The South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park definitely makes it to my “favorite parks in the southwest” list. Any time of day, almost any weather, the Grand Canyon is jaw-dropping. Viewpoints, rim trails, into-the-canyon treks – it’s all a…
Acing the Test, Part 2
Last week, we talked about how Joseph aced his first test: The test of believing what God was telling him. The problem for Joseph was that once he believed, his troubles were far from over. Joseph to bear the…
Patreon April Featured Hikes – Zone 1 (Pacific Northwest) & Zone 2 (Northern Southwest)
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