A page from my journal: April 1-2, 2024 Not giving up is more than just continuing to mindlessly do all of the things that everyone can see. Not giving up is a heart stance; a hope; a way of looking…
Washington Rattlesnake Ledge 4.0 miles RT; 1,160ft. vertical change; Moderate Enjoy an early-season hike up Rattlesnake Ledge just south if I-90 and east of Snoqualmie Pass. Views extend across the Cascades, Mt. Si, Snoqualmie Pass, and more. If energy and…
I’ve long wanted to drive to the top of Loveland Pass. When I was in my teens, my family often vacationed in Utah, which required crossing over the passes in the Rockies on I-70. We’d always see the signs for…
If you’re looking for a non-traditional hike (or a nice, non-technical 4×4 ride) in the main part of Death Valley National Park, the Hole in the Wall Road is a good option! The scenery is beautiful, there are cool rock…
I could have called this post, “How to sleep on plywood and not bruise your hips,” but I liked the other title better! In this post, I’d like to give you some tips on how to make a bed in…
As Christians, we have been giving the delightful opportunity to live life with God – not just for Him, but with Him. This means living relationally from a place where we tap into the Mind of Christ (1 Corinthians 2:16),…
I wasn’t expecting much when it came to the Natural Bridge in Yellowstone National Park. I’m very spoiled with all of the beautiful arches in Utah, and this rarity in a park known for its geysers seemed like it would…
There are a few places in southern Utah that are known to mimic the famous swirls of the Wave – but that don’t require a very difficult-to-obtain permit. One is the Beehive Trail just north of Page (nicknamed “the New…
I’m always on the lookout for cool new hikes in my favorite national parks. So I was super excited to read about hiking to Jicarilla Point, well west of Hermit’s Rest, on the rim of the Grand Canyon. It seemed…
Bryce Canyon has so many wheelchair-accessible views! In fact, except for the trails that go down into the canyon, many (most?) of the popular sights and activities in the park are wheelchair-friendly and great for those with limited mobility. Given…