I heard Blue Lake in Colorado was implementing a permit system, and I determined I would visit before the system went into place. That was no easy feat, but we did it, and I’m so glad we did! The scenery…
One of the most effective ways I’ve found for overcoming fear is to simply look that fear squarely in the face. In other words, define it: What am I fearing here? Is it worth being afraid of or at least…
Mossy Ledge Falls is one of those almost-unknown secret hikes in Big Cottonwood Canyon near Salt Lake City, Utah. It’s named for the picnic area that once sat at the trailhead. Calling it a “trail” is a bit of a…
Have you ever wished you could find an accurate and consistent difficulty rating for trails? “Easy” vs. “Strenuous” is so subjective, and if it’s like some major hiking websites that will be left unnamed, the difficulty ratings are user-generated and…
Have you ever wished you could find an accurate and consistent difficulty rating for trails? “Easy” vs. “Strenuous” is so subjective, and if it’s like some major hiking websites that will be left unnamed, the difficulty ratings are user-generated and…
I’ve been listening to a lot of people talking about legacy recently – specifically, how to pass on a legacy. So in today’s post, I’ll cover some of their major points, but I’d also like to dive into how to…
I had high hopes for Slit Canyon. And to be fair, the first part of the hike was gorgeous with scenery not typically experienced on the more famous trails in Death Valley National Park. However, the canyon itself wasn’t as…
Island Lake is considered one of the premier places to hike along the Beartooth Highway. From the parking area, you can access such gorgeous destinations as walking around Island Lake, Beauty Lake, Becker Lake, and/or hiking all of the way…
I heard about the wonders of McCloud Falls from a social media friend who used to live in the area. His pictures were lovely, and it was said to be a great local swimming hole. Now, I’m well aware that…
When we get into the presence of God, and we have a relationship with Him, or maybe we start praying, and we feel His presence, there’s a sense in which it can automatically change our perspective. This is a gift…