What was your favorite hike as a kid? I remember mine. It was at Brainard Lake in the Pawnee Wilderness. Every free loop on my belt had a knife hanging from it. I wore them proudly with my camo-pants around the campground, carving walking sticks and gutting brookies I caught out of South Saint Vrain […]
8 science lessons to learn in the wild
Here are 8 science lessons to study when you are camping, fishing, hiking or just enjoying the wild outdoors this summer. (This post contains affiliate links. If you click on one, we will be compensated financially.) 1. Star Gazing Not only is this a science subject but it applies to philosophy as well. I have […]
10 reasons to go on vacation
The word vacation means many things to different people. While some may have images of five-star resorts and white sandy beaches, others may prefer a tent set alongside a quaint stream. But no matter your budget, timeframe, or destination, here are 10 reasons that you should set aside time for a vacation. 1. Cultural exposure […]
Teach your dog to walk without a leash
It gets tiring holding onto a leash when you walk your dog. I know some parks have strict leash rules, but there are some places to walk your dog without a leash if you have control over your dog, and trust me it is a great feeling. When I first started walking my dog, she pulled on […]
Adventure begins with a map
I can sit and look at a topographical map for days. It makes me feel like Bilbo Baggins planning my journey to steal a precious gem from the belly of Smaug. To me this isn’t a stretch of the imagination, if you think about what you are looking for. Finding the perfect place to hike, camp, […]