Forest bathing – it might sound a bit wacky and actually, it involves no bathing, but it is a practice well-known in Japan and catching on here in the U.S. Basically, forest bathing is called “shinrin-yoku” in Japan and means “taking in the forest.” It can be a short walk, a longer hike involving over-night […]
Play in the mud….part 2
Last year at this time, I posted about playing in the mud and my 18-mile Homestead Challenge, one of the Rachel Carson Trails Conservancy hikes. I said that we should all play in the mud now and then to stay young at heart. When I said “mud,” little did I know that this year’s hike […]
Hiking for a reason….
I will carry you… Taking on a challenge to help others with their challenges can be an amazing experience. It seems so many folks that I know are facing cancer challenges. Others are facing other difficult trials. On Saturday, June 22nd, Paul and I will be hiking the 17.2 -mile Homestead Challenge of the Rachel […]
Using your resources
I receive emails every day from various resources on a number of items related to hiking, getting outdoors, etc. Of course, I don’t read them all – if only I had all that time! But they are valuable when I’m looking for new equipment, tips and techniques, and new places to go. One of my […]
Where the eagle soars
We all hike for various reasons – to get exercise, to get outdoors, to enjoy nature, spend time with family and friends. Most of us probably do it for at least more than one reason. One of the best parts of hiking for me is the sights and sounds of nature. Many of my hikes […]