Backpacking and hiking are the same...right? Wrong! We shared our 5 reasons why we enjoy hiking, but they are not the same reasons why we like to backpack. Backpacking takes us on extended hikes over multiple days with camping also included. WIN WIN! Why would anyone want to fill a backpack with just enough gear … Continue reading 5 REASONS WHY WE BACKPACK
5 REASONS WHY WE HIKE
We have had several people ask us why we like hiking. They tend to think we are silly for walking off into the woods. We giggle sometimes at their perception of what we are doing. We invite them, but they have said it is the last thing that they would want to do. They prefer … Continue reading 5 REASONS WHY WE HIKE
WOMEN WHO INSPIRE
Swamp Walker: state rifle champion, equestrian, cave exploration team leader and Trailwarrior. BOLD TAKE ACTION CRUSH GOALS I started corresponding with Swamp Walker a few years ago. She is a participant in the Florida Forest Service Trailwalker program. The program rewards participants who hike 10 trails in 5 different state forests at … Continue reading WOMEN WHO INSPIRE
BATTLE OF THE SENSES
Most everyone loves waterfalls. In Florida, they are rare. We have seen 3 of the natural ones so far. As with any waterfall, recent rainfall or lack there of, greatly changes the appearance of them. We was pretty excited this past winter to go hike a short 3 mile trail through floodplain forest, cypress swamps, xeric hammocks, and pine plantations. This same … Continue reading BATTLE OF THE SENSES
HIKE THEIR HIKE
When you take kids hiking, are they hiking with you or are you along for their hike? Learning to hike at a kids level makes a difference. Going their pace and distance are important, but taking the time to see what they see is meaningful for them and insightful for you. Get down to their level and … Continue reading HIKE THEIR HIKE
PAST HIKING VENTURES
Below are places we have ventured and found worthy of sharing. We encourage you to visit them and make your own memories. WICHITA MOUNTAINS Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge is located in Oklahoma, near Lawton. The Wichitas are approximately 500 million years old. As we toured the different areas, it was clear why this location is an … Continue reading PAST HIKING VENTURES
