October 2023 : Let’s Go!

#48 & 49 of my 2023 52 Hike Challenge Trail/Park: Long Meadow and Minnesota River Greenway Trails, Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge This hike took place on the traditional territory of the Očhéthi Šakówiŋ and Wahpekute I respect the histories, languages and cultures of these peoples, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant and changing communities. … Continue reading October 2023 : Let’s Go!

Big Adventure : Road Trip West Pt. 1

In the fall of 2022 I embarked on, what seemed at the time, a grand adventure as well as a bit of a crazy idea. I'd head west solo, driving from Minnesota to the southwest U.S. to visit family and friends. Nearly 2,000 miles in four days. Four days of 8+ hours of driving. It's … Continue reading Big Adventure : Road Trip West Pt. 1

New Trails : Getting to the Bottoms

#24 of my 2022 52 Hike Challenge Trail/Park: Railroad Bed Trail, Zumbro Bottoms West Assembly Unit, Richard J. Dorer Memorial Hardwood State Forest Trash Collected: 0.5 pounds I often find myself looking for a trail I haven't experienced and I'm willing to drive a fair distance to check out a new trail or park too. … Continue reading New Trails : Getting to the Bottoms

Summer Adventure : Old Park, New Trail, New Companions

#26 of my 2022 52 Hike Challenge Trail/Park: Wheaton Lake Loop, Lebanon Hills Regional Park This hike took place on the traditional territory of the Očhéthi Šakówiŋ and Wahpekute. I respect the histories, languages and cultures of these peoples, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant and changing communities. Join me in learning more about the tribes … Continue reading Summer Adventure : Old Park, New Trail, New Companions

Backpacking Weekend : Take a Friend

#12 of my 2022 52 Hike Challenge Trail/Park: Bjorkland Trail, Lake Maria State Park, Monticello, MN This hike took place on the traditional territory of the Wahpekute and Očhéthi Šakówiŋ. I respect the histories, languages and cultures of these peoples, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant and changing communities. To learn more about the … Continue reading Backpacking Weekend : Take a Friend