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 This hike took place on the traditional territory of the Očhéthi Šakówiŋ and Wahpeton. I respect the histories, languages and cultures of these peoples, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant and changing … 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

Summer Adventure : Exploring in the Kettle

#25 of my 2022 52 Hike Challenge Trail/Park: Parnell Tower and Spruce Lake Bog, Kettle Moraine State Forest Northern Unit This hike took place on the traditional territory of the Bodwéwadmi (Potawatomi), Myaamia, Očhéthi Šakówiŋ, Oma͞eqnomenew-ahkew (Menominee), and Hoocąk (Ho-Chunk). I respect the histories, languages and cultures of these peoples, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant and … Continue reading Summer Adventure : Exploring in the Kettle

Summer Adventure : Short & Sweet

The Tree Line Trail at Fort Harrison State Park #23hike of my 2022 52 Hike Challenge Trail/Park: Tree Line Trail, Fort Harrison State Park, Lawrence, IN This hike took place on the traditional territory of the Myaamia, Kaskaskia, and Kiikaapoi (Kickapoo). I respect the histories, languages and cultures of these peoples, whose presence continues to enrich … Continue reading Summer Adventure : Short & Sweet

Summer Adventure : A Rainy Indiana Hike

#22hike of my 2022 52 Hike Challenge Trail/Park: Mason Ridge, Low Gap Trail, Rock Shelter Loop and Tecumseh Trail, Morgan-Monroe State Forest, Martinsville, IN This hike took place on the traditional territory of the Myaamia, Kaskaskia, and Kiikaapoi (Kickapoo). I respect the histories, languages and cultures of these peoples, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant and … Continue reading Summer Adventure : A Rainy Indiana Hike