Review: Shirley & Valaite Lake, Twin Lakes, & Lake Gadsby (Ugly + Boring)
Reading Time: 20 minutes 15 miles, 6 lakes, and some nice views. Is the hike to Lake Gadsby worth it? This is one where I was left very conflicted.
(Podcast) The Land of Steadfast Habits: Confronting the Facts
Reading Time: < 1 minute Lucas gives a talk on how he used nature to dwell on God and himself, and improved his mental and spiritual health…and how that convinced him to change his “stinkin’ thinkin.” How is cognitive behavioral therapy tied to repentance? Note: the audio is damaged starting a couple of minutes in…
Your Miserable Butt (AKA “How to Prevent Chafing While Hiking”)
Reading Time: 3 minutes The Dreaded “C” Word I have a problem that will be a visual delight for your mind to envision, and that problem is chafing! Yes, I said the C-word. If there is one thing that makes me miserable in this life, it’s my wretched sister, but if there is another…
15 Miles: Bomber Mountain & 10,000 Golden Trout
Reading Time: 14 minutes In this post: ➻ Quick Facts —Date of Visit: Sep 14-16, 2018 —Notable Features: West Tensleep Lake, Lake Helen, Lake 10,547, Gunboat Lake, Florence Lake, Bomber Mountain, Wreckage of B-17 Flying Fortress nicknamed “Scharazad,” Mistymoon Lake, Lake Marion —Total Miles: 15.37 miles (sans all excursions; minimum distance ~14 miles) —Elevation…