Typically, I only report on recent mountain visits, but I wanted to share this one because it was one of the truly great climbs I had this past year. It was mid-December, and a fair amount of snow was on the ground, but the sun poked through the clouds, making for one of the finest…
Author: Matt Larson
Forest Bathing
If you’re a hiker or a nature lover, chances are you’ve come across the term “forest bathing” before. If you haven’t heard of it, it doesn’t mean stripping off all of your clothes and dumping piles of forest leaves on yourself, although I’m sure some people have tried this. No, forest bathing is much more…
Putting in Some Trail Work
I’ve benefited a lot from the incredible trail work of so many others over the years. Their efforts have enabled me to climb heaps of mountains, go camping in some beautiful locations unreachable by car, and visit many a river, pond, brook, and valley, all of which have brought me peace and joy beyond compare….
Sock Murderers
Legend has it that Tom Brady once told a teammate that if he ever made it in the NFL, all he would want is a fresh pair of socks every day. I can’t say I have much in common with him, but Tom’s got me on the sock thing. Boy, do I love a good…