Gear Review: Chaco Z/1 Unaweep Sport Sandal
For footwear, the Chaco Z/1 Unaweep is my top favorite for a sandal, and in my Top Three of any footwear option I own. I bought my first pair back …
Why Our Kids Need to Play Outside
While it’s important for us adults to get outside and be active, it’s even more important for our kids to play outside. There’s a growing body of research from all …
Outdoor Volunteering
A great way to get outdoors, stay active and help others is to volunteer for outdoor non-profits, government organizations and ministries. Outdoor volunteering opportunities are almost endless — certainly more than …
The Many Benefits of Nature
I used to think getting outside was simply personal preference for a few of us who are wired that way. That some of us choose it because we feel a …
Why Should We Get Outdoors?
We live on a beautiful planet. We’re designed to respond to its beauty, serenity, power, majesty. We’re also designed to move — a lot! And when our bodies spend a …
Buy Quality Footwear for Your Outdoor Adventures
I’ve learned that when it comes to my feet, it pays to get quality and comfort. When we’re tramping over hill and dale, in and out of water, and in …
Equip Yourself Properly with Quality Outdoor Gear
Your outdoor gear can make-or-break your enjoyment of outdoor activities. That doesn’t mean you have to spend a fortune (more on that in a minute). But you need to invest …
Why Your Worldview Matters
This isn’t a political, theological or philosophical site. It’s a site about women getting and staying active in the great outdoors. Especially we older women. Pretty benign. Pretty noncontroversial. Why …