Last month I outlined some of the proposed sections that were included in the Big Beautiful Bill. At the time, the bill was undergoing its final vote, which if it passed would then move to the president for his signature. The bill did indeed pass and was signed soon afterward. So, what does it mean […]
Leave Only Footprints Have you ever heard the saying: “Take Only Memories, Leave Only Footprints”? Do you know about the concept Leave No Trace (LNT)? The first is a common saying in the outdoor recreational world and the other is a practice everyone should follow when outdoors. But how do you do this when it […]
Let’s talk about something every hiker learns—sometimes the hard way: breaking in your boots. Hiking is supposed to be a fun, adventurous experience filled with breathtaking views, fresh air, and maybe the occasional wildlife sighting. A time to reconnect with our world. But all of that can be ruined faster than you can say “granola” […]
Wildfires: Blazing Across the U.S. and Canada If it feels like wildfires have been dominating the news lately—well, you’re not wrong. From California to Texas, Oklahoma, Arizona, the Carolinas, and even New Jersey, wildfires have been burning across the country. This month Canada’s wildfires have been in the news as many of us experience smoke […]
