Learning more about the Lord, the Bible, ourselves and others through the lens of the natural world and outdoor activity.
Tent camping vs hammock camping—which one is right for your next trip? It depends! Keep reading to see why… I’ve done a fair amount of camping. So I have in mind what I know I need to take—with slight edits …
Have you ever tried to fit more people into a tent than you should? The company’s capacity recommendations are there for a reason. In the moment it sounds fun and adventurous and economical for everyone to cram a little. Everyone …
There are so many fun ways you can include meaningful devotional times in your camping trips. No matter who’s along and their ages, we have ideas for you. Do you want a trip theme? Will you write your own devotions …
A great way to get outside and be active, build community and help others is to volunteer for outdoor camps, ministries and businesses. Larger organizations usually have a volunteer coordinator (either paid or volunteer!), a volunteer application process and volunteer …
The Bible has historically been the foundation for living for followers of Jesus. It’s defined the orthodox Christian worldview for centuries. What does this mean: a biblical worldview? And how are we doing as believers in living out this worldview …
Camping cabins can be a great alternative when traveling—even if your family already has a tent or popup camper like we do. We’ve often used them when we’re en route to a final destination (especially when that destination is home) …
Which is best: a public or a private campground? Yes! It depends on your budget, the location, amenities you want or don’t want, crowds you want or don’t want. Public campgrounds are run by county, state or federal agencies. They’re …
Are you into gourmet camping food? Do you love spending lots of time prepping, cooking and cleaning up while you’re out enjoying the outdoors? Me neither. Yes, we want to eat. Yes, we want our camping and trail food to …
There are as many ways to fulfill the Great Commission as there are people who take on that command from Jesus. Backpacking is one of them! In 2017, my friend Renee Scheil spent her second year in New Zealand with …