From the Forests, Mountains and Lakes: Entry 9

It's about everyone who listened to their adventurous spirit and withstood the elements—from wildfires to other unpredictable adversities.

From the Forests, Mountains and Lakes: Entry 8

When everything outside is so spectacular, it’s easy to avoid turning your attention inward.

From the Forests, Mountains, and Lakes: Entry 7

“I think we need to leave,” Lisa said, shortly after we noticed the orange glow of a descending wildfire. The mountain range ahead had...

From the Forests, Mountains, and Lakes: Entry 6

“If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” These are the words Connor read on the second day of his first...

From the Forests, Mountains, and Lakes: Entry 5

The makeshift flag flapped with the wind above the abandoned scout camp, rippling with three letters that declared our temporary...

From the forests, mountains, and lakes: Entry 4

There are moments on the road when every concern can dissolve away. You’re gripping the steering wheel, looking forward with shades on,...

From the forests, mountains, and lakes: Entry 3

Remi’s fear of heights didn’t stop him from jumping off a bridge. Really, though, he was pushed. After packing up our bags and rehitching...

From the forests, mountains, and lakes: Entry 2

Ready for a slushy descent, my hiking boots crunched against the snow on the side of the mountain. The sun baked down and a cool breeze...

From the forests, mountains, and lakes: Entry 1

Lisa bought a bus. That’s all I needed to hear for my attention to be captured. My friend who first told me this elaborated, explaining...