Many people have family traditions over the 4th of July. Some people enjoy crowds of people at a fireworks show preceded by a day of grilling, beer drinking, a parade, and a bonfire surrounded by family/friends. While this is enjoyable and we love a good beer around a campfire with loved company, we started developing … Continue reading An interior and exterior experience in the Porkies
Camping is a gift that is often times passed down as a tradition from family members. We are both grateful to have been gifted the love of camping from each of our families. We were fortunate to spend a weekend in early August at Sibley State Park with Sarah’s family, including her 88-year-old grandparents. You … Continue reading Family Camping Fun
**We have been off the blog for a while, and please note this post was written in August! Life has been a whirlwind for a while and then the holidays fell upon us, but Hiking Thru Life has some big blogs coming your way. With the new year, we plan to be more regular with … Continue reading From Southwest to Midwest
It’s been quite some time since we’ve given an update. A new season is already upon us. It’s almost mid-May and my mind is well on its way to summer camping plans! Our first big trip of the summer is in the works for early June. Destination: Boundary Waters Canoe Area. Over the past couple … Continue reading Graduation and Elevation
Remember my first blog where I encouraged stepping out of your comfort zone? This week’s blog post is about some friends of ours who did just that! My brother Phil and his girlfriend Aly mustered up the courage two weekends ago to accompany us on what was their first backpack camping trip. We were eager to … Continue reading Beginners Battle Bugs and Rain
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