Fall in Minnesota is one of the most beautiful times to go hiking, but it is also quick to come and go. For this reason, it seems fall brings the most hiking traffic to the trails. Or perhaps this is just the case when you hike the beautiful Bean and Bear Lake section of the … Continue reading Breathtaking Bean and Bear Lake Beauty
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
Out of town weddings are a great excuse to check out a new campsites and hiking trails in a city you’ve never been to. We recently spent a weekend in Wausau, WI to attend a friend’s wedding. The wedding was at the Rothschild Pavilion which sits right on the Wisconsin River – beautiful and peaceful … Continue reading Wedding Travel Unveiled New Beauty
We were in Mankato, MN at the beginning of May to celebrate the graduation of Andy’s nephew from Minnesota State University, Mankato. After attending the commencement ceremony and celebrating with the family, we wanted to find a nearby state park to hike. We found a great park and if you are looking for an easy day … Continue reading State Park with Bison and Falls
As much as we love winter adventures in Minnesota… a quick getaway is never looked down upon. For a winter getaway this season, we went to Arizona to spend time with family for the holidays, and in between the family celebrations, we were able to enjoy some trail time on the outskirts of Mesa in … Continue reading December AZ Getaway
Here is a video of another gorgeous hike from our trip to Arizona. The look back down the canyon is humbling and a reminder that there is something greater than us out there. There is something so gratifying and peaceful that happens when you remove yourself from your everyday life and take a moment to … Continue reading Recent Reflections
We took the long weekend before the 4th of July to get away in Grand Portage State Forest. We camped here before so that made going down pothole-filled dirt roads in the dark of night with the possibility of deer popping out more comfortable than it could have been had we never been there before. … Continue reading Freedoms of Wilderness: an Independence Day Weekend Getaway
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
As an outdoors person, what better way to celebrate your birthday than to be one with nature? That is Andy’s ideal way to celebrate his birthday for the rest of his life…. In the woods. This was Andy’s 3rd consecutive year celebrating in the woods, and it won’t be his last! Andy hopes to make it … Continue reading Birthday Camping with a SURPRISE!
Sitting in traffic on our ride home Sunday evening, Andy said to me, “I need to be back at our campsite chopping wood.” Backpacking is a break away from the regular grinds of life. That’s why we like to Hike Thru Life sharing our stories and hoping to inspire you to go out on the … Continue reading Fall Hiking
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