National Parks of Utah: Canyonlands

Silence and solitude is what awaits you in Canyonlands National Park. The snowy peaks of the La Sal Mountains come down and transforms into a desert landscape full of vast canyons, mesas and buttes. This wilderness is rugged and primal.  The land appears unchanged to what I imagine it was like hundreds of years ago. It’s the perfect place to enjoy the serenity and silence of Mother Nature. The surrounding landscape makes a person feel small. Canyonlands is what I would now consider, a hidden gem of the United States. 

National Parks of Utah: Arches

There are several natural features on this planet that often beg the question - how? Mountains that touch the heavens, canyons that have no end to their depths, sand dunes located in areas with zero explanation, or waterfalls so mystical there's no way they can be real. All these, and yet, the strangest to me are the rock arches that have formed in the deserts of southern Utah. 

National Parks of Utah: Capitol Reef

Most of you that follow me on social media know that my wife and recently traveled to southern Utah visiting a few of the national parks there. These next few weeks I will cover our trip, park by park, and share our experiences there. In addition to that, I want to be able to offer up what to expect if you decide to make the journey to Utah. I would highly recommend it. 

Earth Day

Today is Earth Day. This is a special day that deserves to be celebrated! Fortunately, celebration is easy and does not require large, elaborate dinners or big get togethers. The best way, in my opinion, is to simply get outside and immerse yourself in nature. Whether it's picking weeds in the garden, running your favorite trail or just laying out soaking up the sun, I encourage each and every one of you to get out there and take in what the outdoors has to offer. Not only today but everyday. The natural world is the greatest of teachers. Embrace it, learn from it and love it. Remember, we only have one. 

Happy Earth Day everyone!

Stay wild.

Brock

An Easter Sunday Turkey

While most folks would be spending their morning seated in church pews, mine was spent sitting on the ground against a tree, head to toe in camouflage. I preferred it this way. Not that I’m against church by any means but because the connection I felt with God on this morning could not be found in a crowded building listening to the homily of a priest. It couldn’t be found anywhere else. Besides I would rather have the silence, the alone time and the opportunity to witness the Earth awake from its nightly slumber. I can think unbothered about my hopes and dreams. I can see the squirrels jump from tree to tree. I can watch the early spring flowers bloom as the rays from the sun hit them just right. Most importantly, I can be immersed in the creations that God has provided us. I found it better than what any church could have to offer.