Hiking

Looking for places to hike in Minnesota?

Here is where I share information and observations about the trails I have explored.

Rice Creek West Regional Trail

I am glad that this jewel of nature exists in this neighborhood that is a mix of residential and commercial land. It could use some attention to make it cleaner and safer, but at least parking is free.
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Coon Rapids Dam

My hike was only 2.67 miles (4.3 km) because I stopped to chat with an old friend and ran out of time.
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Make Time

Here are some small changes I have made to increases my chances of being able hike and paint more often:
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Mind and Body

Today my thoughts are on how easily negative thoughts can become physical illness. I do not want to get too esoteric, just share my experience. My efforts to keep painting and hiking were going well. I started to feel success. As soon as I realized this, I started to self-sabotage.
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Reboot #18

Many times in my life I have decided that I would begin making art everyday. There have been many times that I wrote “Day 1” at the top of a sketchbook page. Sometimes I get up to Day 15 or 20 before the other important parts of my life require attention and the creation of…
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The Journey Begins

Thanks for joining me! Good company in a journey makes the way seem shorter. — Izaak Walton
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