Life’s a Muddy Trail
It’s what we’ve all heard before. The unpredictability of life. How plans aren’t guaranteed. Trails are like that too. You can read the reviews and study the pictures. Familiarize yourself…
When Familiar Routes Become Foreign
I’ve always loved going for walks. My habit of taking my dogs for walks almost every day has stuck with me since I was a child. Walking is an escape,…
Staying Active in Winter with Vision Loss: 5 Winter Recreation Activities
Oh, winter. The season of short days, cold temperatures, and slick conditions. Though winter may be dreary, it’s also enchanting. Winter offers unique outdoor recreation opportunities that allow you to…
Backpacking Blind on Isle Royale – Part 2: Rose, Thorn, Bud
What is your rose, something good, from today? How about your thorn, a low point, from today? A bud, something you’re looking forward to? This reflection exercise was a staple…
Backpacking Blind on Isle Royale – Part 1: The Blisters
My first time backpacking was transformative experience. With any endeavor, there are struggles that emerge. Our first day on the island was no exception, but made me change my way of thinking about my vision, trusting others, and my white cane.
My Four Pawed Trail Guide
From paved trails to off trail, my guide dog Frasier has given me so much independence. He’s guided me through forest brush and up mountains in our 7 years together. With every adventure, our bond grows stronger.
Traversing Trails and Vision Loss: Accepting Change
It’s challenging to accept change, but through doing so, new perspectives can arise. By learning how to hike with my changing vision, I’ve learned valuable lessons.