Hiking, Backpacking, & More

Spring has been SO busy on the homestead. As a result, I've had little time for backpacking. So, when I finally did get some free time, I decided to give this trip I was looking forward to a shot. Although parts would be challenging, I felt up to the task. But sometimes months of meticulous research and careful planning aren’t enough. Sometimes a back-up plan isn’t enough either... Please check out the trail journal where I share even more pictures and stories from this misadventure as well as some takeaways from the experience: https://seagrasstosassafras.com/post/pisgah-loop-fail Want to support this channel and what I do? Here’s how: -Sign up for my newsletter: https://seagrasstosassafras.com/newsletter -Check out some of my downloadable trip itineraries: https://seagrasstosassafras.com/support -Or buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/seagrass Music featured in this video: "Spirit Rising" by David Bullard, "Turnpike" by Hemlock, “Folk Travel Vlog” by Alex Productions, "Night Without Sleep" by David Mumford, "A Beautiful Day" by All Good Folks, and "Tide Pool" by The Lakes https://uppbeat.io/t/david-bullard/spirit-rising https://uppbeat.io/t/hemlock/turnpike https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/a-beautiful-day https://uppbeat.io/t/the-lakes/tide-pool

The terrain is rough, water is scarce, and sometimes it’s hard to tell which way to go. Despite all of that, the Art Loeb is an incredible journey! After two thru-hikes and several more section hikes, I've learned a lot about this trail. Today I'd like to share 5 pieces of advice for backpacking the Art Loeb. You'll find even more info and advice on the topic on my blog: https://seagrasstosassafras.com/post/artloebadvice Please check out the guide I put together from this trip! It helps me to keep doing what I do. Detailed mileage & elevation profiles, a list of planning resources, shuttle and logistics recommendations, and three possible itinerary options all in one neatly organized PDF. (While it isn’t a substitute for doing your own research and preparation, hopefully it will take the guess work out of planning your own trip.) Northbound version: https://seagrasstosassafras.com/product-page/artloebnobo Southbound version: https://seagrasstosassafras.com/product-page/artloebsobo Both: https://seagrasstosassafras.com/product-page/artloebbundle You can find the trail journal for my Southbound trip at: https://seagrasstosassafras.com/post/artloebsobo Want to support this channel and what I do? Here’s how: -Sign up for my newsletter: https://seagrasstosassafras.com/newsletter -Check out some of my downloadable trip itineraries: https://seagrasstosassafras.com/support -Or buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/seagrass Outro music: "Carry On" by The New Valleys

“You won, this time. But you are as big as you are ever going to get. And I’m still growing.” – Sir Edmund Hillary On April 21st 2021, I fell face first into bed caked in mud, sweat, tears, and even blood. I had just spent the last 48 hours getting licked by the Art Loeb. It was one of the hardest things I’d ever done. Sometime later, I decided I would give it another try. I wanted a do-over. But before I could, I had to be the kind of person that would appreciate this trail for the arduous but incredibly worthwhile journey that it was. I needed to grow… For more stories from this adventure, see the trail journal on my blog: https://seagrasstosassafras.com/post/artloebsobo Please check out the guide I put together from this trip! It helps me to keep doing what I do. Detailed mileage & elevation profiles, a list of planning resources, shuttle and logistics recommendations, and three possible itinerary options all in one neatly organized PDF. (While it isn’t a substitute for doing your own research and preparation, hopefully it will take the guess work out of planning your own trip.) Northbound version: https://seagrasstosassafras.com/product-page/artloebnobo Southbound version: https://seagrasstosassafras.com/product-page/artloebsobo Both: https://seagrasstosassafras.com/product-page/artloebbundle Want to support this channel and what I do? Here’s how: -Sign up for my newsletter: https://seagrasstosassafras.com/newsletter -Check out some of my downloadable trip itineraries: https://seagrasstosassafras.com/support -Or buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/seagrass Music featured in this video: “Mountains In My Way” by Vens Adams, “Should I Let Go” by Sky Toes, “The Sky Of Our Ancestors” by Kevin MacLeod, “Sunflower Breeze” by Augustine, “On Top Of The World” by Noise Cake, “See You In My Dreams” by Kite Flight, “Sunshine Waltz” by Albert Behar, “Journey” by Lane King, “Labyrinth” by Wisanga, “Ode To The Draft Horse” by Kelly Latimore, “Riverboat” by Ben McElroy, “Demons” by Louise Petit, “The Man and His Crows” by Haquin, and “Time Knows” by Luke Beling Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/vens-adams/mountains-in-my-way https://uppbeat.io/t/sky-toes/should-i-let-go https://uppbeat.io/t/kevin-macleod/the-sky-of-our-ancestors https://uppbeat.io/t/augustine/sunflower-breeze https://uppbeat.io/t/noise-cake/on-top-of-the-world https://uppbeat.io/t/kite-flight/see-you-in-my-dreams https://uppbeat.io/t/albert-behar/sunshine-waltz https://uppbeat.io/t/lane-king/journey https://uppbeat.io/t/wisanga/labyrinth https://uppbeat.io/t/ben-mcelroy/riverboat https://uppbeat.io/t/haquin/the-man-and-his-crows https://uppbeat.io/t/luke-beling/time-knows

Trails winding through breathtaking scenery. Wild ponies grazing in open meadows. It sounds like a backpacker's dream! After years of hearing about the beauty of Grayson Highlands, I finally got to experience it for myself... and it did NOT disappoint! For more stories from this adventure, read the trail journal on my blog: seagrasstosassafras.com/post/grayson Check out the itinerary I put together from this trip! Route details, resources I used to plan the trip, campsite and water source descriptions, elevation profiles, and MORE all in one neatly organized PDF. (While it isn’t a substitute for doing your own research and preparation, hopefully it will take the guess work out of planning your own trip.) seagrasstosassafras.com/product-page/grayson Want to support this channel and what I do? Here’s how: -Sign up for my newsletter: seagrasstosassafras.com/newsletter -Check out some of my downloadable trip itineraries: seagrasstosassafras.com/support -Or buy me a coffee: buymeacoffee.com/seagrass Music featured in this video: “Outlander” by Tyler Edwards, “Please Listen Carefully” by Jahzzar, “Plain and the Valley” by Tyler Edwards, “After” by Struktura, “Wavy Daisy” by Mild Wild, “Angelic Silhouette” by Sky Toes, “Walk Home” by Color Parade, “Today’s Special Jam Tomorrow” by Doctor Turtle, “Morning Coffee” by Holizna, and “Slow Backwards” by Mild Wild Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/tyler-edwards/outlander https://uppbeat.io/t/tyler-edwards/plain-and-the-valley https://uppbeat.io/t/struktura/after https://uppbeat.io/t/sky-toes/angelic-silhouette https://uppbeat.io/t/color-parade/walk-home

Happy New Year! I hope 2023 is off to a great start for everyone. Today I’ll be answering some of the questions that YOU submitted. Everything from satellite communicators to fears about wildlife. Thank you to everyone who submitted questions! I had SO MANY come in that, unfortunately, I wasn’t able to get to all of them. If you did submit multiple questions, I do apologize in advance that I was only able to answer one or two. There’s always next time! 😊 I also had to record parts of this video on three different days, so there will be changes in costume and scenery throughout the program. I hope you enjoy this Winter Q&A. Want to support this channel and what I do? Here’s how: -Sign up for my newsletter: seagrasstosassafras.com/newsletter -Check out some of my downloadable trip itineraries: seagrasstosassafras.com/support -Or buy me a coffee: buymeacoffee.com/seagrass Outro music: “Carry On” by The New Valleys

“The most important reason for going from one place to another is to see what’s in between, and they took great pleasure in doing just that.” -Norton Juster (The Phantom Tollbooth) Barrett and I made some great memories here the year before while completing the Standing Indian loop. This year, we picked up just a few miles North of where we left off, and just in time to admire the full display of Fall colors! We took great pleasure in see what was in between Winding Stair Gap and the Nantahala Outdoor Center. And I hope you take great pleasure in watching our three-day trip through the Gold Tunnel play out. For more stories from this adventure, read the trail journal on my blog: seagrasstosassafras.com/post/WSG2NOC (This trip was taken in October 2022.) Check out the itinerary I put together from this trip! Route details, resources I used to plan the trip, campsite and water source descriptions, elevation profiles, info for local shuttle providers, and MORE all in one neatly organized PDF. (While it isn’t a substitute for doing your own research and preparation, hopefully it will take the guess work out of planning your own trip.) seagrasstosassafras.com/product-page/WSG2NOC Music featured in this video: “Particular Pace” by Mild Wild, “Easton” by Hemlock, “Flowy” by Jacob Nicou, “Black Coffee” by All Good Folks, “Delicate Daisies” by Sky Toes, “The Way Back” by Luke Beling, “Rosy Cheeks” by Walz, “Passages” by Edoy, “This Cloud” by Luno, “Waves” by Holizna, and “Voxel” by Andy G. Cohen Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hemlock/easton https://uppbeat.io/t/jacob-nicou/flowy https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/black-coffee https://uppbeat.io/t/sky-toes/delicate-daisies https://uppbeat.io/t/luke-beling/the-way-back https://uppbeat.io/t/walz/rosy-cheeks Want to support this channel and what I do? Here’s how: -Sign up for my newsletter: seagrasstosassafras.com/newsletter -Check out some of my downloadable trip itineraries: seagrasstosassafras.com/support -Or buy me a coffee: buymeacoffee.com/seagrass

Hey Friends! Keeping up the tradition of an annual trip to Grandfather Mountain. This year is a little bit different from our past visits because of our four legged family members. Sorry Barrett and Nora no ladders and cables for you! We did a dog friendly day hike to Storyteller Rock overlook followed by a picnic at Julian Price Memorial Park. HEADS UP! The path to the overlook is right beside a campsite in the park. So, if you plan to take this hike yourself please be respectful of the folks who reserved the site. I've been in that situation before, and let me tell you it is not fun. For more info about the adventure opportunities at Grandfather Mountain, check out this post on my blog: seagrasstosassafras.com/post/grandfather-trip-report On the way back to the trailhead, Jordan and I had a great conversation about worship. Which lead us to make this into a new episode of Hike + Message. If you came for the hike, I highly encourage you to stay for the message portion as well. As always, thank you for watching, and I hope you enjoy! Music featured in this video: "Far Away" by Roads (Ian Vidovic) and "Laundry on the Wire" by Holizna Want to support this channel and what I do? Here’s how: -Sign up for my newsletter: seagrasstosassafras.com/newsletter -Check out some of my downloadable trip itineraries: seagrasstosassafras.com/support -Or buy me a coffee: buymeacoffee.com/seagrass

Shortly after visiting Roan Mountain, I decided to make it my goal to spend more time on the Appalachian Trail this Fall. I figured: "What better way to start than with a trip to Big Bald?" During our stay on the mountain, Nora and I were treated to a vibrant sunset followed by an even more incredible sunrise! I hope you enjoy this overnight AT adventure. For more stories from this adventure, read the trail journal on my blog: seagrasstosassafras.com/post/bigbald Music featured in this video: “Chasm” by Lane King, “Small Joys” by Picnic, “Zwetschge” by Andy G. Cohen, “Higher” by Roads (Ian Vidovic), “Walk and Think” by Yeti Music, “Erik” by Fog Lake, and “Acoustic / Folk Instrumental” by David Hyde Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/lane-king/chasm https://uppbeat.io/t/picnic/small-joys https://uppbeat.io/t/yeti-music/walk-and-think Want to support this channel and what I do? Here’s how: -Sign up for my newsletter: seagrasstosassafras.com/newsletter -Check out some of my downloadable trip itineraries: seagrasstosassafras.com/support -Or buy me a coffee: buymeacoffee.com/seagrass

You're probably wondering... Did she throw her pack at the top of Pilot Mountain this time? I guess you'll just have to find out. Music featured in this video: "Evolution" by All Good Folks Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/evolution

Hey Friends! I hope you enjoy this short video from an overnight basecamp I did with a friend back in September (2022) We did an out and back day hike to Shining Rock via the Art Loeb trail. Want to support this channel and what I do? Here’s how: -Sign up for my newsletter: seagrasstosassafras.com/newsletter -Check out some of my downloadable trip itineraries: seagrasstosassafras.com/support -Or buy me a coffee: buymeacoffee.com/seagrass Music featured in this video: "Nights With Amber Lights" by Scott Homes, "Persephone" by Color Parade, "The Lion" by Yeti Music Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/color-parade/persephone https://uppbeat.io/t/yeti-music/the-lion

In August of 2022, I set out on another three day adventure with my trusty canine companion. Together we trekked a little over 20 miles across the Roan massif making stops at the many historic sites along the way like Cloudland Hotel and Yellow Mountain Gap (Overmountain shelter) I read so much about this unique part of Appalachia over the years, it was finally time to experience it for myself. If you're wondering what makes Roan such a special place, I think this quote from an old Cloudland brochure answers it perfectly: "No pen can picture the grandeur of the mountain view... Too great for description, too lovely to paint, it can only be realized by actual presence." For more stories from this adventure, read the trail journal on my blog: seagrasstosassafras.com/post/roanmountain. Check out the itinerary I put together from this trip! Route details, resources I used to plan the trip, campsite and water source descriptions, elevation profiles, info for local shuttle providers, and MORE all in one neatly organized PDF. (While it isn’t a substitute for doing your own research and preparation, hopefully it will take the guess work out of planning your own trip.) seagrasstosassafras.com/product-page/roanmountain Want to support this channel and what I do? Here’s how: -Sign up for my newsletter: seagrasstosassafras.com/newsletter -Check out some of my downloadable trip itineraries: seagrasstosassafras.com/support -Or buy me a coffee: buymeacoffee.com/seagrass Music featured in this video: “Anywhere I Go” by The Time Waves, “Sailing Away” by Holizna, “Armitage” by Kelly Latimore, and “1909 – Rose of the World” by Victor Herbert Orchestra, “Making Tracks” by Hey Pluto!, “The Heaven is Far” by Damiano Baldoni, “Ominous Night” by John Bartmann, “Secrets Held” by Sky Toes, “Gazing” by Andy G Cohen, “Sunny Side of the Mountain” by The Shoal Creek Stranglers, Overgrown” by Kelly Latimore, and “Acoustically Driven Instrumental” by David Hyde Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/sky-toes/secrets-held https://uppbeat.io/t/hey-pluto/making-tracks License code: JZVHM3YTTCZYQQ5L

Hey Friends! Backpacking with a dog is a very rewarding experience, but at the same time it's a HUGE responsibility. So today, let’s talk about some of the realities of backpacking with dogs. If you’ve enjoyed my other videos on the topic of backpacking with dogs be sure to let me know! Outro music: “Carry On” by The New Valleys Want to support this channel and help me buy more food for my dogs? Here’s how: -Sign up for my quarterly newsletter: seagrasstosassafras.com/newsletter -Check out some of my downloadable trip itineraries: seagrasstosassafras.com/support -Or buy me a coffee: buymeacoffee.com/seagrass

Hey Friends! I hope you’re enjoying this series of videos on backpacking with dogs. Today I’m going through everything that goes into Barrett and Nora’s packs for a typical weekend trip. For even more info about the gear items shared in this video check out my blog post on this topic. There’s also two FREE downloadable resources included in the post. A dog gear checklist and instructions for how to make a DIY sleep pad for dogs. You can find all of that here: seagrasstosassafras.com/post/doggear You can also find an extensive review of my dog's backpack at: seagrasstosassafras.com/post/dogpackreview Everything I share today is my own opinion from my personal experience with these products. Nothing sponsored! Music featured in this video: “Come Again” by Holizna Outro music: “Carry On” by The New Valleys Want to support this channel? Here’s how: -Sign up for my quarterly newsletter: seagrasstosassafras.com/newsletter -Check out some of my downloadable trip itineraries: seagrasstosassafras.com/support -Or buy me a coffee: buymeacoffee.com/seagrass

Hey Friends, Let’s talk about what I feed my dogs, Barrett and Nora, on backpacking trips. There are a lot of options out nowadays. These are just a few example of what my dogs enjoy and what works for them. Friendly disclaimer: Every dog is different. What works for my dogs may not work for yours. This is not meant to be taken as nutritional advice or a feeding guide. I'm just providing general info and anecdotes about the products I feed my dogs. Everything shared today is my own opinion from my personal experience with these products. Nothing sponsored! For even more info about the dog food I share in this video check out my blog post on this topic. I share the price range, calories per serving, and purchasing options for each: seagrasstosassafras.com/post/dogfood Outro music: “Carry On” by The New Valleys Want to support this channel and the things I do? Here’s how: - Sign up for my quarterly newsletter: seagrasstosassafras.com/newsletter - Check out some of my downloadable trip itineraries: seagrasstosassafras.com/support - Or buy me a coffee: buymeacoffee.com/seagrass

In the same way that I try to make a trip to Grandfather Mountain every year, I try to do the same thing with Jones Gap. The truth is I’m not a fan of Summer backpacking. Brutal heat, swarms of bugs, and rampant poison ivy… need I go on? BUT ever year around July or August, when I start to miss the trail, I make a trip out to Jones Gap and it holds me over until Fall. I hope you enjoy this video from our short but sweet overnight adventure. Music featured in this video: “Acoustic & Ambient Instrumental Background Pop” by Top Flow Productions, “Small Song” by Squire Tuck, “Alone Again” by Unheard Music Concepts, “Make Her Good” by Greg Atkinson, and “New Boots Rag” by Doctor Turtle Want to support this channel and what I do? Here’s how: -Sign up for my quarterly newsletter: seagrasstosassafras.com/newsletter -Check out some of my downloadable trip itineraries: seagrasstosassafras.com/support -Or buy me a coffee: buymeacoffee.com/seagrass

Thanks so much for watching this highlight reel from our basecamping trip to Panthertown Valley. There’s no itinerary or trail journal for this outing. On our trip we checked out Schoolhouse Falls, Tranquility Point, and Sandbar Pool. I know y’all are probably going to ask for the location of our campsite, but I’m going to keep this card close to the vest 😉 We used both Burt Kornegay’s "A Guide's Guide to Panthertown" and Gaia GPS. In our personal experience the guide was worth investing in for planning purposes, but Gaia GPS was far more helpful when actually navigating the area. Again, that was just our experience. You can purchase the guide here: https://www.panthertownmap.com/order/guides-guide Heads up: An order was signed into effect May of 2022 now requiring any food or refuse be contained in a bear-resistant container (approved by the Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee). You can read the actual order here: fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd1025064.pdf You can also see the list of bear resistant containers approved by the Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee here: igbconline.org/programs/bear-resistant-products/ *Ursak Major and Allmitey are on List A. If you don’t have an approved container you can utilize one of the three bear storage lockers in Panthertown. Supposedly there are plans to install more of them in the area. Read about that here: fs.usda.gov/detail/nfsnc/news-events/?cid=FSEPRD1025111 Hope this info helps! Music featured in this video: “A Perceptible Shift” by Andy G. Cohen, “Sundancer” by Wild Shores, “Nowhere To Be, Nothing To Do” by Holizna “Rustle of Leaves” by Ahoami / tunetank.com, “Singing in the Rain” by David Mumford, and “Gioachino Rossini Ranz des Vaches” by Kevin Macleod

I hope you enjoy this three day adventure through the wild but oh so wonderful landscape of Pisgah NF’s Pisgah ranger district. There were a number of obstacles and surprises along the way, but nothing me and my trusty companion Barrett couldn’t handle. For more stories from this adventure, read the trail journal on my blog: seagrasstosassafras.com/post/pisgahcircuit Check out the itinerary I put together from this trip! Route details, resources I used to plan the trip, campsite and water source descriptions, elevation profiles, hand-drawn maps, and MORE all in one neatly organized PDF. (While it isn’t a substitute for doing your own research and preparation, hopefully it will take the guess work out of planning your own trip.) seagrasstosassafras.com/product-page/pisgahcircuit Music featured in this video: “Little Black Balloon” by Fog Lake, “Happy Song (instrumental)” Pachyderm, “21 Years” by Arulo, “Folk Travel Vlog” by Alex Productions, “Mt. Princeton” by Kelly Latimore, “Acoustic” by Music Stock Production (tunetank.com), “A Human Being” by Andy G. Cohen, “Busted AC Unit” by Holizna, “Homeward” by Scott Buckley, “Darling Corina” by David Mumford, and “Long Trail” by Brian Boyko

Yonah Mountain boasts some incredible views! It's also known for being an incredibly crowded and highly trafficked destination, but Nora and I managed to find a window of peace and quiet up there. Despite the disadvantages that come with popularity, this trail is a great 5 mile out and back trip for beginner and experienced backpackers alike. My best advice is: try to go on a weekday. Be sure to check out the trail journal/trip report for more info and stories from this overnight adventure. You can read that HERE: seagrasstosassafras.com/post/yonah Music featured in this video: “Somewhere Nice” by John Bartmann, “Summer-lofi” by Sfrecords (tunetank.com), “Comical 2” by Ahjay Stelino, “Soulful Serenity” by Arulo, and “Wedding Song 03” by Arulo

I’m sure you can say this about ALL mountains, but this one really has a way of being unpredictable. A forecast of mild temperatures and sunshine can turn to high speed winds and impenetrable fog in an instant. And for some reason I just keep coming back for more. What can I say? I just love Pisgah National Forest. In my opinion, it's one of the most beautiful places God ever made. Sorry friends, no itinerary or trail journal for this one. Music featured in this video: “Living on the Wind” by Andy G. Cohen, “Feeling” by Monplaisir, “Stick to the Plan” by Scott Holmes Music, “Boiler Room” by Scott Holmes Music, “A Little Shade” by Holizna, and “The Big Blue Song (instrumental)” by Pachyderm

Hey Friends! I wanted to take some time today to share how backpacking has changed for me over the years. And by that I don't mean gear upgrades or growing in experience necessarily. What I mean is the many roles it's played in my life from when I first started out to now. It's been an interesting journey so far, and I'm so excited to see how backpacking continues to change for me throughout my life going forward. At the end of each "chapter" of the video I included montages with footage and pictures from the trips I took during each of these times in my life. Hopefully you enjoy some of what's shared here today. What role has backpacking played in your own life? And how has it changed for you over time? I love hearing your stories, so be sure to let me know in the comments. If you're interested in reading the Summer issue of Bear Necessity coming June 1st head on over to: seagrasstosassafras.com/subscription There's an option to subscribe to issues annually or quarterly. You can read more about the magazine I just launched and how subscriptions work at: https://www.seagrasstosassafras.com/post/online-magazine Music featured in this video: “Two Mountains at a Time (instrumental)” by Pachyderm, “NOSTALGIA” by Alex-Productions, “Long Gone” by Michael Ramir C., “You Can Be Broken Too” by Smallertide, “Hallelujah!” by HoliznaCC0, “Walking In The Country” by David Mumford, and “Be Back Soon” by David Mumford Skip to... 0:30 - Where have I been lately? 1:05 - How I Started Backpacking 3:18 - Going Further and Exploring More 5:05 - Escaping the Chaos 7:05 - Test of Faith 9:07 - Miracles Do Happen 11:55 - Spark of Creativity 14:55 - Burn Out Prevention 15:51 - Real Life Is Busy 16:47 - The Silver Linings

Sometimes it's hard to find the time to take a full weekend long backpacking trip. So, what's the next best thing? An overnight getaway on the most beautiful Lake I know. I decided to pack a tennis ball in Nora's bag this time... As you'll see, that was the whole highlight of the experience for her 🤦‍♀️ I hope you enjoy our short camping adventure at Devils Fork State Park. Music featured in this video: "Keratine, Rust, and a Clear Soul" by Alpha Hydrae, "You Can Be Broken Too" by Smallertide, and "Sarsaparilla" by Scott Buckley

In the midst of a long snowy Winter, a window of perfect weather opened up. Mid 60s during the day, low 40s at night, and plenty of sunshine! So we packed up our bags and headed out to Uwharrie National Forest. I can't think of better way to spend the first backpacking trip of 2022 than a 19 mile trek with the folks I love most. Read more about this trip at: seagrasstosassafras.com/post/uwharrieloop Music featured in this video: "Santa Barbara" by Nick Gerow, "Airship Fury" by Jahzzar, "Not Drunk" by The Joy Drops, "Abiding" by Kelly Latimore, "Bonfire Music" by David Mumford, and "Ascension" by Scott Holmes Music

Be sure to check out the brief trip reports for the various places we visited on this vacation. Jockeys Ridge: www.seagrasstosassafras.com/post/jockeysridge Wright Brothers Monument: www.seagrasstosassafras.com/post/wright Corolla Beach: www.seagrasstosassafras.com/post/corolla Music featured in this video: “Scenes from the Zoo” by Jahzzar, “I’m Glad You’re Here” by Monplaisir, “Wisdom in the Sun” by Kevin MacLeod, “Neptunian Princess” by Bryan Teoh, “Clusticus the Mistaken” by Doctor Turtle, "Encomium" by Evan Schaeffer, "Wright, Tam O'Shanter's Ride" by Illinois Brass Band, "Follow Me Home" by Arulo, “Lounging by Moonlight” by Ahjay Stelino, “Backed Vibes Clean” by Kevin MacLeod, “Classical Vibes 5” by Grigoriy Nuzhny, “Hopeful Start” by John Bartmann, and “Love They” by Loyalty Freak Music

We're all in different places in life, and I know my experiences won't look exactly like yours. But if you've encountered a bad or negative situation in the church or with a group of believers I want to encourage you today. Whether it's hypocrisy, false teachings, abandonment, or even your own convictions PLEASE don't let it drive you away from the faith and seeking a meaningful relationship with God. I hope you enjoy this hike + message and I pray you will find hope and comfort in it today. (Skip ahead to the message at 2:35) You can find Max Lucado's book Praying the Promises at https://www.amazon.com/Praying-Promises-Anchor-Your-Unshakable/dp/1400315298 You can find studies by Dr. Chuck Missler at https://khouse.org/ or https://www.youtube.com/c/KoinoniaHouse6640 Music featured in this video: "Land Breeze (Octopi Wallstreet)" by Tristan Scroggins Outro music: "Carry On" by The New Valleys

Here's #2 in what I hope to make a regular series of videos: Come for the Hike. Stay for the Message. Where I combine the dayhikes I go on with what I'm learning in my walk with Jesus. Today Barrett and I are hiking the trails at our favorite local park. Afterwards we talk about TRUTH and how the places we go to for truth impact daily life. Music featured in this video: "Fingerlympics" by Doctor Turtle Outro music: "Carry On" by The New Valleys Be sure to subscribe if you enjoyed the video and want to see more like it. You can also show your support by going over to my website seagrasstosassafras.com and signing up for the email list where I send out a quarterly newsletter.