Right Wisdom

Memorial Day, is the unofficial start of summer. School is almost out the weather is heating up and more and more people are looking for things to do outside. Families are looking for trips to take and things to do as a family. As a leader looking for a way to relax on the weekend or during your vacation why not go canoeing. I really enjoy canoeing. When I worked as a counselor at a summer camp oh so many years ago I used to teach intermediate canoeing. Every Friday I would take the campers across the lake to the Sibley State Park building and they would buy candy. It was a fun treat and a fun time. Canoeing is a great way to enjoy the outdoors and the many streams and rivers that exist. One year when I taught 8 th graders we had an end of the year canoe trip and we would take the students down the St. Croix River. I also remember when I was in 8 th grade going into 9 th grade my church took us on a canoe trip in the BWCA. This is the place you really get to experience can...

Do you love the outdoors? Do you walk or jog outside regardless of the weather? Do you head to the lake anytime of the year to enjoy what the seasons have to offer? When I worked two summers at a Bible camp I had the opportunity to teach intermediate canoeing. I loved getting out on the water and hearing the waves lap against the side of the canoe. I also enjoy the paddle slicing its way through the water as you move across the placid lake. Yesterday we looked at escaping to the great outdoors and doing some fishing. Lake fishing, ice fishing or deep sea fishing, pick your pleasure and enjoy. Today I encourage you to stay outside but find something else to do. Do you like hiking along the many trails your area has to offer? Maybe you like biking those trails instead. It doesn't matter what time of year it is if your hobby is enjoying the outdoors you will find something to do whether it is 40 below or 100 above. If you enjoy the outdoors but don't like winter it can be ...