Tag: Military Memorials

November 10, 2012

Happy 237th Birthday Marines!

Happy Birthday Marines! Thank you for your service, your sacrifice, your love of country! Semper Fi! (Parental guidance is recommended due to war/military footage.) 237th Birthday Message AS WE PAUSE TO CELEBRATE THE 237TH BIRTHDAY OF OUR CORPS, WE REFLECT ON THE RICH LEGACY OF SERVICE HANDED DOWN TO US, WE RECOMMIT OURSELVES TO THE TASKS AT HAND, AND WE LOOK FORWARD TOWARD A BRIGHT FUTURE IN SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY. MARINES EXIST TO FIGHT AND WIN OUR NATION’S BATTLES. WE ARE MOST PROUD OF OUR WELL-EARNED REPUTATION FOR ANSWERING THE CLARION CALL FIRST. THIS WAS NEVER MORE EVIDENT THAN…

Ferguson Lake & Rescue One Memorial

February 27, 2012

Heather L

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Ferguson Lake & Rescue One Memorial

Posted in Family, Military Life, Outdoor Adventures, and Photography

Daddy decided that we would take a short off-roading trip on Saturday afternoon, so we quickly loaded up the truck and headed out. While we had been to the general area before, we had never made it all the way back to Ferguson Lake. Ferguson Lake road snakes through the Imperial long-term visitor area where many snowbirds stay during the winter months and weaves through Senator Wash and some of the Chocolate Mountains until you arrive at the end of the road. There is nothing, but beautiful scenery, hiking trails, and wildlife once you arrive. Climbing to the top… Thankfully,…

10 Tips for Hiking with Dogs

Heather L

Hiking with dogs can be a fun experience for both you and your dog if you take the time to properly prepare for your outdoor adventure. A little preparation goes a long way in helping create fun memories. These 10 Tips for Hiking with Dogs will help you be better prepared for your next hiking trip. Read more

Gluten Free No Bake Protein Energy Bites

Heather L

Gluten Free No Bake Protein Energy Bites give you a boost of protein in a small bite-sized treat that is perfect for hiking, backpacking, and climbing trips. These energy bites are a great kid-friendly recipe as they're easy and fun to make. Read more

52 Hike Challenge 2017

Heather L

At the beginning of the year, I signed myself up for the 52 Hike Challenge. The challenge involves taking 52 hikes in the year. While the idea is to take one hike per week, you can do the challenge in whatever way works for you. Basically, it’s a little extra motivation to get outdoors and enjoy nature through hiking. Read more