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Our Outdoor Recreation

Jeffersonville, IN

Clark County, IN

Take a stroll around the lake and gardens at the new Clark County Government Center. Enjoy the peaceful sounds, birds and tranquility afforded at the new location in Jeffersonville/River Ridge. 

Clark County Government Center - Gateway Office Park

This video depicts my way of obtaining privacy in my backyard without a privacy fence. When you rent a condominium, your options for privacy are limited.

Suburban Privacy

Indiana State

Hardy Lake boasts of having the largest state-owned dam, while it is the smallest state-operated reservoir. Near Scottsburg, in southeastern Indiana, on Quick’s Creek, this property offers a beach, boat ramps, camping, fishing, hunting, a marina, picnic areas, six hiking trails (all comparatively short) and more. 

Hardy Lake, IN and a Mortality Check

You can be economical, use only a few pieces of charcoal and grill dinner for one or two people. 

Chicken on a Mini Camp Grill

Memphis, IN

This is an abbreviated version of a previously released video. 
This was a very short hike. I clocked 2.48mi (almost 4km) on this one. The severity of the terrain was more than I imagined and I neglected to bring my trekking poles, which I believe would have made a big difference. The ticks were fierce. I stopped counting after about 20. None of my gear or clothing had been treated. (#rookiemistake) Most of them were tiny, too. I don’t think it would have been as bad if I had stayed on the proper trail. I had purchased a beautiful map of the KT last year at the office at the Clark State Forest, but managed to forget that also. I had the hike pulled up on Gaia, but did not take the time to look at it in the most critical moment. This hike was monumental to me. This was something I’d had little hope of ever doing in years past. What, to many, would be inconsequential, was Herculean for me, psychologically. I am thoroughly excited to do it again with Seth, my son, and spend the night.

Solo Day Hike from Jackson Road Trailhead to Round Knob on the Knobstone Trail (Short Version)

In this short video, the little stove was filled with twigs from the forest floor. It produced more than enough fire to boil water for instant oatmeal and coffee. I hope it makes you want to get outdoors.  

Oatmeal in the Woods

This was a very short hike.  I clocked 2.48mi (almost 4km) on this one. The severity of the terrain was more than I imagined and I neglected to bring my trekking poles, which I believe would have made a big difference. 
The ticks were fierce. I stopped counting after about 20. None of my gear or clothing had been treated. (#rookiemistake) Most of them were tiny, too. I don’t think it would have been as bad if I had stayed on the proper trail. 
I had purchased a beautiful map of the KT last year at the office at the Clark State Forest, but managed to forget that also. I had the hike pulled up on Gaia, but did not take the time to look at it in the most critical moment.
This hike was monumental to me. This was something I’d had little hope of ever doing in years past. What, to many, would be inconsequential, was Herculean for me, psychologically. I am thoroughly excited to do it again with Seth, my son, and spend the night at the top of Round Knob. 

Solo Day Hike from Jackson Road Trailhead to Round Knob on the Knobstone Trail

A recent purchase of a stainless steel vegetable steamer and a few sticks and twigs from the yard made for a cozy little fire on a cool evening. 

Vegetable Steamer Fire Pit

This is a brief explanation of why we pay an entry fee for our state parks in Indiana. 

Indiana State Park Entry Fees

Clarksville, IN

This is a cursory review of a local park in Clarksville, Indiana and a father/son duo hiking the Silver Creek Trail. We are ever amazed at what this park offers, while nestled in behind one of the busiest part of town. 

Lapping Park Clarksville, Indiana

Recently there has been repairs made on several of the railroad crossings on and near Charlestown Pike. At this point there are no detours between Holman and IN 62.