About Me

I'm a professional writer and editor with more than 30 years experience, including seven years as a newspaper copy editor and seven years as the news editor of the weekly magazine for a major Christian denomination.

I live in Springfield, Missouri, with my wonderful wife of 40 years, St. Shirley the Encourager, and our old cat. I spend most of my time writing articles and stories, and especially enjoy writing about hiking trips, camping, and other outdoor fun. 

Top Gear to Take on Overnight Hiking Trips

Overnight hiking trips come in all sizes. A quick trip with just one overnight stay means less time and demands less camping and hiking gear than a week's stay in the woods. A week's worth of nights out in the woods means different gear and demands m...

Find the Best Packs for Bikes and Biking

Good packs, backpacks, and other containers for bikes and biking vary in size and shape. But all of them must be lightweight, very durable, and have great functionality or usefulness. If you get a pack, whether it's mounted on the frame or worn on yo...