Tag Archives: outdoors

Outdoor Adventures in the Southeast

Posted on January 30, 2015 by Scott Johnson

For those who are fairly new to my blog, I wanted to go back and list some of my past posts dedicated to outdoor adventures in the Southeast. The South is rich with places to see, trails to hike, lakes … Continue reading →

Posted in Outdoor Knowledge, Outdoor Skills, Outdoor Travel | Tagged adventure, exploring, hiking, hiking trails, Nature, outdoors, state parks, trails | 2 Comments

Ghost Hunt – A Poem

Posted on November 23, 2014 by Scott Johnson

I’m having some fun this week writing poetry and blending this with one of my other passions, ghost hunting. Yes, ghost hunting, but see if you can figure out what kind of ghost I’m hunting. I know, Halloween has passed, … Continue reading →

Posted in Outdoor Writing | Tagged ghost, ghost hunting, hunt, hunting, outdoors, poems, poetry, writing | 3 Comments

Sixthday Sportsmen Magazine

Posted on October 2, 2014 by Scott Johnson

For my sportsmen (and women) friends who read this blog, I want to make you aware of a fairly new magazine—Sixthday Sportsmen. Recently I’ve become acquainted with the publisher, Dave Iverson. We’ve been exchanging emails, and I hope the magazine … Continue reading →

Posted in Outdoor Knowledge, Outdoor Writing | Tagged Christianity, fishing, God, huting, inspiration, outdoors, outdoorsman, sportsmen, wildlife | Leave a comment

Animal Tracks ID Infographic

Posted on August 23, 2014 by Scott Johnson

I found this great animal tracks ID infographic over at Hiking Michigan. For those who love nature and enjoy getting outdoors, I thought you might be able to use this guide. On the spiritual side, this infographic reminded me about … Continue reading →

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The Lord is My Guide

Posted on August 16, 2014 by Scott Johnson

Psalm 23 continues to be one of my favorite Psalms. I’m impressed by how David relates so personally to God. David could easily identify with shepherding, and he saw God as his great Shepherd. Of course, David was a shepherd … Continue reading →

Posted in Spiritual Journey | Tagged Christianity, guide, inspiration, outdoors, Psalm 23, scripture, spiritual growth, spiritual journey | 4 Comments

Bring On The Heat

Posted on April 13, 2014 by Scott Johnson

You may be thinking the post title alludes to baseball or a romantic story. In a way, it is about my love affair with this time of year—spring and the approaching summertime. Ah yes, summertime, way overdue here in the … Continue reading →

Posted in Outdoor Travel, Uncategorized | Tagged favorite pasttimes, humor, leisure, outdoors, seasonal, south, summer, summertime, travel | 4 Comments

Eagles, The Outdoors, and Family Fun

Posted on February 22, 2014 by Scott Johnson

Last weekend my family and I made our annual pilgrimage to see eagles in Guntersville, Alabama. Everyone had such a fun time. What a pleasant break from the icy weather thats been visiting the south this winter. I felt like … Continue reading →

Posted in Creation Moment, Outdoor Travel, Spiritual Journey | Tagged Eagle Awareness Weekend, eagles, family, growth, learning, Nature, outdoors, wildlife | 9 Comments

Nature Provides

Posted on December 15, 2013 by Scott Johnson

This beautiful Red-shouldered Hawk perched on a tree in our backyard on Saturday. My wife snapped the picture. It’s pretty common to see these hawks being chased by crows and to hear their distinctive kee-yeeear vocals. This particular snapshot also … Continue reading →

Posted in Creation Moment, Outdoor Knowledge | Tagged creation, haiku, haiku poetry, hawk, Nature, nature photography, outdoor photography, outdoors, poem, poetry, red-shouldered hawk, wildlife photography | 4 Comments

5 Fishing Tips for Bloggers

Posted on September 9, 2013 by Scott Johnson

What if I told you that fishing just might reveal some important tips to becoming a better blogger? Or another way of looking at it—a more fulfilled blogger. Allow me to reel in my core idea right from the very … Continue reading →

Posted in blogging, Writing | Tagged blog, bloggers, blogging, blogging tips, fisherman, fishing, fishing tips, growth, improve, outdoors, passion, success, tips, writer, writing, writing tips | 3 Comments

The Prudent See Danger

Posted on September 7, 2013 by Scott Johnson

You don’t have to be a Jack Hanna or Marty Stouffer, to know the whitetail deer is hard to sneak up on. God has equipped the whitetail with an amazing sense of smell, hearing, and sight. And likewise, God has … Continue reading →

Posted in Creation Moment, Spiritual Journey | Tagged outdoors, photography, Proverbs, proverbs 22:3, spiritual, spiritual dangers, whitetail deer, wisdom | Leave a comment

The Hiker’s Prayer

Posted on September 5, 2013 by Scott Johnson

The Hiker’s Prayer Thank you God for the rising sun. You’ve granted me another day. Your grace is amazing; bless you faithful Lord. The creation sings your praise, and I join the sound. Heal my tired soul; restore my aching … Continue reading →

Posted in Spiritual Journey | Tagged Christian, Christianity, faith, God, grace, guide, hike, hiker, hiking, inspiration, Lord, outdoors, photo, photography, prayer, trails, trails of iife | 4 Comments

No Eye Has Seen

Posted on August 26, 2013 by Scott Johnson

No eye has seen, no ear has heard and no one’s heart has imagined all the things that God has prepared for those who love him. 1 Corinthians 2:9 (CJB) This is a favorite verse especially when my heart gets … Continue reading →

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Outdoor Adventure in North Georgia

Posted on August 4, 2013 by Scott Johnson

Call it outdoor adventure, medicine, or therapy, but it works! This past week I took some time off to enjoy the outdoors with my wife and friends. My spiritual, emotional, and physical energy banks have been recharged. One day, my … Continue reading →

Posted in Outdoor Knowledge, Outdoor Skills | Tagged adventure, Carter's Lake, fishing, kayak, kayaking, North Georgia, outdoor adventure, outdoors, spiritual, trout, trout fishing | 5 Comments

Finding Great Deals on Outdoor Equipment

Posted on May 18, 2013 by Scott Johnson

As spring infects the landscape, I find myself more and more consumed with the outdoor fever. I’ve been turkey hunting a couple of times, and am gearing up for the fishing season. Been on a few hikes. Even visited a … Continue reading →

Posted in Outdoor Knowledge | Tagged bargains, deals, equipment, gear, money, outdoor equipment, outdoor gear, outdoors, saving money | Leave a comment

Time to Go Fishing

Posted on April 12, 2013 by Scott Johnson

Spring has arrived here in Georgia, and the weather is getting warmer each week. My son has already beat me to the lake and scored big time. During spring break he caught several largemouth bass and was able to spend … Continue reading →

Posted in Outdoor Knowledge, Outdoor Skills | Tagged angler, family, family activity, family fun, fish, fishing, outdoor sports, outdoors, outdoorsman, sportsman | 6 Comments

Discovering Easter in the Outdoors

Posted on March 29, 2013 by Scott Johnson

Yesterday morning, I found myself sitting against a pine tree waiting and listening for a turkey to gobble in the distance. Those early morning hours are magical as the new light awakens the day shift of the forest. What a … Continue reading →

Posted in Creation Moment, Spiritual Journey | Tagged Christ, Christianity, creation, death, easter, God, inspirational, Nature, outdoors, resurrection, spirituality | 4 Comments

Being Thankful – A Change of Perspective

Posted on March 23, 2013 by Scott Johnson

What is rocking your boat right now? When you hear Bible verses like — in everything give thanks; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus (1 Thessalonians 5:18) — do they seem like empty words to you? … Continue reading →

Posted in Creation Moment, Spiritual Journey | Tagged Christianity, creation, God, inspirational, outdoors, spirituality, thankful, Thanksgiving | 3 Comments

Colors of Nature

Posted on February 10, 2013 by Scott Johnson

Gold The color of the morning sun. Calling on unfaltering days. Upward the arc, top at noon, Down again, till evening sways. Blue The color of the clearing sky: Air to waving, whistling wings. Inspiring us to look that way, … Continue reading →

Posted in Creation Moment, Outdoor Writing | Tagged beauty, colors, creative writing, Nature, outdoors, poem, poetry, rose, writing | 4 Comments

An Understanding of Hunting

Posted on February 8, 2013 by Scott Johnson

In recent months my son and I have been chasing the ever elusive Whitetail Deer. The season has now closed, but turkey season and spring fishing are just around the corner. This is a heritage my father has passed on … Continue reading →

Posted in Outdoor Knowledge, Outdoor Skills | Tagged deer, deer hunting, family, heritage, hunting, outdoor skills. outdoor knowledge, outdoors, spiritual, wildlife conservation | 2 Comments

The Eagle Trip

Posted on January 21, 2013 by Scott Johnson

Once again, our family traveled to Guntersville State Park to see the great Bald Eagle. We were able to see several eagles soaring overhead. This year, however, the nest we usually visit was empty–no adult eagles or eaglets. We did … Continue reading →

Posted in Outdoor Knowledge, Outdoor Travel | Tagged eagles, family, guntersville state park, Nature, outdoor knowledge, outdoors, photography, travel, wildlife | 5 Comments