"...I recall sitting in the wilderness and looking deep within my soul. As a young man I did a great deal of soul searching to find purpose and direction in my life. In nature I found my place, and I found my answers. Looking out over the landscapes, high mountain peaks, and tranquil waters, nature always allowed me to find that inner voice that became so important in shaping the person I am today."
There are 4 moments I'll never forget. Camping moments that shaped my life and attitudes.
1. Philmont Scout Ranch: at the top of Mount Baldy. I realized just how small I really was...but how could I fill the space of the world with my spirit and life?
2. My Vigil. Don't talk about, be about it. I won't talk about it here, but I saw 2 paths before me that night. Both just were, neither right or wrong...I had a vision of my future. I chose the correct path for me, because my girlfriend of 2 weeks at that time became my wife.
3. Sleeping out under the stars...no lights anywhere...just a huge sky full stars and planets. It was truly amazing. I'm not inspired by sun rises...but that night I'll never forget just how close the stars seemed. I thought I could touch them...and then that night a mountain lion walked up to me...smelled me...and walked away...........I seriously thought I was going to be eaten.......
4. Camping in the Ventura Wilderness. I found a nice cozy spot under some trees to set up a small tent...the grass had even been matted down for me...and then I realized it was because a VERY LARGE animal had been sleeping there the night before...
See you at the top!
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