tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57356183804420125072024-03-19T05:48:49.804-07:00Soker GrrlA woman's love of hot springs.Soker Grrlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10083305197513381713noreply@blogger.comBlogger49125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5735618380442012507.post-38122050166010404222009-11-05T19:46:00.001-08:002009-11-05T20:00:03.264-08:00Rocky Canyon Hot Springs In TroubleRocky Canyon hot springs resides in the Boise National Forest.As some of you may have heard, Rocky Canyon is in danger of being dismantled. The Forest Service has already made the decision to take down Rocky Canyon on the grounds of it being illegally constructed.Check out the petition.Soker Grrlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10083305197513381713noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5735618380442012507.post-189655299628300202009-05-18T22:17:00.000-07:002009-05-18T22:35:26.713-07:00Soker Grrl Back In Action!Many months have gone by, and I keep hearing Soker Grrl calling for attention. A giant thanks to all of you! Your emails have been so kind and have encouraged me to resurrect SG. However, I will be sticking to strictly hot springs and all things hot springs.Hot springs, onsens as the Japanese call them, are some of my favorite places to visit. I find them incredibly rejuvenating. They bring peaceSoker Grrlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10083305197513381713noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5735618380442012507.post-73600937859813933872008-09-19T09:09:00.000-07:002008-09-27T15:59:08.680-07:00TransformationThere are times when we must reevaluate our purpose and goals in what we do in life. SokerGrrl is one of those aspects of my life that has needed some reordering. I am so thrilled with the success that I have experienced with SokerGrrl, however I have strayed from my original path and such have let SokerGrrl fall to the wayside.While exploring this path I have discovered that there is a new, moreSoker Grrlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10083305197513381713noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5735618380442012507.post-45947232508628208242008-07-31T11:07:00.000-07:002008-07-31T11:11:06.874-07:00Hot Springs Guy Featured on Idaho Green LivingThe Hot Springs Guy is more than just a source of information on Idaho's hundreds of hot springs, he is a steward of the land. He was recently featured on Idaho's News Channel 6, Idaho Green Living segment for being just that. Kudos to you, Hot Springs Guy! Thank you for sharing your wisdom and helping to educate everyone about the importance of our environment. Soker Grrlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10083305197513381713noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5735618380442012507.post-77921854116640593982008-06-30T14:23:00.001-07:002010-01-10T14:14:47.822-08:00And still more Photos!Soker Grrlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10083305197513381713noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5735618380442012507.post-31792776578905174492008-06-30T14:21:00.000-07:002010-01-10T14:19:04.565-08:00Photos...moreSoker Grrlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10083305197513381713noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5735618380442012507.post-81614609271464574312008-06-30T14:20:00.000-07:002010-01-10T14:20:11.135-08:00PhotosSoker Grrlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10083305197513381713noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5735618380442012507.post-10449917273174084042008-06-30T13:37:00.000-07:002010-01-10T14:20:33.095-08:00Adventure ContinuesThe last couple of weeks have been very busy, with over 50 girls coming in and out of camp. I've been having a wonderful time, and have completely exhausted myself. It is all worth it though. I'm adding some pictures to share with you all, and when I return I will go into more detail about my time at camp.There is only one week left, and I know it will be a great one. The weather has turned HOT, Soker Grrlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10083305197513381713noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5735618380442012507.post-77614383712537495992008-06-16T12:24:00.000-07:002010-01-10T14:21:02.221-08:00Quick UpdateAnother week has gone by, and another set of girls have graced my presence. They were a great group, and very different from the week prior. This week we learned Leave No Trace, practiced yoga, went horseback riding, and did lots of outdoor cooking.I rode for the first time in years, on my buddy Stripes. He's a bit ornery, but we came to an understanding. I had a blast!I took a side trip up FR 30Soker Grrlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10083305197513381713noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5735618380442012507.post-89749562023497140522008-06-09T14:48:00.000-07:002010-01-10T14:21:22.464-08:00Not Quite Under the WeatherThere is a saying "If you don't like the weather, just wait 5 minutes." That has been more than true over the last two weeks. Deep in the mountains of the Salmon-Challis National Forest, rain has been an almost constant companion. Occasionally the sun has peeked it's head out, and then Mother Nature has thrown hail our way.Despite all of the wet weather, not a single girl's spirits were dampened.Soker Grrlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10083305197513381713noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5735618380442012507.post-26512448899755370182008-06-09T14:39:00.000-07:002008-12-09T01:48:45.546-08:00New AdventureJust over two weeks ago I embarked on a grand adventure. Not the typical type of adventure with world travels, but an adventure nonetheless. I have taken on the role of Camp Director for a Girl Scout camp in central Idaho. Over the past couple of weeks I have learned that the title "Camp Director", is a title of many faces. I am an administrator, organizer, event planner, mentor, big sister, and Soker Grrlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10083305197513381713noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5735618380442012507.post-78745684612961212862008-04-15T20:55:00.000-07:002008-04-15T21:14:54.478-07:00BUGSThis past Saturday I spent the morning digging in the dirt, turning the earth. As a part of my environmental studies class, I am to take part in a service learning project. The agency I am working with is called Boise Urban Garden School (BUGS). BUGS uses organic gardening to interconnect community, students and teachers in a variety of issues. During school year and summer programs, people learnSoker Grrlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10083305197513381713noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5735618380442012507.post-37453544360847436002008-03-23T12:47:00.000-07:002008-03-27T14:08:44.420-07:00Earth Hour; One Hour No PowerOn March 29th at 8pm, I have vowed to participate in one hour of no power! I encourage each and everyone of us who call this planet home to do the same. Together we can make a difference. Visit EarthHour.org for more information and to join the fight against global warming!Soker Grrlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10083305197513381713noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5735618380442012507.post-55024681774445769252008-03-23T12:29:00.000-07:002008-03-23T12:43:59.052-07:00Soker Grrl's in Backpacker!Pick up the April issue of Backpacker magazine, turn to page 64, and feast your eyes on the lower left corner. A photo I took on a pack trip to Skillern Hot Springs last June has been published. With great excitement I invite you to take a peek, and keep an eye out on Backpacker's website for Soker Grrl as well.Thank you to everyone who shares in my adventures. I look forward to many more treks Soker Grrlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10083305197513381713noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5735618380442012507.post-7445104896644882002008-03-08T08:49:00.000-08:002008-03-08T19:02:46.465-08:00Simple Steps to Leaving a Lighter FootprintAs global warming becomes more of an issue, whether you agree that it exists or not, changes need to occur in order to preserve Mother Earth for future generations. Here are a few simple ways to make changes in your daily life that will make a difference. *Carpool: transportation consumes about 25% of the total energy used in the United States (source) By sharing a ride to work, Soker Grrlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10083305197513381713noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5735618380442012507.post-62925927471103131742008-03-02T12:27:00.000-08:002008-03-08T19:04:02.830-08:00The Law of LoveWhen man's needs are discussed one thinks of the basics; food, water, shelter, air. Although these are our physical needs for survival, often overlooked is the need for love and connectedness. David Suzuki addresses this issue in chapter seven of his book The Sacred Balance. Love goes beyond the affections of a man and wife or of mother to child. It expands to community and nature. Love is Soker Grrlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10083305197513381713noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5735618380442012507.post-90359678976350766952008-02-29T19:39:00.000-08:002008-03-08T19:04:46.104-08:00Menstruation while backpacking: Not a problemThe snow is melting exposing dormant grasses. Trees are beginning to bud, flowers open their petals like sleeping children, and the squirrels are actively teasing my dogs again. These are all signs that spring is knocking at my door. Every morning I awake thinking and planning my next backpacking trip. While sharing my past adventures with friends, a couple questions continually arise, "What do Soker Grrlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10083305197513381713noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5735618380442012507.post-67227267998070304332008-01-26T16:06:00.000-08:002008-12-09T01:48:45.690-08:00A Clandestine Soak at Kirkham Hot SpringsClimbing through the last crevice after scrambling over slick rocks, I entered a new world. Steam swirled all around obstructing my view of anything solid. Rock formations took on ethereal shapes. The river rushed by to my right, adding its own voice to the scenario. The wind briefly swept by, momentarily wiping away the steam and mist. Before me a beautiful landscape stood exposed. I basked in Soker Grrlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10083305197513381713noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5735618380442012507.post-34780112011438735912008-01-12T10:12:00.000-08:002008-01-12T15:45:50.086-08:00Call to Action!If there has ever been a time when we need to unite and speak up, that time is now. Idaho's roadless areas are on the chopping block once again (or still depending on how you look at it). Anyone and everyone who appreciates the wilderness, or wants it to be around for future generations, please take part and submit your comments. When we unite as one our voice may be heard!The following is an Soker Grrlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10083305197513381713noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5735618380442012507.post-24436015103146855862008-01-02T09:04:00.000-08:002008-12-09T01:48:45.867-08:00A New Year Brings New EscapadesAs 2008 begins our eyes, ears, and minds are flooded with the message of resolutions. What are we going to do this year to improve ourselves and our quality of life? I am viewing this new year as an opportunity and a challenge to have as many adventures as possible. I want to explore new regions, climb mountains, backpack the FCRNRW, and all the while refocus on my writing. I yearn to discover Soker Grrlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10083305197513381713noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5735618380442012507.post-89212854170379122852007-12-28T23:56:00.000-08:002007-12-28T22:57:08.516-08:00Early Morning AdventureI woke before the sun. Lunch was made, day pack prepped, and the gas tank full. All that remained was loading up the dogs and grabbing my mp3 player for the drive. Too much time has passed since I visited my dear friend nature. Today was set to be a day for adventure. The drive north along highway 55 was quite pleasant. The trees and mountain tops were dusted with snow creating beautiful scenery Soker Grrlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10083305197513381713noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5735618380442012507.post-46708761850602395532007-12-08T11:35:00.000-08:002007-12-08T11:42:50.492-08:00Animal LoveRecently I was talking with a friend about The Animal Rescue site. They have a program where their sponsors will donate to care for the animals, and all we have to do is click. It is completely free to visitors except for a few moments of your time. The Animal Rescue Site focuses the power of the Internet on a specific need — providing food for some of the 27 million unwanted animals given to Soker Grrlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10083305197513381713noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5735618380442012507.post-53236165796876606482007-11-22T21:36:00.000-08:002007-11-22T22:14:10.077-08:00Lovely LayersIt's that time of year when we want to be out enjoying Mother Nature as much as possible before she hits us head on with winter. At times the crisp temperatures lead to a snuggle by the fire instead of a frolic through the park. We women are more than capable of enduring a jaunt through the snow blanketed forest, just keep our fingers and toes warm! I say give me polypro, fleece and my rain proofSoker Grrlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10083305197513381713noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5735618380442012507.post-65499203202280977212007-10-26T15:01:00.000-07:002007-10-26T17:35:14.782-07:00Leave No TraceIt never hurts to have a refresher on how we should treat our environment. Here are the basic principles of the Leave No Trace concept, which should be followed by anyone who has thoughts of enjoying the outdoors. It is my wish to have the forest, deserts, wetlands, tundra, and all wild lands around for my great great grandchildren's children to experience and treasure as I do. We must all work Soker Grrlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10083305197513381713noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5735618380442012507.post-84229680187097210112007-10-11T15:19:00.001-07:002008-12-09T12:17:43.292-08:00Nature Weeps stillBernard Hot Springs, Boise National ForestBernard Hot Springs, Boise National ForestRocky Canyon Hot Springs, Boise National ForestRocky Canyon Hot Springs, Boise National ForestSoker Grrlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10083305197513381713noreply@blogger.com0