Hiking Opportunity

And in the forest I go to lose my mind and find my soul. – John Muir

People of faith have long found solace and inspiration in the natural world. Lace up your hiking boots and join a group of wanderers in three areas not far from Fort Collins. Autumn hike

Pull on your boots for the third Our Saviours hike, the last of 2022. On Monday, Oct. 17, the destination is the North Fork of the Big Thompson River between Drake and Glen Haven. For this moderate out-and-back trail, we’ll likely hike about 5.5 to 6 miles round-trip. Meet at the church parking lot at 8:30 a.m. to carpool to the trailhead. Load your backpack with lunch, water, and rain gear. To get your name on the hike roster, contact Gerry Gjerde and Mary Miller, gjerdegj@gmail.com, 563.357.5195.

• Oct. 20: North Fork of the Big Thompson River

All hikes begin in the morning, are 5-6 miles, and rated moderate. Sign up for one, two, or all three. More information to come. To sign up, contact Gerry Gjerde and Mary Miller by email or text (gjerdegj@gmail.com)