Winter has arrived, and the Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness (FSPW) winter hike season is right behind. In every season, FSPW volunteers lead hikers into and around the edges of…
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FSPW outdoor programs for kids: game changer, life changer
It’s a pleasure to see kids light up at natural things, and Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness volunteers and staff often have the pleasure. FSPW family hikes are sometimes populated…
The solitude of wilderness speaks volumes
When Montana resident Chris Evans was asked what gift of the wilderness he valued most, he had a simple reply: “Solitude.” That single word says a lot. With technology and…
Giving Tuesday celebrates community
Giving Tuesday is a time to reflect on all the things that matter. Wilderness is one of those things, sure. But so are the local communities, businesses and people that…
Family fun in wilderness
Above: Aaron Johnson in one of the less miserable moments of the 2016 Extreme Plein Air Expedition (Photo by Joe Foster, dappstudios.com) By Aaron Johnson The company loves misery —…
Solitude, challenges among Wilderness gifts
There's just no telling how wilderness could touch your life. Whether you immerse yourself in the wild solitude or look on it from afar, it makes its presence known. And…
Double (or triple) the Scotchmans love
Happy holidays, Friends! ‘Twas the season of giving,When all through the Board,A sense of generosity outwardly poured;The employees believed in the work that they do,In the hopes the community would believe…
What wilderness gift means the most to you?
Wilderness is a gift. That's the way we see it at Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness. And we know many supporters of our wild backyard view it the same way.…
