This 12-mile hike climbs steadily along a creek, passing waterfalls, wildflower meadows, and dramatic granite cliffs. The payoff? A pristine alpine lake cradled beneath towering peaks in the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness. Keep your camera ready — mountain goats, moose, and pika are frequent trail companions. Ideal for a long day hike or peaceful overnight, this gem is a backcountry classic.

To learn more about Lake Fork Trail, hikes across the state, and Wild Montana’s work protecting wild places, visit hikewildmontana.org.

Lake Fork to Keyser Brown Lake

Born and raised in southeastern Wisconsin, Chad Stillman was introduced to sports and the outdoors at a young age.&nbsp; Growing up, if you couldn't find him on the soccer or football field, chances are he was in the woods or on the water. Those two passions would lead to a stint as a semi-pro kicker for the Racine Raiders and a cameraman for&nbsp;. By 22 years old, he was fresh out a college, a homeowner and embarking on his lifelong dream of working in law enforcement. Quickly moving up in the ranks, he received a promotion to the SWAT Team and ultimately settled in as an FBI Task Force Investigator.  To warn our audience, this isn't an easy conversation to listen to as Chad takes us on the emotional journey of his story. Struggling at times to share it here, he details the events of January 17, 2018, a day that changed his life and the lives of others forever. 7 years later and battling with PTSD from the events of that evening, he gives credit to time in the outdoors, the support of friends and family, but most notably his faith, for sustaining him when the pressures of life are too much. &nbsp; &nbsp;          &nbsp;

337 -  Chad Stillman - Outdoorsman, Law Enforcement Officer, and Survivor

In this episode Brian Barney sits down for a solo podcast. He talks about what he is working on this time of year, scouting trips and mindset. Then he really gets into backpack hunting. He talks about strategy and the advantages of this style of hunting. He breaks down all his gear and the reasoning behind why he uses what he does. It's a great podcast filled with next-level information this week on Eastmans' Elevated.

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Episode 496:  Backpack Hunting Solo With Brian Barney

A brutal truth sound about: People trying to control & rule, what you do in life. (Always do what you want).. Not what they want you to do. 

Mental State

04/17/2025

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You Don't Rule Me

Have you ever played the comparison game? &nbsp;Thought that you weren't enough? &nbsp;Here is some good news. &nbsp;God doesn't do that. &nbsp;He isn't impressed with how much you have but rather just wants you to be faithful with what you have been given! Join Jon this week as he discusses this topic. &nbsp;If you would like to hear it more in depth then head to hartlandbible.org/sermons/ and select the June 8 sermon. As always, if you wish to discuss this topic in greater detail you may reach out to Jon directly at . &nbsp; &nbsp;

338 - Devotions with Christian Outdoors

A song about a person that Loves to Hate everything you do.

Hate Is Your Fate

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Hate is your Fate

Food Plots have been the rage for deer hunting for quite some time now. But there is a lot more to it than just casting seed on the ground and hoping a trophy buck will show up. Today, we have one of the best food plot designers, around. Heath Rayfield has been developing and maintaining food plots for decades and knows a thing or two about how to create a plot to fit your specific needs.&nbsp; Whether it is a small plot in the woods, a large field, or something in between. Seed bed preparation, seed selection, and the Anabolic seed coat can the the winning combination to having the perfect plot.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;          &nbsp;

339 - Designing and Planting the Best Food Plots for Deer Heath Rayfield

Deneen Day is an EOL Doula/Grief Companion. She also helps families especially those with children navigate the challenges of having a family member with Alzheimer's while cherishing the memories along the way.
This is pretty heavy work and she finds peace that work/life balance in hiking.
Earlier this year she ticked off an item on her bucket list by hiking in Africa including  the land of the Assin Manso Slave River Site. This very sacred ground is where many of our African American ancestors who were captives were taken to take their last bath before being paraded on the auction blocks. Hiking and honoring the ancestors is one of her "Why's"
Upon her return she participated in another of her "Why's" Honor Flight Columbus. The organization honors and celebrates our nation’s senior Veterans with a trip to DC to see their memorials. She volunteers several times a year accompanying and providing support for these veterans 
In her work as an EOL/Doula/Grief Companion she reminds families that memories matter. In fulfilling one of her bucket list goals and supporting the veterans through Honor Flight Columbus she shares how she practices in her own life what she preaches - Memories Matter!

Deneen Day: Finding Balance Hiking in Africa & Serving in Her Community

BYU-Idaho offers a trip for students to go smell the wildflowers at Craters of the Moon

The BYU-Idaho Radio Podcast includes local news, interviews, and BYU-Idaho devotional addresses. Check out our other podcasts for more content: BYU-Idaho Radio Headlines, BYU-Idaho Radio's The Spot, and BYU-Idaho Disciple Journeys.

I am Song Writer, Lyricist, and Original Music Creator, from the UK,
A.T.M. i am a stand alone Music Artist.

Most of my songs are written from my experiences in life..
But,  I also write about Sci-Fi and Supernatural music themes as well.

Eastmans’ Elevated Podcast with host Brian Barney is the podcast for hardcore Western Big Game hunters. Brian does one thing every single episode, talks hunting! From tips and tactics for locating and stalking to shooting strategies and even photo taking advice, Eastmans’ Elevated keeps you up to date and in the know all while entertaining you as Brian and his guests take you along on their hunts and breakdown the skills and mindset needed to be successful in the Western Big Game hunting arena.

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