by MS Christian Living | Aug 30, 2023 | Columns, Inspiration, Outside In
By Chris Bates While I have not stood close to a grizzly bear, I have encountered them in a couple of different settings. Needless to say, they are to be feared and respected. They have natural instincts that are dominant and can be ruthless by design. On a...
by MS Christian Living | Jun 30, 2023 | Columns, Inspiration, Outside In
By CHRIS BATES My buddy and I had spent countless early mornings fishing together. One weekend morning, we met about 30 minutes before dawn for coffee on the pier. It was nice to sit and listen to the crickets still chirping and watch the last of the stars...
by MS Christian Living | Mar 1, 2023 | Columns, Inspiration, Outside In
By CHRIS BATES Nature’s transitions are remarkable. The harsh bite of winter will test your body and senses when hiking to 12,000 feet in the snow. There is a window in my house that perfectly frames the entire spectrum of leaves changing color each...
by MS Christian Living | Oct 31, 2022 | Columns, Inspiration, Outside In
By CHRIS BATES There is nothing like a day on the river by yourself. I explored the Taylor River on a sun-filled day with no one else around. Not too far from Crested Butte, Colorado, the Taylor stretches through the Gunnison National Forest with several...
by MS Christian Living | Sep 1, 2022 | Columns, Inspiration, Outside In, The Doctor Is In, Uncategorized
By CHRIS BATES We had been waiting and anticipating for months to breathe the cool morning air and step into the chilly river water in far western Montana. Much preparation went into our fly rods, drift boats, food and other gear. There are many...
