 We are very pleased here at Hiking Forward at the overwhelming response to our call for writers, photographers and outdoor junkies to share the stories of their experiences in the wilderness via the Hiking Forward Correspondents Program.
As a blogger who resides in the Midwest I find it fitting to have the first announced Hiking Forward Correspondent to also live, hike and adventure here as well. Peter Dargatz lives just up the road a bit in Wisconsin. A great young fellow and proud family man, he too "gets" the Hiking Forward mantra. Knowing that other people smell what I am cooking here is truly an awesome experience for this blogger. Peter and I had the opportunity to chat last week about what motivates him in the outdoors as well as within his daily life to ensure he gets himself and young family outdoors as much as possible. As a kindergarten teacher, busy dad and husband Peter still finds time to serve his local hiking chapter and serve as a hiking coordinator in Wisconsin. To use the Star Wars line... per our phone conversation, the force is strong in this one. I sense the outdoors are not just something Peter enjoys... Peter is the outdoors. Peter isn't Peter without the outdoors and the outdoors aren't half as grand without Peter and his young family. We here at Hiking Forward and all of you who read this blog (thank you!) will soon be the beneficiaries from what Peter will be providing us from the great woods of Wisconsin. I think his unique perspective as a young family man who is working hard to bring up his adorable young daughter and family in the outdoor community will serve us all well. Peter's insights will serve those who are either striving to do the same or know someone who needs a hint on how to emulate the Dargatz family. Stay tuned for great insights. In the meantime check out Peter's Hiking Correspondent Profile here on Hiking Forward as well as his other social links and blogs. Keep Hiking Forward! Scott
3 Comments
Kris Scott
9/6/2015 10:15:57 am
Great choice! Peter is an outstanding teacher and advocate for anything natural and outdoors. Way to go Peter Dargatz!
Carol Schram
9/7/2015 11:33:15 am
I am very proud of my nephew for all his accomplishments. He has unbelievable energy and enthusiasm. I tell others about what he writes in his blogs and how I wonder when he sleeps. 9/8/2015 10:22:40 am
Peter leads a series of "Tyke Hikes" for the Ice Age Trail Alliance, and he is always well prepared, enthusiastic and a great mentor for kids of all ages. Leave a Reply. |
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