WHO CAN FIND THE EXCELLENT WIFE?

WISDOM FROM PROVERBS

"An excellent wife, who can find? For her worth is far above jewels." A godly wife is more precious than gold and gems.

"The heart of her husband trusts in her, and he will have no lack of gain."  There's complete trust.

"She does him good and not evil, all the days of her life." She edifies, and builds up her husband. And never bad mouths him.

"She looks for wool and flax and works with her hands in delight."  She is a cheerful worker.

"She is like merchant ships; she brings her food from afar."  She goes out of her way to shop for her husband a family.

"She rises also while it is still night and gives food to her household, and portions to her maidens."  She sacrifices sleep and serves others.

"She considers a field and buys it; from her earnings she plants a vineyard."  She is wise with her investments.

"She girds herself with strength She senses that her gain is good; her lamp does not go out at night."  She works late into the night.

"She stretches out her hands to the distaff, and her hands grasp the spindle."  Wool is made into thread.

"She extends her hand to the poor, and she stretches out her hands to the needy."  She has compassion for others.

"She is not afraid of the snow for her household, for all her household are clothed with scarlet." She uses the best material to bundle up her family.

"She makes coverings for herself; her clothing is fine linen and purple." She makes for herself the finest clothes.

"Her husband is known in the gates, when he sits among the elders of the land."  Her repetition is known among the elders.

"She makes linen garments and sells them, and supplies belts to the tradesmen."  She has a home business.

"Strength and dignity are her clothing, and she smiles at the future."  She lives by optimism and not fear.

"She opens her mouth in wisdom, and the teaching of kindness is on her tongue."  She's intelligent and never foolish; speaking in love.

"She looks well to the ways of her household, and does not eat the bread of idleness."  She's not lazy; but provides for her love ones.

"Her children rise up and bless her; her husband also, and he praises her, saying: 'Many daughters have done nobly, but you excel them all. Charm is deceitful and beauty is vain, but a woman who fears the LORD, she shall be praised. Give her the product of her hands, and let her works praise her in the gates."  Proverbs 31:10-31 NAS

SURVIVAL POP QUIZ

YOUR SITUATION

Imagine, you are in the Uintas at night, your GPS is not working, no cell phone coverage, and it is a new moon and can't see any landmarks or mountains.
You need to wait till daylight to find your way back to the trailhead. You're 10,500' above sea level, and all the ground is soaking wet. You have warm clothing; but need to make a campfire to survive the night. All your kindling and firewood is cold and wet.

POP QUIZ

If you packed only one of these items, which would help you the most to start a fire or keep you warm through the night? (only choose one)

1. Small box of windproof matches
2. A new lighter
3. One burner stove
4. Flints
5. Magnifying glass
6. Can of Sterno
7. Handwarmer

OUR STORY

Several years ago we went backpacking in the Uintas. We hiked to a remote lake and tried to light a fire. We found the a lighter was worthless. Also, we went through two boxes of windproof matches, burning all the dry paper we were carrying. Between the moisture and the higher elevation it seemed next to impossible to light a fire. Determined, I started the one burner stove up. This gave us instant heat to warm our hands. I took the kindling, and roasted one twig at a time until it was charcoal and built a fire that way.
I was on top of a 11,500' peak watching the Sunrise, and tried to keep warm by lighting a can of Sterno. The wind kept blowing it out and very little heat came out. It was worthless.
One Winter I was snowshoeing and wanted to stay warm. I opened up a large handwarmer, and found it worthless. It was old, and the chemicals no longer brought heat.
Utah has a lot of different terrains, from high elevation wilderness, to desert slot canyons. Each situation requires careful planning and different gear. It is up to you to KNOW WHAT TO PACK. Don't rely on the "10 Essentials list." It is important that every hiker is responsible for their own well being. Even if a leader give you a list of things to bring, it is up to you to plan for your survival.
Why isn't a one burner stove on the "10 Essentials List?" Who made that list anyway?

CAR CAMPING LIST

Cooking gear
___Propane grill and utensils,
___Propane or Coleman fluid,
___Coleman stove,
___Pots n pans,
___Utensils,
___Hot pad,

___S'more or hot dog sticks,

___Picnic tablecloth,
___Coleman lantern (gas or electric),
___Matches or lighter,

___Coffee mugs,
___Paper cups, plates, and bowls,

___Paper towels,
___Silverware (knifes, spoons and forks),

___Heavy Aluminum foil,
___Wash bucket, brush and dish soap,
___Garbage bags,

___Critter proof plastic containers to store food.

Not everyone owns cooking gear...please share!

Camping gear
___Camp chair,

___Tent or Sleep in your vehicle,
___Ground tarp or tent footprint,
___Sleeping bag and Pillows,

___Extra blanket,
___Air mattress, 

___Air pump,

___Ear plugs for sound sleeping,

___Knit Hat, sweater, and wool socks for sleeping,

___Campground Reservation,

___Hammer or hatchet, 

Misc
___BIBLE and reading glasses,
___Flashlight, Lantern, or head lamp,

___Trail books and maps,
___Toothbrush, paste and floss,
___Shaving kit,
___Soap and towel,
___Baby wipes,
___Toiletries,
___Dirty clothes garbage bag,

Vehicle 

___Ice Chest & Bag of Ice,

___Glass cleaner and Paper Towels,

___Quart Motor oil, 
___Car tools,

___Utah map,

___Garbage sack,

___Check your fluids,

___Check your tire pressure,

___CDs or blue tooth music,

Breakfast (What are you eating for 3 days?)

1. ___________________________________
2. ___________________________________
3. ___________________________________
   

Lunch (Plan 2 lunches for the trail)

1. ___________________________________
2. ___________________________________

Evening barbecue  (What meat or veggie to grill for yourself for 3 dinners?)

1. ___________________________________
2. ___________________________________
3. ___________________________________

Bring one thing to share with group each evening:
(veggies, salad, nuts, fruit, chips n dips, pies, cakes, deserts, marshmallows, cookies, etc.).

1. ___________________________________
2. ___________________________________
3. ___________________________________

Personal Snacks _________________________________

Condiments______________________________

Sugar, brown sugar, salt and pepper, spices, BBQ sauce, salad dressing, olive oil, butter, coffee, and creamer.

Clothing

___Desert clothing for day, (shorts)

___Sandals to wear in water,

___Hiking shoes to wear on the trail,

___Towel to dry off, 
___Warm long clothing for evenings and nights,

___Warm jacket, knit hat for evenings,

Hiking Gear

___Water,

___Electrolytes, 

___Trail snacks,

___Hiking poles,

___Camera, Cell phone,

___Light rain jacket,

___Sunglasses,

___Hat,

___Sunscreen,

___Bug Spray,

___First aid kit, Bandaids, Medicines,

___Toilet paper, zip lock bag, shovel,

___Hand Sanitizer,

___Day Pack,

___Park Passes, 

Pray for God's Blessing

___Safe Travel for all drivers, 

___Good Weather on the trails,

___God's Protection, 

WHICH ONE ARE YOU?

What motivates you to go hiking, camping or ride a mountain bike? Just for fun, pick which personality fits you best. Discover why you attend; and what draws you to an activity?

ADVENTURER
This person loves to explore new trails. They are excited over the prospect of going to new parks, campgrounds, and trails.
Motivation: Make sure you tell them it's a new trail. And if you do an old trail, explore new side trails.

CARDIO
This person views hiking and mountain biking, as an outdoor gym.
Motivation: Tell this person that the trail has high mileage, and steep elevation gain. That ought to get their hearts pounding.

CONTROL FREAK
This person believes that every hike or bike ride has been planned...just for me. And they want to make leadership decisions.
Motivations: Let them think you planned this activity just for them.

FELLOWSHIPPER
This person loves to fellowship. They look at every hike or bike ride as a time to socialize. They enjoy jumping from one social event to another and love to keep people informed of the latest happenings.
Motivation: Tell them that the trail is popular.

JESUS FREAK
This person is motivated by Jesus. Each activity is an opportunity to serve like Christ, whether giving food, water, or sharing the good news to a stranger.
Motivation: Inspire this person to be more like Christ. He is not motivated by trail or exercise; but how he can serve others.

LOVER
This person looks at an hike or bike ride as  opportunities to meet someone from the opposite sex. They enjoy collecting phone numbers and email addresses for future dates.
Motivation: Tell them they can make new hiking and biking friends.

LONER
This person enjoys being away from people. They enjoy remote wilderness trails and places without the sound of a human voice.
Motivation: Tell them you are going to the wilderness.

NATURE LOVER
This person hates to be rushed on the trail. They enjoy stopping, taking pictures, looking at rocks, gazing at birds through binoculars, staring at arches and thumbing through wildflower books.
Motivation: Take them to trails where they can see pictographs, and wildflowers.

SALESMAN
This person looks at activities as a sales opportunity. He will spend the entire time on the trail trying to pitch their goods or investment opportunities.
Motivation: Tell this person this is a popular hike or bike ride.

SCOUT
This person climbs a peak, hikes the Grand Canyon, or sleeps in the cold to earn a merit badge. They will boast about how many peaks they have bagged, and enjoy learning and teaching others about outdoor ethics.
Motivation: Inspire them, by taking them to new peaks.

SPIRITUAL
This person enjoy being spiritual. Sometimes they'll want to be left alone to commune with God. Outdoor activities are like worship services or prayer meetings.
Motivation: Give them the freedom of expression they need.

SURVIVALIST
This person knows how to survive avalanches, build igloos, survive storms, and knows first aid. He enjoys drinking water out of streams, and eating edible plants and berries.
Motivation: Take this person to an adventurous place.

ZEALOT
This person attends activities to preach their agenda. Whether religious, or political, they want to covert you to their views.
Motivation: Inspire this person to focus on God and not politics.

FINAL NOTE:
You may have a combination of these personalities, so just laugh. Finally, what motivates you?

OUTDOORS WITH JESUS

ARCHES NATIONAL PARK 1986

OUTDOORS WITH JESUS  
Began in the Summer of 1986 as an informal Hiking group. We're not a outfitter, we're not a singles ministry; but a non profit, non-commercial hiking group along the Wasatch Front of Northern Utah.

MT RAYMOND  JULY 2004

OWJ CLUB FOCUS: It's all about Jesus!   
In humility consider others as more important than yourselves.  Come will an attitude of Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness, Goodness, Faithfulness and Self Control. 

 RED CANYON

OWJ MEMBERSHIP  
MEMBERSHIP is FREE.

OWJ HIKING is open to SINGLE and MARRIED ADULTS. Your kids and teens may attend Newbies/Moderate activities, if you supervise and are responsible for their safety and liability.

DOGS are not allowed in Watershed areas.

Look for our dog friendly hikes and bring a clean up bag.

WILDERNESS areas have group size limits.

Please RSVP on all wilderness hikes.

CARRY OUT YOUR TRASH.  Please do not create compost piles in the mountains.

You must provide your own GEAR, water, food, and dress appropriate for the activities.

Adults must sign a yearly RELEASE/WAIVER.

We do not provide insurance coverage, and it is up to you for paying for your own medical emergencies and insurance. 

OWJ HIKING RATINGS

NEWBIES ~ Easiest, great for beginners and KID friendly.
MODERATE ~ More challenging, at your own pace hiking.
INTERMEDIATE ~ Longer, steeper hikes.  No kids please.
DIFFICULT ~ Die Hard hikers.  No beginners allowed.

MEETING
Please arrive at MEET time.  This is when we sign in and arrange carpooling.  If you are late, please drive to the trailhead and catch us on the trail.

CARPOOLING, please help your driver with gas and recreation fees.  If you are not well enough to hike, please stay home.  

Each driver has the freedom to choose passengers.

SLOW HIKERS, it would be wise to bring a friend to hike at your own pace.  You may even want to drive your own vehicle.

Please service and maintain your own vehicle.  You may need to drive your car to the trailhead.  We can't always promise you a ride.

CRYPTOBIOTIC SOILS

CANYONLANDS NATIONAL PARK

CRYPTOBIOTIC SOIL

PLEASE STAY ON TRAILS 

AND DO NOT WALK ON THESE LIVING SOIL. 

THEY TAKE 50 YEARS TO GROW 

AND ARE PROTECTED BY LAW.

“Cryptobiotic soil is found throughout the world. In arid regions, these living soil crusts are dominated by cyanobacteria, and also include soil lichens, mosses, green algae, microfungi and bacteria. These crusts play an important role in the ecosystems in which they occur.”

FUN HIKES

Want fun hikes?   Then you need to know what to bring. FUN HIKES are a easy way to remember essential gear for day hiking. 

WHAT TO BRING HIKING

FOOD; ENERGY SNACKS:
Salty foods, foods with potassium, oranges, apples, grapes, sack lunches, energy bars, nuts, veggies, dried fruit, & sandwiches.

UV PROTECTION:
Checking UV reports, applying sunscreen, wearing UV protective clothing, sunglasses, and hats can help protect you from the harmful, damaging rays of the sun. Whether it is cloudy, Spring, Summer, Fall or Winter you need UV protection.

NAVIGATION:
Compass, maps, trail books, altimeter and GPS are a few tools that will help you find your way in the mountains and deserts.

HYDRATION:
It is important to hydrate yourself before hiking and to stay away from coffee, alcohol and soda with caffeine, which will accelerate dehydration. Bring extra water & have some water available in your car when you return from the hike. If you are prone to dehydration, drink sports drink or mix powder with your water & eat salty foods.

INSECT and ANIMAL PROTECTION:
Protect yourself from mosquitoes & the West Nile disease by applying repellants, or wearing bug repellent clothing. Avoid wearing perfumes that attract bugs & wildlife. Learn safety in bear country. Protect yourself from biting flies and ticks. Some clothing colors attract bees.

KNOWLEDGE:
Check the weather, check avalanche reports, check fire restrictions, read about the trail, tell others where you’re going & when you’ll return, read online trail reviews, attend outdoor learning classes, and learn & obey laws. Do you know which plants are edible? Read your Bible. Knowledge is your friend.

EMERGENCY ESSENTIALS:
Whistle, first aid kit, phone, mirror, space blanket, matches, stove & fuel, jacket, extra clothing, gloves, knit hat, heart monitor, snake bit kit, allergy medicine, poison ivy soap, flashlight, & toilet kit ~ plastic shovel, TP, and zip bag.

SUPPORT and FOOTWEAR:
Bring proper footwear for the trail. Do you have traction in water, slickrock, or loose rock and dirt? Protection from thorns? Insulated for cold? Toe protection? Have you broken in your hiking boots? Socks can help protect your feet; whether neoprene socks for river hikes, wool socks for winter, and wick-dry socks for summer hikes. Do you have mole-skin for blisters? Hiking poles or sticks are valuable walking in rivers, backpacking, and save knees walking down steep hills.

OWJ HIKE RATINGS

Outdoors with Jesus is an informal club hiking the Wasatch Mountains of Northern Utah, since the Summer of 1986.  After many years of hiking experience, we have come up our trail ratings. 

LAKE MARY HIKE

NEWBIES trails are great for kids, beginner hikers, and those who are out of shape.  These are shorter hikes, with less elevation gain.

DOG LAKE HIKE

MODERATE trails are more difficult and have more miles.  Children may attend.  Hikers are allowed to go at their own pace.  If you are a slower hiker, please bring a companion to stay with you and turn back if you need to.

INTERMEDIATE trails are longer and steeper, and are for seasoned hikers.  No children please.

DIFFICULT trails are steeper, longer and may have more elevation gain.  Hikers on these trails are experienced, and may hike with less breaks. No beginner please.

PLUS trails are between two ratings.  Moderate plus is between a Moderate and Intermediate trail.