Hallowed Grounds

A man in a hat and backpack is framed by a smartphone outline, standing among rocky formations at Chiricahua National Monument. Sunlight streams through the rocks. Text reads: "Break Free of Negative Influences," "Insightful Reflections," and the monument's name.
Hiking in Chiricahua National Monument prompts reflection on life’s influences. Consider who and what shapes your life, and make conscious choices about your path and your life.
A smiling man in a hat and glasses sits in front of a straw background. The text reads, "Shea's Rapid Recap #52." Inset photos feature a memorial, Apache Pass at Fort Bowie National Historic Site, and more. Logo: "The Hiking CEO Shea Oliver.
Step into the rugged history of Apache Pass, where water was more precious than gold, and Fort Bowie once stood proud as both a refuge and a battleground.
A man in a hat and glasses stands outdoors, framed by a phone on the rocky landscape of Cochise Stronghold—Dragoon Mountains, Arizona. Text: “Insightful Reflections.” Subheading atop the phone reads, “EVENTUALLY COCHISE ESCAPED AND.” History meets moral crossroads.
Ready to confront uncomfortable truths about history and morality? Are we repeating past mistakes? It's time to reflect and decide which side of history we want to stand on.
A man in a sun hat and glasses smiles outdoors amid nature. Inset photos show rocky landscapes, a park sign, and Chiricahua National Monument. Text reads: “Shea’s Rapid Recap #51” and highlights The Hiking CEO, Shea Oliver.
Join me on an unforgettable hike through Echo Canyon in Chiricahua National Monument, where nature's stunning rock formations tell silent stories of resilience and beauty.
A man is outdoors in a park with trees in the background, wearing glasses and a green shirt. Overlay text reads "Shea's Rapid Recap #32." Inset images show a museum interior and a Gordon Parks black-and-white photo display, plus someone holding a Reuben sandwich. The Hiking CEO logo is visible.
I made it to my Dad's house in Wichita after having a blast in Fort Scott, visiting the fort, discovering one of the coolest museums, and eating a spectacular Reuben at a local deli.
Chase County Veterans Memorial Park entrance sign with logos of various military branches and an informational plaque on the right.
After a couple of days of working, I headed back to Cottonwood Falls to stop by Swope Park and snap a few pics of the Veterans Memorial
A memorial made of light gray stone features tall, pointed columns, military insignias, and a dedication stone in front. Multiple flags, including the U.S. flag, are flown on poles behind the monument on a grassy lawn under a clear blue sky.
A war memorial at the Larkin Cemetery honoring the veterans of Kearny County, Kansas.