Every January a large percentage of the population makes a New Year’s resolution to lose weight, get in shape, join the gym, or some similar commitment. And every year most of us break those commitments within a few weeks, or at most a few months (most of us in Louisiana don’t last that long). There are many reasons for it: We’re too busy, too tired, or too broke. Or maybe you’re one of those people that goes to the gym regularly and you’re in pretty good shape, but you’re bored with your workouts and ready for something different, something more. No matter which group you fall into, you should know that it doesn’t have to be this way. An adventure awaits you. It’s called the great outdoors and it is infinitely more exciting and interesting than 30 minutes on a cardio machine.

Northshore Conifer Rhonda Landry, Staff Writer