The dirt hiking path that cut through the Superior National Forest is just wide enough for one person. The vastness of the forest engulfed us and as far as the eye could see there were trees - birch, poplar, maple, and lush pines.
We were a couple of miles into our hike and had a couple
more to go. The roar of the Split Rock River was fading as we hiked deeper into
the wilderness. Eventually, the only sounds to be heard were the occasional
blue jay screeching, and our heavy breathing as we pushed up and over the rough
terrain. Because the thick, heavy canopy of leaves overhead blocked out the sun
and its heat, the ground was cool and damp. There were a couple of occasions
when we reached the top of a bluff and got a glimpse through the dense canopy
to see the lush treetops below us. Knowing we had miles to hike yet, we kept
pressing on to complete our adventure through the huge, seemingly never-ending
forest.
At one point as we stopped to catch our breath, we noticed a delicate, tiny purple flower growing through the forest floor. It was impressive how this delightful blossom made its presence in this environment.
As we hiked on a path lined with a variety of little fungi, we also observed the petite foliage and various growth underfoot. Our pace slowed a bit as our focus shifted from conquering the lengthy hike to enjoying the many little treasures along the way.
Towards the end of the hike, we crested a peak that was clear of any trees. As we looked over the dense area below, even though none of the little treasures we just hiked through were visible from this view, we knew they were there.
Luke 12:6-7 “What is the price of five sparrow-two copper
coins? Yet God does not forget a single one of them. And the very hair on your
head are all numbered. So don’t be afraid, you are more valuable to God than a
whole flock of sparrows.”
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