Clay's Climbing Higher

On 11/10/07, Clay Rubano went for a day hike in Sinks Canyon near his home in Lander, Wy. When he didn't return, a search was mounted by his friends, colleagues from NOLS. Initial efforts found no clues as to his disappearance. On 6/8/08 a second private search effort lead by volunteer searchers (many from the Glacier NPS) found Clay by an 80’ drop near Sheep Bridge on the Middle Fork Trail of the Popo Agie River. This blog is for Clay and all of the people whose lives he touched.

A Rememberance for Clay

A celebration of life was held on August 31, 2008 in Lander, Wyoming. It was a beautiful day and many great folks were able to attend and help us remember a life well lived.

Some fun stories were told and if you have any additional stories involving Clay and his "whacky ways" we'd love to have you share them on this blog.

Here is a meditation prayer which beautifully summarizes our (and Clay's) wishes for all who were part of the celebration and read this blog.

May all beings be happy, content and fulfilled.
May all beings be healed and whole.
May all have whatever they want and need.
May all be protected from harm and free from fear.
May all beings enjoy inner peace and ease.
May all be awakened, liberated and free.
May there be peace in the world, and throughout the universe.

Saturday, November 24, 2007

May the rattlesnake and screech owl amuse your reverie...

This is a favorite quote of Clay's:

"May your trails be dim, lonesome, stony, narrow, winding and only slightly uphill. May the wind bring rain for slickrock potholes fourteen miles on the other side of yonder blue ridge. May God's dog serenade your campfire, may the rattlesnake and screech owl amuse your reverie, may Great Sun dazzle your eyes by day and the Great Bear watch over you by night."

From the preface to 'Beyond the Wall' ~ Edward Abbey

Clay inspires me as he inspires others. One of the most significant events in my life was catapulted into reality because of his friendship. My life is deeper and more purposeful due to crossing his path. We have unfinished plans, Clay.