Ride along with Joy, a retired elementary physical education teacher, on an inspiring quest to ride her bike in all fifty states. Anticipating scenic state and national parks, Joy discovers much more along her journey west. This adventure offers a rich array of experiences—highs and lows, floods and storms, sunshine and serendipity.

If you’re a cyclist, an avid traveler, an RV enthusiast, or simply someone who likes to read about adventures, travel with Joy as she navigates challenges, embraces new and old relationships, marvels at God’s creations, and deepens her faith. Her story is a testament to resilience and the pursuit of dreams.

Whether your aspiration is to embark on a biking adventure, explore new horizons, start a new career, or simply find more joy, Finding Joy in the West will inspire your journey.

After a thirty-year career teaching elementary physical education, Joy M. Walker bought a motorhome and embarked on a quest to ride her bike in all 50 states. Finding Joy in the West fulfills her lifelong dream of publishing and encouraging others to find joy.