“We’ve spent considerable time finding a place out of the rain.”

Obviously, that’s been an effort for many, let alone a pair of horseback trail riders Jerry Andrews and Penney Elpers.

Without any vehicle assistance, faithful in divine guidance, the Cheyenne, Oklahoma, pair are riding the American Discovery Trail.

With three horses, two for riding and one packing tent and personals, they’ve been on the trail since April 10.

May 9 was spent in Wilsey at the Gary Smith home, then traveling to Council Grove Friday.

(Read more: Emporia Gazette)