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As a media personality for over 25 years, Dian Thomas has conquered television, radio, newspaper, magazines and the Internet, making an impact on the lives of millions of viewers and readers.

Dian has taken her experiences of growing up in Utah as a Forest Ranger’s daughter and used them to inspire, entertain and motivate audiences all over the world. Starting with Roughing It Easy (New York Times Best-seller) and continuing on through to How to Get a Million Dollars’ Worth of Free Publicity™, her books have sold over a million copies and continue in popularity. Her innovative ideas are delightful, her outdoor recipes are mouth-watering and her enthusiasm for life is contagious!

But it’s not all about family fun, indoors and out. To Dian, it’s about empowering her audience to reach new heights and to truly savor life. Her speeches and presentations are filled with passion, creativity and fun…and a lot of sizzle! She mixes her messages with eye-catching and amazing demonstrations that enthrall the audience. It’s always fun when Dian comes to town!

Flavorful and Weight-Loss-Friendly Products That Make Healthy Eating Enjoyable

Dian Thomas2025-01-28T03:06:01+00:00January 27th, 2025|Dian's Journey, Healthy Eating Habits, South America, Weight Loss|

One of the things that has helped me lose weight is to find products that I can enjoy. Here are a few of my favorites that have added flavor to my eating program but have helped me lose weight. Reduced-Fat Peanut Butter: This tastes the [...]

Finding Joy in Exercise: How Biking Became My Path to Health
Finding Joy in Exercise: How Biking Became My Path to Health

Finding Joy in Exercise: How Biking Became My Path to Health

Dian Thomas2025-01-29T22:33:45+00:00January 25th, 2025|Dian's Journey, Exercise, Health, Wellness and Lifestyle, South America|

I know that when I started my journey to lose weight I would have to find an exercise that I could enjoy if I was going to stick to it for the long haul. I had always loved riding my bike when I was young. I [...]

The Ultimate Bike Adventure: My RAGBRAI Experience and How Group Activities Make Exercise Fun
The Ultimate Bike Adventure: My RAGBRAI Experience and How Group Activities Make Exercise Fun

The Ultimate Bike Adventure: My RAGBRAI Experience and How Group Activities Make Exercise Fun

Dian Thomas2025-01-29T22:35:34+00:00January 16th, 2025|Dian's Journey, Exercise, Health, Wellness and Lifestyle, USA|

A Moving Adventure Across Iowa This past week there was a moving adventure across Iowa. This was the same state that took many days for the early pioneers to cross. This time instead of wagon wheels rolling across the state, it was over 15,000 bike [...]

Tracing My Ancestral Roots: A Journey Through England’s Past
Tracing My Ancestral Roots: A Journey Through England’s Past

Tracing My Ancestral Roots: A Journey Through England’s Past

Dian Thomas2025-01-16T16:05:53+00:00January 16th, 2025|Dian's Journey, Europe, Homesteading and Heritage, Travel|

Tracing My Ancestral Roots: A Journey Through England’s Past My brother Jay Thomas sent me a history of my great-grandfather Edward Richins and Sarah Beard. It was a story of their lives in England, and their conversion to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day [...]

Creative and Meaningful DIY Gift Ideas for Cherished Memories
Creative and Meaningful DIY Gift Ideas for Cherished Memories

Creative and Meaningful DIY Gift Ideas for Cherished Memories

Dian Thomas2025-01-16T16:03:20+00:00January 16th, 2025|Crafts, Delicious Food, Dian's Journey, Family Fun|

Creative and Meaningful DIY Gift Ideas for Cherished Memories I can remember when I was young we did not have a lot of money. I am not sure that we realized that as we drew names and each one of us had the responsibility to [...]

Inspiring Weight Loss Journeys: Steve’s 90-Pound Transformation and Healthy Pancake Tips
Inspiring Weight Loss Journeys: Steve’s 90-Pound Transformation and Healthy Pancake Tips

Inspiring Weight Loss Journeys: Steve’s 90-Pound Transformation and Healthy Pancake Tips

Dian Thomas2025-01-16T16:02:15+00:00January 16th, 2025|Delicious Food, Dian's Journey, Health, Wellness and Lifestyle|

Since I have lost over 100 pounds and have a new life, I am always on the outlook to meet others who have also succeeded at the weight loss game. The journeys are often similar, and it always interesting to share stories in hope to [...]

Exploring the Stunning Beauty of Temple Square’s Flowers During Conference Weekend
Exploring the Stunning Beauty of Temple Square’s Flowers During Conference Weekend

Exploring the Stunning Beauty of Temple Square’s Flowers During Conference Weekend

Dian Thomas2025-01-16T15:57:14+00:00January 16th, 2025|Dian's Journey, LDS Church Experiences|

Those who live in Salt Lake City will know that the place to check out the most beautiful flowers is on Temple Square. They seem to be especial amazing near conference weekend. Every year I look forward to walking Temple Square to see the colors, [...]

How the Jawbone Up Transformed My Weight Loss Journey: A Personal Review

Dian Thomas2024-12-13T22:03:33+00:00January 16th, 2025|Dian's Journey, Fitness and Lifestyle|

Mastering Weight Loss with the Jawbone Up This is the age of technology and if I picked up and mastered every tool that comes by I would not have time to live life–so I am a little cautious on what I pick up, as each [...]

Food Creates Special Memories When You Travel
Food Creates Special Memories When You Travel

Food Creates Special Memories When You Travel

Dian Thomas2024-12-09T22:55:32+00:00January 11th, 2025|Career, Delicious Food, Travel|

Food Creates Special Memories When You Travel Whenever I travel, my mind flashes back to my favorite class at Brigham Young University. As I neared my senior year I had missed taking a class in the nutrition department. The only class that I can work [...]

Sparking a Love of Travel
Sparking a Love of Travel

Sparking a Love of Travel

Dian Thomas2024-11-30T22:10:18+00:00January 4th, 2025|Career, Travel, USA|

Sparking a Love of Travel When I was 16, I made my first trip to New York. I remember my seminary teacher Brother Josephson saying to us, “There is going to be a great trip to New York and you should not miss it.” It [...]

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