About this season
Join us for a mini adventure in Discovery Mountain! The adventures are small, but the faith exercises are big!
Mini Adventures 2023
Season 23.5 · 27 Episodes
Episode 1 · January 3, 2023
Q&A #5
Sit down with the team for their answers to your hard-hitting questions about Jake, the cast, being a Pathfinder, and using the show in the classroom.
Episode 2 · January 10, 2023
Ms. Jean's Top Mini of 2022: "Ruby Runs"
Ms. Jean revisits one of her personal favorite minis from 2022, "Ruby Runs." Why that one from among so many? Listen to find out!
Episode 3 · January 17, 2023
Director Doug's Top Mini of 2022: "Too Tired" + "Still Tired"
Director Doug revisits one of his favorite multi-parters from 2022, "Too Tired" and "Still Tired." Listen to find out what made it so memorable.
Episode 4 · January 24, 2023
"Don't Forget!" – Stories With Ms. Jean
Ms. Jean reads one of her stories, called "Don't Forget!" Piper finds Umi's forgotten scarf, but Umi has forgotten something else—something important!
Episode 5 · March 14, 2023
Hazel and the Oil Can
Our fave library cat LC helps Gladys find an interesting old storybook. Listen to a spine-tingling tale of a daring girl and her brave intervention!
Episode 6 · March 21, 2023
Around the Campfire!
Ever had a song stuck in your head? At Discovery Mountain Camp, the best songs are campfire songs—and they're awfully catchy! Listen and sing along!
Episode 7 · March 28, 2023
The Happy Garden
Umi is enjoying the warm sunshine and the new flowers springing up! Her surprise bouquet turns into an unexpected faith exercise.
Episode 8 · April 4, 2023
Fergus vs. Neil
LC and Gladys find another explosive story. Bitter enemies end up in an unexpected situation—will they both exercise their faith and come out alive?
Episode 9 · May 24, 2023
Stop, Harold!
Harold, Logan, and Officer Lewis are up early. They're going hiking, and fortunately Harold packed more than sandwiches—he packed a listening heart!
Episode 10 · May 31, 2023
Let the Children
A mother wants only the best for her daughters—including a chance to meet Jesus. But will the disciples stop her?
Episode 11 · June 7, 2023
The Open Road
Stan is back on the road, but his trip is anything but boring! After a memorable rest stop break, is God prompting him to take another step?
Episode 12 · June 14, 2023
Diesel
Stan returns to the rest stop. Will that smart, brave dog still be there? And if he is, what does God want Stan to do?
Episode 13 · June 21, 2023
Camp Sing-a-long!
It's almost time for summer camp in Discovery Mountain. Join us around the campfire for a sing-along to get your spirits up for some summer fun!
Episode 14 · August 16, 2023
Ranger Reed Riddles
Jr. Ranger Brooke has learned a lot from Ranger Reed. She's also heard a lot of jokes. Listen (and groan) along with her—laughter is good medicine!
Episode 15 · August 23, 2023
Rooting For You
Tara struggles to carry something large and green into the academy. Is it a "delicious monster," a houseplant, or both? Listen and decide!
Episode 16 · August 30, 2023
Cafe Quest
There's a celebrity in town! Chef Tyler and his TV crew arrive to film an episode of Cafe Quest. Can the Harris family handle the pressure?
Episode 17 · September 6, 2023
Perfect Recipe
Chef Tyler gave the Harris family a second chance to make a good first impression. But has the family learned to exercise their faith as a team?
Episode 18 · September 13, 2023
We Need You
Jake must be hungry! He's getting ready for a youth meeting, but he's talking about...cake? And who are the mysterious visitors outside the door?
Episode 19 · September 20, 2023
Lost Lamb
Harold goes to rake an elderly neighbor's yard—and discovers more than just leaves. Meanwhile, Jake meets a new friend with a startling story!
Episode 20 · September 27, 2023
Another Way?
Kyler raked the church lawn when he's not even a member! But who could be throwing ROCKS at this nice new kid in town? Chaplain Jake investigates.
Episode 21 · October 4, 2023
Hands and Eyes
Poor Genet and Harold...they feel awful about scaring Kyler and his sister, who now don’t want to join the youth group! How can they fix this?
Episode 22 · October 10, 2023
Meet Genet!
Get to know Elika Nelson, the actor who plays Genet. Part of her character is based on a real-life family member—let's hear the full story!
Episode 23 · October 17, 2023
Negative Overload
Like the wind turns a spark into a wildfire, a negative attitude spreads quickly... Ms. Simon's class is about to learn the "power of negativity"!
Episode 24 · October 24, 2023
The Challenge
It's easy to jump to wrong conclusions about someone or something. Embarrassing and hurtful, too! Try this challenge from Ms. Simon—it's eye-opening.
Episode 25 · October 31, 2023
Word Watch
Have you ever tried the 24-hour positive words challenge? Was it harder than you thought? Let’s hear how Jake did—or didn't!
Episode 26 · November 7, 2023
Untameable?
Back to the classroom—did the students find it easy to be positive toward others...AND themselves? Also: what's even harder to tame than wild animals?
Episode 27 · November 14, 2023
Elemen-tree School
How can something look so good and healthy and yet be moldering away? Punny Ranger Reed helps Haddie and Mr. Simon make a surprising discovery!
