Three friends and many Bibles later –
We excitedly introduce THE OUTDOOR BIBLE®!

THE OUTDOOR BIBLE® originates from our desire to take God’s word into all of His creation, regardless of the weather or circumstances. That is why THE OUTDOOR BIBLE® is completely waterproof and lightweight, dries quickly, is much stronger than paper, and adapts well to all extremes or reading environments (on a  rainy campout, in a coffee shop, even in a hot tub!). Just as a frog lives on land and in water, THE OUTDOOR BIBLE® thrives in any situation or climate.
Wherever life takes you – carry  THE OUTDOOR BIBLE® and Be Inspired. Anywhere.

Your Friends,
Michael, Bobby and Anna


More from Michael:

The winter of 1996-97 was one of the last “big” snow years for America’s number one ski resort in Vail Colorado. It was, however, my first year to lead mountaintop worship services with Alpine Resort Ministry. I remember trying to read Scripture on those snowy Sundays while huge snowflakes melted onto the pages. “If only this was waterproof,” I thought to myself. 

During autumn of 1999 while backpacking in Smoky Mountain National Park I set off for a day hike early one morning. After the most beautiful day spent watching a blanket of mist rise from the mountains and listening to the comforting sounds of leaves falling from the trees onto the ground, I headed back to my camp. Upon arriving, I found my Bible more wrinkled with moisture than my skin after 2 hours in a hot tub. “Why can’t it just be waterproof” I thought. 

The summer of 2001 was the first time I have ever lived in a house with a swimming pool. I was so excited to spend time in the pool soaking up some rays and planning out the schedule for the summer camp I was directing. It was such a good idea at the time… I could float in the middle of the pool, shades on, and Bible in hand. As long as I could stay calm and move slowly, I should have had no worries. In the middle of adjusting my position on the float, my Bible started to slide off of my belly. As I started to grab my Bible, I remembered that my hands were dripping wet! “The Outdoor Bible, Anyone!” 

More from Bobby and Anna:

As a believer in Christ and one that has always loved to be in God’s creation exposed to the elements, I have often desired to have my Bible by my side for reading here and there. My exploring has led me to mountain tops, river banks, sandy beaches, misty valleys, and hot springs, and has caused me to become soaked to the core while backpacking or paddling. I hate to admit that my Bible has not made it with me on many of these occasions for the sake of protecting it and because I don't trust a plastic bag not to puncture. Michael and I have been talking about how awesome it would be to have a waterproof Bible for many years now, and we have finally decided to produce it ourselves. Now we can put an end to all the worrying that we have done in the past about our Bibles and take The Outdoor Bible wherever our adventures lead.

To make this happen, Michael, Anna (my wife), and I have formed Bardin & Marsee Publishing, LLC and have begun this business by producing the world’s first waterproof, rugged, and tear resistant Bible.  We hope that you find heaps of enjoyment reading God’s Word in all weather environments. 

Wishing You Happy Trails and God’s Guidance,

Michael Marsee
Bobby & Anna Bardin