Start: Global Foods, Kirkwood Length: 3-4 miles, but also infinite Dog friendly: Shell Yeah! On-After: PJ’s, Duffy's, Ice & Fuel, 4 Hands?

Ever wonder what holds up the world? According to ancient, completely legitimate philosophers, the Earth rests on the shell of a giant cosmic turtle. And what's under that turtle? Another turtle. And beneath that turtle…? Well, friend, it's turtles all the way down.

Join Strap On and Whistle While You Poop for a trail that explores the deep mysteries and profound weirdness lurking just below the polite surface of Kirkwood. Whistle grew up here, so she knows it’s full of charming neighborhoods, scenic streets, and municipal art that straddles the line between public beautification and cosmic symbolism. As you follow this slow-and-steady spiral into metaphysical absurdity, you'll encounter some familiar figures. Ancient. Wise. Rock-hard. Like the turtles below us, they remind us that the wisest aren't afraid to go down.

More will be revealed at circle. But not everything. Some answers only lead to more questions. And more turtles.