Category: Adventure
Travel blogging – why you should write while on the road
Travel blogging may seem a little narcissistic. But if you don’t record your adventures, in a couple of years you’ll look back on where you’ve…
The ultimate survival food – Bugs you can eat (if you have to)
When it comes to finding food in a survival situation, bugs are not a bad idea. Don’t make that “No, not me!” face, because when…
A Word About Free Soloing
First and foremost, I wouldn’t say that I am by any means a professional climber let alone an expert on free soloing. What I can…
Climbing – Things to consider before tackling your first multi-pitch lead
Climbing is growing in popularity. It seems that the more I go to my local rock gym or local crag the more I meet people…
Meet the fastest man to run across America
Who: Pete Kostelnick Age: 29 yrs Achievement: Broke the fastest foot crossing of America, a world record The Details: Averaging 72 miles running a day…
Guide to backpacking with a baby
Just because you started a family does not mean you have to give up your hobbies. Companies such as REI and Osprey have created wonderful…
Cross training workout for the trails – ramp up your fitness
If you intend to head out on a long trip such as The Appalachian Trail or The Pacific Crest Trail, training will be necessary. Cross…
A camping coffee maker: the best ways to brew in the backcountry
Most of us are pretty well addicted to caffeine, and that’s ok. There’s nothing like a good cup of coffee in the morning while you…
Traditional climbing vs sport climbing, what’s the difference.
Trad climbing and sport climbing are two very different artforms. Trad focuses on slow, careful progression and puts safety first. Sport is all about hard moves, indomitable…
Survival planning and survival kits for beginners
To plan for your survival doesn’t mean something bad will necessarily happen when you’re out adventuring, but it’s being prepared which is often enough to…