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Why is it so quiet around here?

August 20th, 2007

Well, you’ve no doubt noticed a slight (read: extreme) reduction in post frequency lately. Allow me to explain. Read the rest of this entry »

What’s In My Pack? The North Face Terra 50

August 1st, 2007

For the inaugural edition of “What’s In My Pack” I thought I would start with the most obvious piece of gear; the pack itself.

My pack of choice is the North Face Terra 50.

I’ve used it on several day hikes, as well as my 2-day Mount Washington attempt. So far I’m very impressed with it. It’s got a great mix of storage options, it’s hydration compatible, and comfortable on long hikes. Read the rest of this entry »

Explore the Alps Without Leaving Home

July 25th, 2007

A while back I brought you “How to explore Antarctica without leaving home,” an interactive/educational tour of the the Antarctic continent.

Well, it is now my pleasure to once again invite you to grab your virtual luggage, overpay for a virtual plain ticket, and join me on an interactive and educational tour of the Alps. Read the rest of this entry »

Think you’re doing enough to stop global warming? Think again!

July 7th, 2007

In the spirit of today’s Live Earth festivities, I feel it’s important to add my voice to the millions around the world calling for change on a global scale, and action to solve the growing climate crisis. Read the rest of this entry »