Since 1998, over 353 new species have been discovered in the eastern Himalayas! The World Wildlife Fund published a report this week titled: “Eastern Himalayas: Where Worlds Collide”, and discussed their findings and highlighted why the area needs to be protected. Here’s a breakdown of the types of new species that were discovered in the …
There are numerous hiking and backpacking clubs and organizations worldwide that provide fantastic opportunities to meet fellow outdoor enthusiasts and go on adventures! Included in the list below are brief descriptions of the groups. Also included are groups that do not sponsor hikes, but are dedicated to the outdoors and wilderness preservation. Thanks to all …
“By conquering the 14 world’s tops, I would like to give hope to Korean people suffering from the slumping economy.” – Oh Eun Sun, 2009 A 43-year old South Korean, Oh Eun Sun, reached the summit of her 13th 8,000-meter peak, and is headed to Nepal this fall to attempt to climb Annapurna, the last …
Are your kids deprived of time spent in the great outdoors? New York Times Opinion Column by Nicholas D. Kristof, “How to Lick a Slug”. The Pulitzer prize winning journalist, Nicholas Kristof, wrote an excellent piece about traveling with his 11-year old daughter and dog on the Pacific Crest Trail in California. Kristof makes it …
If you’re lucky enough to be in Banff, Alberta, Canada October 31 – November 8, 2009, then you’ll be able to check out the 34th annual Banff Mountain Film Festival and see the world’s best mountain and adventure films, videos, books, and lectures. Themes include adventure sports, the environment, and mountain culture. For the rest …
[amazonshowcase_56c95d524e668994be466bd778cd5d90] The NY Times published an excellent story on the skills of one Adirondacks bear, named Yellow-Yellow, who has been open Bear Vault 500 bear canisters and enjoying the contents! Bear Vault 500s are known to be top notch bear canisters, and like all bear canisters are tested with zoo bears. Apparently, Yellow-Yellow is smarter …
The National Park Foundation is offering a free 75 page PDF guide to America’s National Parks. I just downloaded a copy and it has some great info, and definitely cool color photos and maps. There are lots of trails mentioned, so let’s get hiking! National Parks Owner’s Guide 2009
This week Peruvian and Spanish archaeologists discovered another route to Machu Picchu! Apparently the path was most likely used by priests, so only a few people knew about its existence. Latin American Herald Tribune article on the Inca Road discovery
Sierra Designs is sponsoring The Wales Adventure Sweepstakes, where you can win a trip for 2 to Wales including airfare, rail passes, lodging, etc. PLUS a Sierra Designs Lightning XT 4 tent, 2 Sierra Designs 20 degree sleeping bags, and Sierra Designs Cyclone Jackets and Cycone Pants! There’s no reason not to sign up! You …
The History Channel in Australia will be broadcasting a show on Thursday, July 16, 2009 called “The Beckoning Silence”, which is a follow-up to the real life adventure movie and book Touching the Void. If you’ve read the book or seen the movie Touching the Void, then you may have wondered what happened to Joe …