Managing fear while learning adventure sports
Caves like Stephens Gap in Alabama, are the reason I learned to rappel. Although I have rappelled it, that’s not me. Photo credit – Jeff Hunter via Flickr Inaction breeds doubt and fear. Action...
View ArticleNew motivation: My successful year working out at home
Having the strength and endurance to backpack through beautiful places like the 9,380′ Dick’s Pass along the PCT are my motivation for getting off the couch. That’s my sister Laura in the photo, one of...
View ArticleIt just got real….I’m moving!
A dose of reality….one box isn’t enough to hold all of my trail maps and guides. I’ll admit I have a bit of a map addiction. It just got real… I wasn’t sure when the right time would be to make this...
View ArticleMy journey toward a life worth living: A challenging move
Finally crossing into Utah after days of driving. Warning…. I’m about to get personal, so if that irks you, it’s time to sign off. This post is about the challenges surrounding my recent move, and all...
View ArticleStepping up my fitness with CrossFit
Before and After: June 2009 vs. May 2013 Today I felt a need to take a break from all of the hiking and skiing posts I’ve been writing so I’m sharing some lifestyle stuff that led to a shift in my...
View ArticleClimbing: From personal challenge to a way of life
This post is written by my dear friend, Brandon Aegerter, who relays how climbing grew from a personal challenge into a lifestyle. Look for more climbing posts from him in the future as well, so please...
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