Nighoj is famous for potholes created by a rapidly flowing Kukadi river. It is a unique geological wonder and attracts visitors from nearby cities and towns. The river flows through the canyon with a great force forming circular pot-like shapes in the rock. One summer, we decided to take Rian, my nephew age five, …
A tested ‘how to prepare for adventures’ that covers everything in a no sweat plan. This is it. After step 1, where you nail they why and Step 2 where you select the activity and destination, you are on the final long step in the overall adventure planning. Research gives you tools work around hurdles …
The no-sweat method you can use as is. So much goes into planning a personal adventure that it’s easy to get discouraged—location, budget, logistics, travel, gear and more. Ugh! In part I of this article, I wrote about nailing your WHY. Everyone has a reason to go on an adventure. Your answer will help shape …
The race to the top is getting out of hand. It was 2012 and my first day in Nepal. I had an unfettered view of the beautiful Macchapuchre or Fish Tail peak from my hotel window in Pokhra. I learnt from our hotel staff that it is an unclimbable mountain. People cannot climb it because …
Even if you have just an idea but no experience. This year has been very different. In 2023, I’ve yet to climb a single hill or swim across an open lake. I’ve not even walked 500 metres on a wooded trail. An Ironman 70.3 event I did last December spiraled into a sore lower back …
Mishaps a part of learning and growth when exercising or learning new outdoor skills. It helps to know how to effectively contain common injuries and pains. Hot and cold treatments are simple, effective ways to alleviate aches, swelling, inflammation, and other common injuries. But knowing when to use which treatment for Common Injuries and Pains …
These 5 exercises are blocks any outdoor enthusiasts can build into their fitness plans Hiking or Trail Running: Hiking or trail running can be an excellent cardiovascular workout that also builds lower body strength. It also provides an opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors and explore nature. Cycling: Cycling can be a great way to …
Here are six easy steps in which the world can ensure that adventure is equal for all and inclusive for people with different abilities: Increase accessibility: Ensure that adventure activities and destinations are accessible to people with disabilities or those with limited mobility. This can include providing special equipment, training for staff, and designing trails …
The Walker’s Haute Route (WHR) is the more demanding close cousin of the popular Tour du Mont Blanc (TMB). While the vistas, the natural beauty and the pretty vales are very similar, the fact that the WHR take the high passes most of the time, makes if more arduous and taxing. That is not the …
