To the Banks of the Colorado: Trekking in the Grand Canyon
Note from the National Park Service: “Under no circumstances should you attempt to hike from the rim to the river and back in one day! Do not hike during the hottest part of…
Ascending the Sky: Bolivia from 6000 Meters
Upon entering the frontier of Bolivia, two officers were waiting inside the gate. They seemed more preoccupied with checking out my bike than with asking for my passport or the documents for my bike,…
Enduring Strength: Observations in Everest’s Shadow
I’m no super-athlete, but I do pride myself on being in reasonable shape for an old bloke. However, any achievements I’ve ever made in the strength and endurance categories are nothing when compared…
Ancient Memories of the Mogollon
I grew up spending magical summers sweating away on archaeological digs, getting absolutely filthy shoveling dirt and cleaning potsherds and bones back in the lab, so few things get me as excited as…
Lake Grosbeak Encounters
Continuity At Grosbeak Lake – Karl Johnston The afternoon sun peaks obligingly through dark blue passing clouds. No rain today in sunny Fort Smith, Northwest Territories. Just a kilometre from the 60th parallel….
