I often wonder just what the word adventure means to people. For some it means an exciting trip to some far-off country. For others its leaving everything behind to go off into the bush for a week or more. The dictionary definition of it suggests that and adventure must be exciting, or involve at least [...]
Archive > February 2007
TOTD: Don’t Camp In a Dent
This might seem like a no-brainer, and if you are a hard-core tripper and you are insulted by my attempt at making a tip out of what you consider common sense, hold off a moment captain I-can-pitch-a-tent-with-my-feet. You can’t tell me that you have never seen a moss covered hollow, surrounded by some trees (or [...]
Me + Skis = Lift – My Butt
This last Friday was my third, and now final attempt at telemark skiing. I’ve decided after much deliberation that while mostly fun, I just ended up being in a lot of pain the rest of the weekend as a result of various parts of me getting mangled by high-speed falls. That and the lift ticket [...]
TOTD: Always Bring Some Running Shoes
When I used to go on trips of any sort, I’d always bring one set foot ware. Something that will handle any situation with ease, without the need for switching. I like to use a decent pair of tevas or my keens for this. But I have learned something. One pair really doesn’t cut it. [...]
TOTD: Don’t Forget Assignments
Today I found out I have an assignment due tomorrow. I had completely forgotten about It. Don’t forget assignments, because then you won’t have time for other things… like writing an actual TOTD. Sorry guys.
