The toe warmers jammed between my two layers of socks did not seem to be heating up. In fact, my feet were getting rather cold, but I was determined not to complain. This was part of the experience. OK, it's a part of the experience most people try to avoid (hence the toe warmers) but what's a numb … [Read more...]
Backpacking!
I'm in Colorado Springs hanging out with Russ and his awesome parents+ACE Last week, he and I walked eleven miles into the woods (uphill, haha) to get to the Emerald Lakes in the Weminuche Wilderness of Southwest Colorado near Durango. It was my first backpacking trip ever, and I absolutely loved it. … [Read more...]
Patagonia opens second retail store in Hawaii
Patagonia Opens Second Retail Store in Hawaii Patagonia opened its second Hawaiian retail store in Honolulu's Ward Centers, representing the company's 27th store. The store, which opened for business in late August, will celebrate with a Community Day Celebration on Saturday, September 18, from … [Read more...]
Becoming dangerous: My first rifle experience
Everything I know about both the legal profession and criminal activity comes from watching Law and Order. So when Best Boyfriend Mark asked if I wanted to fire his rifle while we went out to the woods to check on his trail camera, the only thing I knew for sure was that most people forget to wipe … [Read more...]
Closer to Fine
The admission should have been a warning sign, but since it caught me off guard I completely missed its prophetic properties. The guy I was dating wondered if I was a lesbian after noticing that my music collection contained a large number of female artists. Oh, silly me. Of course you would … [Read more...]
Review: Into the Wild
I had just finished writing about the movie 180 Degrees South when Best Boyfriend Mark handed me his copy of Into the Wild. +ACI-If you liked that movie, I think you'll find this interesting,+ACI he said. Never underestimate how many points you score when you not only recommend a book to me, but give me a … [Read more...]
Top five adventure travel sources in Los Angeles
If you're planning an adventurous vacay and don't have the time to hit 50 different stores to get what you need, look no further - because here's a handy list for reference+ACE My first stop in Brazil will be the Amazon, where I'll face the challenge of UV rays, heat, biting disease-bearing insects, … [Read more...]
Skip your camping food blahs and try some fun and healthy fuel
By: Carlene Helble- Elite Nutrition Intern Summer is the perfect time to run out from the office and pitch your tent on a camping adventure, but do you know how to fuel your trip? Rebecca recently provided Dick's Sporting Goods magazine with some essential tips for a successful camping … [Read more...]
Enter to win a two day UClimb class
Head over to RockClimberGirl.com to enter to win: One space in a UClimb Learn to Climb Class+ACE Participants learn the basics of climbing outdoors, stressing safety first and foremost. You will learn proper use of gear, voice commands, knot tying, and belaying, as well as climbing techniques and … [Read more...]
Go take a hike
You're probably already familiar with the benefits of hiking+ADs it's great exercise, a super stress reliever, requires minimal equipment and can be done practically anywhere. If you really love nature and the outdoors, you can make the experience a multi-day hiking-camping vacation. Hiking over … [Read more...]