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The Adventure Blog
http://theadventureblog.blogspot.com/
News, commentary, and insights on adventures, and adventurers, from around the globe.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 9354 )
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Video: How The Wolves Of Yellowstone Impacted The Environment There
Yellowstone National Park is one of my favorite places on the planet. It is a beautiful, breathtaking landscape, with some amazing wildlife on display. Read more
Posted on 18 February 2014 OUTDOORS -
New Farthest Source Of The Amazon Discovered
Researchers say they have located a new source for the Amazon River and possibly adding an additional 47-57 miles to its overall length, which already extends... Read more
Posted on 18 February 2014 OUTDOORS -
Video: The Mountains Of Valais
This video is the result of 15 days of filming, stretched out between August and November of last year, in and around Valais, Switzerland. As you can see, the... Read more
Posted on 17 February 2014 OUTDOORS -
Video: Snowboarding On The Streets Of New York
Last week we had a video of paddlers in the U.K. kayaking through the streets after a flood, and today we have snowboarders on the streets of New York... Read more
Posted on 17 February 2014 OUTDOORS -
Everest 2014: Nepal Cuts Price Of Everest Climbing Permits
Last Friday, the government of Nepal announced that it is slashing the price of climbing permits on Everest in an effort to lure more mountaineers to the... Read more
Posted on 17 February 2014 OUTDOORS -
Chad Kellogg Dies While Climbing In Patagonia
There was sad news out of Chile this past weekend as the news broke that American climber Chad Kellogg has died while climbing in Patagonia. Kellogg was climbin... Read more
Posted on 17 February 2014 OUTDOORS -
Video: Expedition To Western Nepal
This short film documents an expedition to western Nepal that took place this past fall. A small group of climbers went there to take on Saipal Peak, a 7030... Read more
Posted on 14 February 2014 OUTDOORS -
Winter Climbs 2014: Second Summit Push Over
Yesterday, I wrote an update from Nanga Parbat that was filled with hope and promise for the climbers attempting to achieve the first winter ascents ever on tha... Read more
Posted on 14 February 2014 OUTDOORS -
Video: Kayaking The Flooded Streets Of The UK – Behind A Truck!
The U.K. has been battered by some incredibly awful weather in recent months, with heavy rains, flooding cold snaps, snow and more. Read more
Posted on 14 February 2014 OUTDOORS -
Video: Alex Honnold Free Solo of El Sendero Luminoso - Full Video
Last Friday I posted a teaser video of Alex Honnold making the first free solo ascent of a 5.12 rated big wall in Mexico called El Sendero Luminoso. Read more
Posted on 14 February 2014 OUTDOORS -
Crowd Sourced Travel Show Sends Host On Adventures You Choose
Travel host Eli Newell has come up with a novel idea for a new show that puts a bit of uncertainty and adventure back into the genre. Read more
Posted on 14 February 2014 OUTDOORS -
Video: Arches & Canyonlands National Parks In Timelapse
Arches and Canyonlands are amongst the more spectacular national parks in the entire U.S. system. They provide breathtaking vistas around every turn and anyone... Read more
Posted on 13 February 2014 OUTDOORS -
Winter Climbs 2014: Summit Push Round 2 On Nanga Parbat
The weather continues to be dicey on Nanga Parbat, where the teams have been in Base Camp for most of the week, waiting for a shift in conditions. Read more
Posted on 13 February 2014 OUTDOORS -
Video: Wingsuit Flying And Paragliding Over The Alps
The video below was shot at the International Hot Air Balloon Festival in Europe and features some excellent images of wingsuit pilots and paragliders cutting... Read more
Posted on 13 February 2014 OUTDOORS -
Expedition Amundsen 2014: The World's Toughest Ski Race
Looking for an endurance event to test your skills during the winter? Then look no further than Expedition Amundsen, an event that is billed as the toughest... Read more
Posted on 13 February 2014 OUTDOORS -
Video: TravelSmith Travel Tip #6: Home Safety While You're Away
Who hasn't left home for an extended trip, only to wonder if we remembered to lock the doors and turn off the stove. Adventure travel expert Richard Bangs is... Read more
Posted on 12 February 2014 OUTDOORS -
Video: Once Upon A Time In Nepal
Dreaming of a visit to the Himalaya, even though you're stuck behind a desk, longing for an adventure? Nothing can take the place of an actual visit to Nepal,... Read more
Posted on 12 February 2014 OUTDOORS -
Kilian Jornet Named National Geographic 2014 People's Choice Adventurer Of The...
Ultrarunner Kilian Jornet has been named the 2014 National Geographic People's Choice Adventurer of the Year. Jornet, who edged out 12 other Adventurer of the... Read more
Posted on 12 February 2014 OUTDOORS -
Family Dedicates Website To Climber Lost On Nanga Parbat
Much like this winter climbing season, last year at this time I was posting frequent updates on the teams who were attempting to summit 8000 meter peaks in the... Read more
Posted on 12 February 2014 OUTDOORS -
Comedians Set To Hold Highest Gig Ever On Everest
The Everest climbing season may still be a month and a half off just yet, but we're already starting to see why some people feel the highest mountain in the... Read more
Posted on 12 February 2014 OUTDOORS
