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The Adventure Blog
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News, commentary, and insights on adventures, and adventurers, from around the globe.
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Winter Climbs 2013: Video From Nanga Parbat
Just a brief update today on the ongoing winter climbs in Pakistan today. The news from Nanga Parbat is that the weather has taken a turn for the worse and... Read more
Posted on 31 January 2013 OUTDOORS -
CheapTents Interviews Two North Face Athletes
The CheapTents blog is always a great source for excellent interviews with outdoor athletes and adventure personalities. They do a good job of not just... Read more
Posted on 30 January 2013 OUTDOORS -
Video: Mountains in Motion: The Canadian Rockies
Mountains in Motion is a short film that managed to garner more than its fair share of awards last year, and with good reason. Read more
Posted on 30 January 2013 OUTDOORS -
Everest Icefall Doctor Ang Nima Sherpa Passes Away
I'd be remiss if I didn't post the news that renowned Everest Icefall Doctor Ang Nima Sherpa has passed away. According to a statement posted on the Asian... Read more
Posted on 30 January 2013 OUTDOORS -
Video: Mountain Rescue Explained AT FEAT
Ever wondered just how mountain rescue operations are conducted? At a recent edition of FEAT (Fascinating Expedition and Adventure Talks) held in Johannesburg,... Read more
Posted on 30 January 2013 OUTDOORS -
Winter Climbs 2013: Poles Reach Camp 2 On Broad Peak
It may only be Wednesday but it has already been an active week on most of the major winter climbs that are currently underway. Read more
Posted on 30 January 2013 OUTDOORS -
Video: Two Days Of Outdoor Retailer Winter Market
Yesterday I shared a couple of Outdoor Retailer Winter Market round-ups that gave us a sneak-peek at some of the gear we can expect to find on store shelves... Read more
Posted on 29 January 2013 OUTDOORS -
101-Year Old Marathoner To Retire From Competition
Here's a little inspiration for the runners out there. 101-year old runner Fauja Singh has announced that he will retire from competitive marathons following on... Read more
Posted on 29 January 2013 OUTDOORS -
Video: Divers Have Close Encounter With Whale Pod
Whale watching is an incredible experience, giving us the opportunity to get up close and personal with some of the largest animals on the planet. Read more
Posted on 29 January 2013 OUTDOORS -
Teen Adventurers To Traverse The Adirondack For Charity
Two teenage adventurers are planning a couple of ambitious summer expeditions that will allow them to not only pursue their outdoor passions but also raise fund... Read more
Posted on 29 January 2013 OUTDOORS -
Unbranded: A 3000-Mile Journey Through The American West On Horseback
A lot of people don't realize it, but the American west still has herds of wild horses that inhabit portions of the country. It is estimated that about 37,000 o... Read more
Posted on 28 January 2013 OUTDOORS -
Winter Climbs 2013: Dupre Descends On Denali, Progress In Pakistan
It was another busy and active weekend in the mountains for our winter mountaineers. As usual, weather dictates when they can move and patience is the name of... Read more
Posted on 28 January 2013 OUTDOORS -
Antarctica 2012: Richard Parks Back In Punta, Season Officially Done!
There isn't a whole lot to report on the Antarctic season which has now officially wrapped up for another year. Last week I reported that that Richard Parks... Read more
Posted on 28 January 2013 OUTDOORS -
Video: Into The Empty Quarter With Alastair Humphreys And Leon McCarron
In December, adventurers Alastair Humphreys and Leon McCarron completed a 1000-mile (1600 km) long journey through the Empty Quarter, a vast desert that... Read more
Posted on 28 January 2013 OUTDOORS -
Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2013 Round-Up!
Over the weekend the 2013 Outdoor Retailer Winter Market came to a close, putting an end to the bi-annual gear fest where the latest and greatest equipment is... Read more
Posted on 28 January 2013 OUTDOORS -
Trekstock Takes You To The Great Gig In The Sky!
Looking for a fun, challenging and fulfilling adventure later this year? Then checkout Trekstock's intriguing Another Great Gig in the Sky hike. Read more
Posted on 25 January 2013 OUTDOORS -
Video: SHAFF Trailer 2013
On March 1-3 the annual Sheffield Adventure Film Festival will take place in Sheffield, England. Over the course of that three day weekend, 80 of the best... Read more
Posted on 25 January 2013 OUTDOORS -
Antarctica 2012: And Then There Was None!
I don't typically post back-to-back Antarctic updates, but considering the nature of this announcement and the fact that it came not long after I finished... Read more
Posted on 25 January 2013 OUTDOORS -
Antarctica 2012: And Then There Was One...
The Antarctic season is all but wrapped up now, with just one lone skier still out on the ice. It has been another long season with plenty of trials and... Read more
Posted on 25 January 2013 OUTDOORS -
Adventure Tech: Yet Another Action Cam Hits The Market
If you thought that the action cam market couldn't possibly get any more crowded, you would be wrong. Earlier this week, Swann Security threw their hat into... Read more
Posted on 25 January 2013 OUTDOORS