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The Adventure Blog
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News, commentary, and insights on adventures, and adventurers, from around the globe.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 9354 )
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Antarctica 2012 Update: Aaron Can't Catch A Break
I've been following Aaron Linsdau's progress in Antarctica very closely since he got underway two weeks ago, and it is regularly been my lead story in these... Read more
Posted on 16 November 2012 OUTDOORS -
Adventure Tech: Goal Zero Switch 8 Solar Recharging Kit
It seems solar technology is finally coming of age and we're starting to get some viable options for using the suns rays to power our gear. Read more
Posted on 16 November 2012 OUTDOORS -
Video: Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour
The Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour is always a great opportunity for us to catch some of the best outdoor and adventure films on an annual basis. Read more
Posted on 15 November 2012 OUTDOORS -
Video: Pacific Crest Trail Time Lapse
At 2663 miles (4286 km) in length, the Pacific Crest Trail is one of the longest and most spectacular hiking trails you could ever hope to trek. Read more
Posted on 15 November 2012 OUTDOORS -
Adventure Tech: ATC Chameleon Action Camera
Okay, so the number of "action cams" on the market is starting to reach critical mass. It seems there is a new one being released every other week these days,... Read more
Posted on 15 November 2012 OUTDOORS -
Antarctica 2012:
The reports out of Antarctica are beginning to sound like a broken record, as bad weather continues to dominate the news from the frozen continent. Read more
Posted on 15 November 2012 OUTDOORS -
Video: The Everest Experience In 14-Minutes
Looking for your Everest fix during the off-season? Then look no further than the video below. It features an overly enthusiastic host who takes us with him on... Read more
Posted on 14 November 2012 OUTDOORS -
U.S. To Use Intelligence Agencies To Fight African Poachers
It's no secret that I absolutely love Africa. It is a place that has gotten into my soul and calls for me to return and explore it further. Read more
Posted on 14 November 2012 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, ENVIRONMENT, OUTDOORS -
Watch This Video To Earn $1 For Polar Bear Conservation
It's not often that we can do some good just by watching a video. But for every person who watches the short clip below, Causes will donate $1 to the World... Read more
Posted on 14 November 2012 OUTDOORS -
Beyond The Circle: Rowing, Sailing And Trekking Across the Northwest Passage
Australians Cam Webb and Matt McFadyen are preparing for what is sure to be one epic journey next summer. The two men are planning to cross the Northwest Passag... Read more
Posted on 14 November 2012 OUTDOORS -
Book Review: There Are Other Rivers
It's no secret that I'm a big fan of Alastair Humphreys. The British adventurer has ridden his bike around the world, rowed the Atlantic and trekked across... Read more
Posted on 14 November 2012 OUTDOORS -
Video: Climbing Annapurna's South Face
Standing 8091 meters (26,545 ft) in height, Annapurna is "only" the 10th tallest mountain on the planet, although it just might be the most difficult to climb. Read more
Posted on 13 November 2012 OUTDOORS, SNOW -
Video: Himalayan Stove Project October Update
The Himalayan Stove Project is an organization that I first learned about earlier this year but immediately identified with. This non-profit is working hard to... Read more
Posted on 13 November 2012 OUTDOORS -
Amazon Express Update: Into And Out Of Manaus
West Hansen and his merry band of paddlers are continuing their journey down the Amazon at a remarkable pace. The team is now knocking off the milage in large... Read more
Posted on 13 November 2012 OUTDOORS -
Gear Closet: Polarmax PMX Hoodie Base Layers
If you take a look at the weather map across the U.S. at the moment, you might think that winter has arrived early. Cold temperatures and plenty of snow have... Read more
Posted on 13 November 2012 OUTDOORS -
Himalayan Photo Workshops Return With 2013 Expedition To Mt. Kailash
If you've been a regular reader of my blog for any length of time, you probably know that one of my favorite podcasts is the excellent Rest of Everest. Oh, who... Read more
Posted on 12 November 2012 OUTDOORS -
i2P Wraps Up Expedition Africa
Over the past week and a half I've been following Expedition Africa, the latest youth expedition from impossible2Possible, an organization dedicated to inspirin... Read more
Posted on 12 November 2012 OUTDOORS -
Cluster-Balloonist Plans to Cross Atlantic
Cluster-balloonist Jonathan Trappe is planning his next big flight and it's a doozy. The man who once flew across the English Channel and the Alps by attaching ... Read more
Posted on 12 November 2012 OUTDOORS, SEA, SPORTS -
Antarctica 2012 Update: No Shelter From The Storm
The Antarctic season continues to ramp up with more teams arriving in Punta Arenas and preparing to head out to the frozen continent. Read more
Posted on 12 November 2012 OUTDOORS, SNOW -
Video: Trailer For High Ground
There is a new documentary out now called High Ground that looks like it is quite a powerful and moving film. It tells the story of 11 wounded soldiers that hav... Read more
Posted on 12 November 2012 OUTDOORS