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Mountaineering isn’t for the faint-hearted.  It’s your ticket to pushing past your limits and achieving the impossible. The skills needed can benefit every facet of your life. Mountaineering presents both physical and mental challenges to overcome.  It offers a way to experience nature uniquely. And it will push you to new limits. All of these […]

Are you planning a backpacking trip? Wondering how to prepare for a backpacking trip?  Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced hiker, proper preparation is key to having a safe and enjoyable adventure. Backpacking requires careful planning and packing to ensure you have everything you need while keeping your backpack as light as possible. Before

10 Ways to Improve Your Mental Game for Rock Climbing Rock climbing is not just about physical strength.  It also requires a solid mental game.  Visualization, breathing, mindfulness, positive self-talk, and other techniques can help you improve your mental performance, reduce anxiety, and build confidence when climbing.  But where do you start? How do you

I’ve experienced active recovery’s pivotal role in a well-rounded exercise regimen. There were days when my body felt too strained after a particularly intense workout. Pushing through only increased my fatigue. Or, give me an “itis” of some sort. That’s when I turned to active recovery – a game-changer in my fitness journey. Fitness is

Weight training for women has long been undervalued, with many hesitant to pick up the weights due to misconceptions and misinformation. However, incorporating this exercise into your routine doesn’t have to be intimidating or result in an overly muscular physique. Weight training offers many benefits for women that can improve their overall quality of life.

Revitalize your fitness journey and the planet simultaneously!  Transform old fitness gear into innovative, eco-friendly treasures! Don’t think about tossing it out.  We’re about to dive into creative and environmentally friendly ways to give your old fitness gear a new lease on life.  Recycling and repurposing aren’t just good for the planet.  They can also

I don’t know about you, but I love winter.  The cold air is so refreshing after a hot summer.  The glistening frost.  The quiet mornings.  I could go on! But winter photography does have its challenges.  Dead batteries.  Frozen gear.  Snow all over your gear.   I’ll share with you what I carry in my pack

So, you want to wake up early to photograph the sunrise.  But you don’t know where to start?  What camera and lens should you use?   What settings?  Where should you go?  How do you even know if the conditions are going to be good? You’ve come to the right place!  I’ll answer all of these

You spend hours reviewing maps, studying the terrain profile, and finding the easiest and best way to reach your spot.  Calculating how long it will take to hike in, should I start hiking at 3 am? Can I get there and set up?   You might even spend a day hiking and scouting the location for