Archive for April, 2010
The Mountainfilm Festival in Telluride announced today its final selection of movies to appear in next month’s Memorial Day weekend event. The annual celebration of mountain culture promises to deliver an eclectic mix of motion pictures that will not only thrill, but also inspire.
Though centered around the active outdoor… Read the rest
We have to admit, camping and beer often go hand-in-hand. But apparently, so do beer and mosquitoes. A recent study shows that mosquitoes are more attracted to beer drinkers, as opposed to those drinking other substances such as water.
From the study:
Water consumption had no effect on human … Read the rest
This week’s Friday Photo winner is Andrew Stevens, who submitted this photo of a rocky piece of wooded land on Lake Superior.
Here’s what Andrew had to say about the shot:
I was out kayaking on Lake Superior and the the combination of the incoming storm and the sun setting … Read the rest
“Victory!” shouted South Korea’s self-described climbing addict Oh Eun Sun, 44, when she reached the top of Annapurna, a 26,545-foot mountain. As if this isn’t an accomplishment in itself, the shout of enthusiasm wasn’t just concerning Sun’s journey to the top: This was the record-breaking climb, the last peak the… Read the rest
There is no question that adventure inspires. But couple this with the big screen and you’ve got one dynamic duo. That’s why we’re so excited about the release of Mountainfilm‘s 2010 list of excellent films to be hitting the big screens at this year’s festival. Mountainfilm, for those who don’t… Read the rest
A couple in Indonesia was arrested for making their own special version of basko, a local delicacy that typically includes pork or chicken meatballs. But instead of going the traditional route, the couple used monkey for their meatballs–and they didn’t just use the meat of any ol’ primate–they used that… Read the rest
This Sunday, two men rafting the Virgin River in Zion National Park were reported missing after failing to check in with family at the expected time. As a result, throughout Sunday and beginning again Monday morning, search and rescue teams combed the area for the two men. Around 9 a.m.,… Read the rest
Apple users, you’re in for a treat. You can now check out any issue of Wend… Read the rest (for free) on your iPad or iPhone by simply signing in to your account here. The digital version of the mag has been optimized specifically for Apple devices such as the iPad and iPhone,
I’ll keep it short today. After compiling this weeks wipeouts, I never want to hang glide.
(Maybe next time try it without the rope.)
(That’s innovative alright.)
(Outta my way kook!)… Read the rest
As if reaching the North Pole by land isn’t cold enough, try navigating to the destination by water. That’s what Scottish explorer Jock Wishart plans to do–to become the first to lead a five-strong crew through some of the harshest conditions on Earth by way of Arctic waters. His team… Read the rest
The winner of this week’s Adventure to Dominica contest is Kyle Sparks, who submitted this photo of Rob Thompson riding on the Tioga Pass in the Sierra Nevada Mountains at 55 miles-per-hour on a loaded touring bike.
Kyle, you win a pair of Ahnu shoes! And in addition, you are… Read the rest
Perhaps described as a sequel, 180 South is the second installment of a film produced more than 40 years ago. Jeff Johnson, a surfer and sometimes climber, sets out to recreate a classic road trip.
Released in 1968, Mountain of Storms… Read the rest followed the epic journey of four adventurers who traveled
This morning at approximately 9 a.m., a man’s body was found at the North Fork of the Virgin River near the Gateway to the Zion Narrows in Zion National Park. According to reports, the Washington County Sheriff’s Office was notified, and a medical examiner and investigator were dispatched to the… Read the rest
If you live in the UK, the days of waiting for the cycling postman are over. The UK’s postal service, Royal Mail… Read the rest, has recently confirmed the scrapping of the majority of their 24,000-strong fleet of post office bicycles. Ongoing chief executive Adam Crozier says the safety risks associated with
“The highest junkyard on the face of the earth.” That’s what Dr. Barry Bishop, a climber, wrote in National Geographic in 1963. He was referring to Mount Everest, and the tons of empty oxygen canisters, pieces of rope and torn tents that have littered the mountain ever since man started… Read the rest
