Category: Adventures and Misadventures
Canmore’s Wild West: Ice Climbing in The Ghost
Grade: WI2-5 Length: 10+ pitches, 500m (1,640 feet) Gear: crampons (duh), ice tools (duh), ice screws, anchor building material (many of the pitches’ tops have
March 24, 2013
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The Bouldering Wall That Could
Bouldering under a bridge (technically a freeway bridge)? Why not said Auzzie climbers. Climbers are a resourceful, creative bunch. It’s a sport that attracts minds
March 18, 2013
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Grampians National Park
In the state of Victoria, two outdoor rock climbing areas rank as some of the best climbing in the world — Grampians National Park and
February 26, 2013
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Christmas in Oz
The ribbon was strung on the buildings and tied in neat, large bows. Faux paper bulbs swayed on strong cables between downtown traffic lights. And
January 1, 2013
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First Night in South Melbourne
I’m enjoying my first night in South Melbourne with a cup of tea and an amazing view. The neighborhood of South Melbourne is located just
October 30, 2012
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Dibujo Madrid: Sketches of Spain
From the street, the large, Victorian-era building looks derelict. The kind of place homeless live, drugs are dealt, and teens skip school to tag with
October 23, 2012
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Radio Disney Interview – Pakistan, Lifestyle Design, Travel
Recently, I joined one of Radio Disney’s energetic and entertaining host, Dayna Mink-Coats, for an hour long interview on Radio Disney. We covered a variety
October 22, 2012
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Moving to Oz
Early in September I packed two suitcases and one large duffle, booked a one way ticket to Sydney, and moved to Oz. This was a
October 6, 2012
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Adventures in Canmore: Ice Climbing Grotto Falls
Grade: WI3 Pitches: 2 pitches, 55m Condition: Often picked out. It’s a very popular climbing area, especially with the guides, so be prepared for both
March 24, 2012
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