Monthly Archives: October 2011

Tokyo by surprise

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We flew through Tokyo on our way back from our latest trek to Mera Peak, Nepal. At the very last minute we realized that we had no specific plans for the next day in Los Angeles, our hometown, so there … Continue reading

Review of Black Diamond Storm Headlamp

Originally submitted at REI The waterproof Black Diamond Storm headlamp is built to withstand the worst weather, because the last thing you need when caught in a storm is for your headlamp to die. Black Diamond Storm Headlamp Tested in … Continue reading

Peru, on your own terms

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Craig Welzbacher standing in while Chris and Jeanne are in Nepal climbing Mera Peak. My wife and I decided to go to Peru this summer to see Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley. It’s been a bucket list item for … Continue reading

World-class climber Melissa Arnot, the interview

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Our life revolves around getting outdoors and hiking, trekking, and climbing. All too often, I’m the only woman in sight and often draw comments from the men in our group or people we meet, amplifying the fact that so few…too … Continue reading