Haliku’s random wanderings...

Resignation Letter (Humor)

nobody@vox.com(Haliku) — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 19:29:32 -0700

Now for something completely non adventure related. This was passed along to me recently. How many buzz phrases from Corporate America can you find? Relate to? Happy Holidays! _____________________________ To all, Sorry about the late notice,...

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ICEHOTEL, Sweden

nobody@vox.com(Haliku) — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 18:16:52 -0700

What is the ICEHOTEL? Besides being a cool place (ok I just had to) it is the first and largest snow and ice hotel in the world. A friend of mine mentioned it recently which inspired me to check the website for some virtual travel. I thought i...

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Climbing & Culture in Alaska: The Final Days

nobody@vox.com(Haliku) — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 19:55:44 -0700

Day 12 Tuesday May 26th: We woke up early to strike camp. We were tired after our sojourn to the top of North America but there was a calm energy amongst the group. We knew that the summit was only half the trip. Until we were safe in Talkeetn...

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Doctors w/o Borders (MSF) Recruitment in Denver

nobody@vox.com(Haliku) — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:40:23 -0700

Since my brother, recently returned from Sri Lanka, is employeed by MSF and I believe in the MSF mission I'm doing my part to spread the word. Get out and Explore the World!

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Get Out and Explore the World!

nobody@vox.com(Haliku) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 12:46:06 -0700

The title says everything and also very little at the same time. It is a broad statement that people can interpret as they wish. For some, exploration is done in an armchair with a favorite book or TV remote. Others learn about themselves and ...

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A Stone Cat Race Report

nobody@vox.com(Haliku) — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 21:11:00 -0700

With a race named 'Stone Cat' I thought about a pity play of words for my title. What I got was a blank screen so on to Plan B--the actual race report. Last week I left Colorado for Maine to meet up with my brother and his friends--all who live...

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Meeting One of My Climbing Heros

nobody@vox.com(Haliku) — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 23:15:45 -0600

For any regular reader of my blog it is well known that climbing, especially alpine climbing, is a passion of mine. I recently spent three nights representing the American Alpine Club in the Denver area. The event was a climbing video and prese...

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Next Objective - A Trail Marathon in Massachusetts!

nobody@vox.com(Haliku) — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 20:55:21 -0600

STONE CAT 50 MILE and MARATHON TRAIL RACES Saturday November 7, 2009 6:15am Willowdale State Forest, Ipswich, Massachusetts The race starts and finishes at Doyon School 216 Linebrook Road in Ipswich. The course is all trails, a mix of double t...

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Where in the World...Final

nobody@vox.com(Haliku) — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 10:12:44 -0600

I was in Europe for a last minute, unplanned, trip to backpack around with my brother, Tim, who recently ended his six month assignment in Sri Lanka with Doctors without Borders(MSF). He is employed by MSF-Holland so a visit to Europe was requi...

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Where in the World...Part III

nobody@vox.com(Haliku) — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 21:29:25 -0600

I'm not certain if lack of response means the picture and hints are too hard or that few are bothering to read and comment lately. Today found us in yet another city and country. The train system is so useful which makes it easy to get around. ...

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