Posts Tagged ‘hiking’
127 Hours – Between a Rock and a Hard Place (Book review)
A totally inspiring and moving true story, which was cringe-worthy in parts. This book has some strong messages to take with you on your own travels. I will never be far from my phone and I will always let my family know where I am going! I gave this book a four-star rating as it…
Read MoreInto The Wild – Film Review
Wow! This film is based on a true story and it certainly made me feel incredibly emotional as I watched this young man go through so many changes in his life. It reminded me a bit of the film “The Way” which started with a guy in his early 20’s who decided that a conventional…
Read MoreBedpans, Pink Baths, Beautiful Scenery and a Spooky Shrine…
In preparation for the 102-mile walk along The Cotswold Way, I knew I needed to get some hill training under my feet. I will be averaging around 15 miles a day so it is important that I can easily walk that distance without feeling overwhelmed or fatigued. My Nordic Walking Club colleague Diana suggested The…
Read MoreWicked Shoulder Pouch for Your Mobile Phone
In this week’s video, I explain the benefits of the Maxpedition Mobile Phone Pouch that fits snuggly onto the shoulder strap of any backpack. I also show you my previous mobile phone holder which is extremely heavy, way too big and simply not fit for purpose. This fantastic backpack pouch will fit most mobile phones, although…
Read MoreLost My Mojo
It’s Friday morning and my “Adventure Geek Day”. I love these days as I have my new office and I can look out of the window and chat to the robin who sits on the wooden gazeebo keeping me company. These times are special as I feel a sense of peace. Just me, my computer and…
Read MoreWild: A Journey from Lost to Found
Julie and I visited the Adventure Show in London last weekend. The show was not that exciting. It was rather like a show for adventure travel agents and was not what I was expecting. I think I was expecting lots of interesting talks, many gear stalls with lots of new and exciting adventure gadgets to explore. …
Read MoreThe Cotswold Way Plans for March 2018, With A Twist….
I have numerous hikes planned for 2018, but the first trek is already in the diary and the planning has begun. I will be walking the beautiful trail of The Cotswolds Way from 24th March 2018, and completing the 102-mile trail from Chipping Camden to Bath. In true Adventure Geek style, I will be walking this…
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