• Hiking Whiteface: Fast and Steep

    Hiking Whiteface Mountain in the Adirondacks has several different routes to the top. In this article, I share my story and provide details for those that want to challenge themselves with a steep and fast hike that will leave hikers breathless, literally and figuratively. Hiking Whiteface Mountain Overview Whiteface Mountain Trails FLATTEN OUT! Vertical Ascent:…

  • Hiking Near Ellicottville NY

    We LOVE hiking near Ellicottville NY. With the proximity to the Canadian border, this has been our go-to place to get in long hikes and some serious vertical. While the town has lost its “yahoo” vibe, it’s still a great place to get away for a few days. Read more to find out where the…

  • Hiking Solo: Presidential Traverse White Mountains

    Hiking solo was not my original plan for the Presidential Traverse in the White Mountains. I have done many adventures solo, including hikes but none as epic as this. This hike was to mark my 55th birthday and it turned out to be more than epic with a slip on a boulder in the alpine…

  • Niagara Escarpment: Local’s Guide to the best hikes & wineries

    Hiking Niagara Escarpment in the Niagara Region is unique for its proximity to wine country. In this Local’s Guide to the Region, we detail hikes along the Niagara Escarpment that range from easy to challenging. For every hike, we provide a list of wineries closest to the trail where you can relax and celebrate your…

  • Endurance Events that Inspire

    Organized endurance events give us the platform to go far beyond what we thought was possible. In this article, I look at three different endurance events across running, road biking and, mountain biking. I also revisit the exciting world of Fastest Known Times where ordinary people are achieving extraordinary things. Vol State 500k Race Across…

  • Adventure Ideas Inspired by Movies

    Looking for adventure ideas for your next vacation? Here are three incredible action scenes from Hollywood movies that can inspire our next adventure. Of course, we may need to dial it down. Canyon Crossings: Indiana Jones Did Them Best Rooftop in Istanbul: Scene of the Greatest Female Rooftop Chase Unexpected Adventures: Greatest Mudslide of All…

  • Your Adventurous Journey: Quotes to Inspire

    I embarked on an adventurous journey in my twenties. I set out to race Blackcomb Mountain’s Saudan Couloir Race Extreme. I trained hard and for my efforts I was third woman. This was a time in my life that I used sport psychology techniques and really looked to quotes to inspire my journey. Some of…

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