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The Concept of Cultural Sustainability
As much as I hate to use the “S” word, it’s one that should be ingrained into humanity’s DNA. It is, as evidenced by every other culture than the current status quo. But unfortunately sustainability has taken a back seat to economic “progress”, and even the word itself has been perverted to suit the needs […]
Get Free Photos Online in 3 Easy Steps
Sometimes it can seem daunting to find free photos online. There are countless stock image sites out there, but if you are starting out blogging or even as a small business trying to find images for your site, the costs can easily mount up. Especially if you follow the idea that the more content you […]
The Hike to Hanakapiai: An Intro to Kauai’s Napali Coast
A Perfect Intro to the Na Pali Coast The famed Na Pali coast of Kauai is a region unlike anywhere in the world. Massive peaks protrude out of the sea creating a razor-edged horizon that can sometimes look like another world. There is everything you’d expect in a tropical island getaway (despite the fact that, […]
Purpose Comes From Happiness
There’s a lot out there about how to find your true purpose in life. People make careers through speaking engagements, books, podcasts, and any other medium imaginable. It’s big business because our world has become so complex and busy that too many people don’t feel as though they are on their true path in life. Depression can […]
What NOT To Do In An Avalanche: Learning From Other’s Mistakes
The Luckiest Avalanche Victim On Earth The other day I saw an unsolicited post catch my eye as the headline had me curious: “Warning: Do Not Ski Off Trail”. Since anyone who knows ANYTHING about snow sliding knows that going off-trail is where the magic happens, I was curious why people would warn such nonsense. It […]
5 Easy Superfoods to add to Your Existing Meals
This one is straight out of Adam Hart’s Power of Food blog. I Did some ghostwriting for Adam to help build up some blog content. Check his site out for some awesome tips! He’s got a great story. 5 Easy Superfoods to add to your Existing Meals
Top Apres Ski Scenes on Earth
For many, the art of the Apres (very appropriately transleted from french to “After” in English) scene is as important to the Ski Resort experience as sliding down a mountain with a waxed plank or two beneath your feet. It has been a staple of European ski culture as long as Jagermeister has been “curing” […]
4 Beginner Surf Spots on the North Shore
Originally Published on PACSAFE blog The North Shore of Oahu has attained legendary status as one of the most talked about coastlines on the planet. The seven-mile stretch of coastline from Haleiwa to Sunset Beach, colloquially known as the “Seven Mile Miracle” is home to legendary waves like Pipeline, Waimea Bay, Rocky Point, and so […]
“Democracy is not a Spectator Sport” – Whistler Question Column
It’s amazing how time flies. Just shy of three years ago, in the lead up to the 2011 municipal election, Whistler was abuzz with rabble. In fact, it’s reasonable to say that a good portion of the town was downright pissed. A number of issues were at the forefront, such as pay parking in the […]
4 Tips for Shooting Photos Near Water
If you’re an outdoors-oriented person, odds are you’ll be drawn to water. But water has some characteristics to it that make it very difficult to capture on film. But if you follow these tips, you’ll come away with some epic shots that can help show people back home just what an awesome life you live. […]
Interview With Matt Maddaloni: Pro Climber and Tinkerer
If you have thumbed through a climbing magazine at some point in the past ten years, there is a very good chance that Matt Maddaloni is in it. Not too long ago Matt was one of the world’s most showcased and celebrated climbers, helping to push the sport to new heights (no pun intended) through […]
8 Easy to Learn Campfire Sing Alongs
Gatherings in nature can bring a group of friends together better than any noisy house party. There is something about sitting around a campfire that strikes a primal chord in our collective interactions. Here are a few modern day songs that are easy to learn and should be well-known enough that most people can at least […]
8 DIY Tips for Tuning your Skis/Board
DIY TUNING: 8 TIPS FOR TUNING YOUR SKIS/BOARD By now you have hopefully read the Part I ofDIY Ski/Board Tuning, which focuses on the equipment you will need for your at-home DIY tuning shop. Getting the equipment is great, but unless you know how to tune your setup properly, you might be in for disappointment and […]
Interview with Richie Porta: ASP Head Judge
Professional surfing is a complex organism that takes the efforts of many. While fans are inclined to root for their favorite personality in the water, many fail to recognize the talent on the beach. Though it may sound like fun, judging a big surfing competition is a thankless job that doesn’t pay very well, requires months […]
Epic North American Whitewater Trips
Originally published on The Clymb Whether you are a city slicker or country bumpkin, odds are you don’t spend the majority of your day paddling down a river. Even if you are an avid paddler, odds are that most of your river trips leave you shuttling back to your car at the end of the […]
Whistler Backcountry Early Season Trip Report
Growing up near the mountains, I have learned two basic tenets to follow for when to go, and when not to go. It relies on: a) trusting my intuition. b) completely disregarding the pessimistic naysayers who are almost always just guessing. Yesterday solidified both such tenets. After a five day+ apocalyptic rainstorm that soaked the […]
Q and A with Buzzy Kerbox – SUP The Magazine
Original Article Q&A: BUZZY KERBOX ON STANDUP TODAY By: SUP Magazine / Posted on Friday, March 28, 2014 Buzzy Kerbox has been a household name in surfing since the ’70’s. Growing up in Hawaii Kerbox, the “Kailua Kid,” was one of the sport’s first bona-fide celebrities. After competing as one of the first athletes on the surfing […]
8 Life Lessons Learned From Surfing
People who don’t surf will often look at a surfer’s lifestyle and scratch their heads. The idea of devoting one’s life to finding (and riding) that fabled perfect wave seems a bit juvenille (if not completely obsessive) to some. It’s no secret that surfers march to a different drum, with salt-bleached hair, a perma-grin from endless […]
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The Power of Personal Touch in Press Releases
This press release came up a few times all over the place. It’s amazing the power of newsletters and email lists. I sent this out while working for the tour and learned firsthand how much the PR ‘wire’ is now a direct lob straight to those with whom you permit to share the content. The […]
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