Finding Adventure
“Another glorious day, the air as delicious to the lungs as nectar to the tongue.”
John Muir
A big motivation for our travels is to give ourselves the opportunity to hike and drink in nature’s beauty. Hiking is out soul food, replenishing our spirits in the same way that food replenishes our bodies. Hiking through a forest, across a meadow, or up a mountain are some of our favourite ways to truly savour life.
Here we’ll share with you highlights of what we discover during our adventures; we hope you enjoy. We also how that our musings will encourage you to seek out and savour your next outdoor experience!
Canada
Summary
Pukaskwa National Park
One of our favourite parks. The scenery is spectacular.
Fathom Five National Marine Park
On Our Ontario Wish List
Europe
The West Highland Way
This 154 km trail is a wonderful journey from Milngavie north of Glasgow to Fort William in Scotland’s West Highlands. We highly recommend this dazzling walk as an introduction to through hiking.
The Via Francigena
Beginning in Canterbury, England most pilgrims end their journey in Rome. So far we’ve walked from Ivrea in Piedmont to Rome – about 1,000 km. More to come!
Summary
Latin America
Torres del Paine National Park
Our first South American hiking experience. This is a spectacularly beautiful place to explore in Chile.
Asia
Another Wish List
The Michinoku Coastal Trail
Japan’s new 1,000km path. A long-distance nature trail running from Fukushima up to Aomori can act as a bridge connecting nature, local lifestyles.
Kumano Kodo Trail
The pilgrimage routes to Wakayama’s Kumano Sanzan shrines in the Kii Mountains, known as the Kumano Kodo, is more than a heritage site with over 1000 years of history. It is home to the tale of Japan’s birth as a nation. The Kumano Kodo comprises five main pilgrimage routes.
Walk Japan
We stumbled across this service while doing some research. Small group tours venturing deep into Japanese society and culture.
Scraps and Crumbs
10 Greatest Multi-Day Hikes in Europe
This list by 10adventures.com has some great ideas for your next adventure!
Wilderness First Responder
Being prepared to lend a helping hand in case of an emergency can save a life. We’re trained in First Aid and have helped others in distress numerous times. Here is a list of organizations that provide Wilderness First Aid training.
World Expeditions
When they say “world” they mean it. You can search adventure options by continent and country.
They cater to all tastes: Adventure; Culinary; Families; Arts and Photography; Cruising; and, Sailing. We have never used this company, but encountered their tour groups while exploring Chile.
Expect prices to range from USD $1,000 to as much as USD $10,000.
Nuun - a jolt of hydrating electrolytes
Unquestionably the best hydration supplement we’ve ever used. Packed with a potassium, calcium, magnesium and sodium, Nuun Sport tablets are lightweight and great for backpacking. When you’re hot and tired it’s like you can feel rejuvenating hydration flowing into your muscles as you drink. We can’t recommend this product highly enough!
More Ways to Savour Life
Travel
Authentic travel is like savouring food. Both require a sense of adventure and willingness to experience the “new”. We’d love to share some experiences with you.
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The Big Outside
Michael is a very experienced outdoorsman. Here you’ll find stunning photographs and practical gear reviews. There are also posts featuring tips for improved backpacking and hiking experiences.
Backpacker Magazine
A great resource! Advice, gear reviews, info on outdoor skills, and destinations for backpacking, camping and hiking.