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I fly out TOMORROW! I still can't believe it! Orlando to London, a day layover in London to putz around (on Valentines Day, without my valentine!), then on to Delhi. Will be in Delhi for a month, then a 4 day stop in London, then back home to Tampa. Whew!
I figured it's a good record of my life for the past few days (err.. weeks). I've put "notes" all over the photo - hover your mouse over them to read my notes. I'm taking one backpack, and one camera/messenger bag. While this feels "heavy" compared to my hard-core pack-light approach to Thailand, I still think it's pretty minimalist.
PS: As you can see, I'm a HUGE fan of compartmentalizing. "Everything goes in a ziplock or container". I hate opening my backpack & seeing a jumble of stuff. Even the toiletry bag has everything divided into ziplock bags by type.
Photo from peregrina's blog Building Bridges: www.peregrinatrix.com/2012/05/12/packing-for-three-weeks/
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it makes me really angry that i have to post this. oh well, that's a 365 for ya, i guess. packing hours before i left for california.
Finally received the passports back from the India Consulate with our visas. Frustrating, inscrutable process fraught with bureaucracy… Now I can start preparing the camera equipment which always seems to take longer than packing my clothing!
My 365-2023: #59 of 365
All the stuff that I took for our around the world trip. Not shown: ipod, camera, baseball hat, everyday/hiking shoes.
And in more than one box too! Packing up the house this week in advance of a house move.
Today I packed away all of Joannas stuff - clothes, wigs etc etc. De-princessing on a major scale.
Day 330 [11-25-2016]
Driving back. People are sick and tired which lead to us driving back home today. I am not sick or tired but I miss my bed so I was not going to argue. The family spent the rest of the time sleding and having fun while I relaxed and took osme photos. On our way back we stopped at our traditional stop spot which Cabot cheese taste testing and a large antique mall. All in all, a solid friday. I am currently out taking long exposures with Teddy on his last day back home but we are about to head home now. I will miss this kid. We have a lot of work ahead of us coming up.
I can't wait to see what the next day brings!
That's pretty much everything I packed for Kili, minus a few things. I ended up cutting a bit of weight by leaving behind a few extra clothes (shown here). It turned out to be the right decision. We were only allowed to have 15 kg (33 lbs) for our duffel bag, which the porters would carry.
By my last day in the bugs I was ready for a break, so I lounged around all morning before enjoying a scramble up Eastpost Spire again. This time Manuel and I went together, and took a nice long stay at the summit. This the view from the summit of the Snowpatch-Bugaboo col with the Howser towers in the back. From this perspective you start to get an idea of how steep it really is.
The Bugaboos - August 12-18, 2012
Living in Squamish I am very lucky to be surrounded by excellent rock to train my technical climbing skills as well as many great peaks for scrambling. But, until last week I had never had the opportunity to combine the two skills I've been developing for years. That all changed when a friend invited me to be her partner on the yearly trip my friend group takes. Two months after the invitiation, a partner swap, and a week of careful packing and preparation I actually found myself driving east about to embark on what would be the greatest adventure of my life to date.
The moment I arrived at basecamp my lofty climbing aspiration were downgraded to starting with a 4th class route and going from there. I received tons of advice from friends that had been going for several years, but still nothing could have prepared me for the reality of being there. The ascent to Applebee basecamp, the scale of the spires, the difficulty of the glaciers, and the exposure did not translate well to maps and photos I found myself in awe and terror. Every single obstacle I encountered was more physically and mentally demanding that I could have expected.
Even though we were with a large group of friends, we were on our own when we headed out for the day and often learning as we went. As a result we learned many lessons the hard way, including when to put crampons on, when to switch into rock shoes, how hard preventing rockfall can be, and all the ways rappelling can go wrong.
It was both the single most terrifying and rewarding experience of my life. Never did I expect to learn so much in a week, or do so little actual climbing. Instead it was a wild ride of alpine obstacles, and a truly life changing experience shared with great friends old and new.
A brief summary of my adventure:
Aug 12 - Hike into Applebee base camp with 80+lbs pack full of climbing, camping, and glacier gear as well as 7 days of food, and clothes for everything from -10 to +30 degrees celcius rain and shine.
Aug 13 - Eastpost spire, combination of Northeast and Northwest ridges.
Aug 14 - Crescent Spire, W ridge. - Rained off first attempt, after self arresting and improv. anchor construction.
Aug 15 - Crescent Spire, W ridge - Successful ascent followed by rappelling disaster involving ditching a rope that was later recovered
Aug 16 - Pigeon Spire, W ridge - Got 30m up route then turned back to save terror management skills for descent back down the Bugaboo-Snowpatch col
Aug 17 - Eastpost spire again and bathing in the tarn
Aug 18 - Hike out and long drive home
Please feel free to contact me with any questions regarding my experience.
Photos from this trip were taken with a combination of my Nikon D7000, Olympus uT8000 & GoPro HD2
the usual packing method that Kirsten and I use to check we both have everything. On this 4 day hike / camping and 3 day city break I tried to reduce clothing to a minimum. Ideally getting total weight down to 15kg.
Here you can see the WSDOT maintenance crew at work. Right behind the paving machine comes Maintenance Tech Ken Kohanes on the roller. He keep rolling back and forth on the newly laid asphalt, packing it down tight.
Driver also do their part; about 30 minutes to 1 hour after the new asphalt is down, it's cool enough to allow drivers back on it and their vehicles will help pack the asphalt even more.
One of these comes with each shipment of tax forms we get from the IRS - and every one of them makes me laugh. Read more on my website.
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Just enough time left during summer vacation for a road trip.
For Our Daily Challenge: Timing is Everything.
Everything I'm taking for my trip to NY. I'm going to be gone three nights, traveling for a wedding which necessitates some dressier clothing. I find traveling in a jacket and nice shirt gets me better service, always.
Not pictured: iPhone 4 (took the picture with), iPod Touch 4th Gen (for watching media on the plane and such; lightweight and doesn't use up iPhone battery).
ESSENTIALS:
•Parka (Windbreaker) or Insulated Water Resistant Coat: Some ships provide parkas – please ask your Program Manager. Parkas should be large enough to wear over insulating layers.
•Waterproof Rubber Boots (“Wellies” or “Wellington Boots”), (12”-15”) with strong rubber-ridged, nonskid soles that fit well. These specifications are VERY IMPORTANT. You will be stepping into cold water up to 10” deep during wet landings. Moon or leather boots are not appropriate. (Note: Be sure your boots fit with one or two pairs of heavy socks – tight boots will be cold and uncomfortable). Suggested sources for rubber boots: sporting goods, army surplus, or camping equipment stores in your area. These boots are often referred to as “Wellies” or “Wellington boots.” Many good outlets are available online.
•Waterproof Pants/Rain Pants - Pull-on waterproof pants are very important for spray in the Zodiacs and wet landings. They should be roomy enough to wear over thermal underwear or regular pants.
•Cap and Neck Gaiter/Balaclava – Fleece is excellent since it is light and extremely warm; wool is also recommended. Hats with a brim to shade your eyes as well as flaps to protect your ears are ideal.
•Waterproof mittens and/or gloves – While gloves are convenient, mittens are warmer. Thin glove liners under thick mittens work well, since mittens can be removed to operate camera equipment.
•Sweaters – Medium weight wool or polar fleece
•Turtlenecks
•T-shirts/Warm Weather Clothes – Casual warm weather clothing is practical for layering and wearing aboard the ship.
•Warm Trousers – Wear wool slacks, cords, sweatpants, jeans, or expedition-weight fleece thermal underwear under your waterproof pants.
•Long Underwear – 2 sets; Capilene, Polypropylene, or Lightweight Silk
•Warm Socks – Bring several pairs of knee-length heavy socks and thin sock liners. For heavier pairs, rag wool is an excellent choice. Liners can be synthetic or silk. Remember that rubber boots are not well insulated, so you will rely on the warmth of your socks.
OTHER USEFUL ITEMS:
•Daypack that is sturdy, lightweight, and waterproof – extremely useful for taking extra clothing and camera gear on shore visits.
•Sun Protection – Sunscreen with UV filter, sunglasses, and lip protection
•Bathing Suit – For hotels and maybe a polar plunge or hot springs
•Camera – with extra batteries and twice the amount of film/memory you think you need
•Extra pair of prescription glasses or contact lenses
•Prescription Medicine – and a Personal Medical Kit with remedies for seasickness, upset stomach, allergies and pain relief
•Binoculars – compact ‘travel-size’ binoculars general do not perform well; we recommend magnification of at least 8x, weatherproofing (resistant to fog and/or water), multi-coated lenses, and a large focus knob for ease of use with gloves
•Collapsible Walking Stick/Trekking Pole – for negotiating uneven ground; some trekking poles feature a camera mount and can double as a monopod
•Electrical Converter & Adapter Plug – power aboard most ships is 220-volt with recessed European-type outlets; US standard 110-volt equipment with flat-pronged plugs require a voltage converter and a round, two-pronged European adapter plug
•Ziploc Bags – or a small dry bag to protect cameras and film when going ashore
•Woolite/Laundry Soap – if you plan to do any hand laundry
•Small Beanbag – to use as a camera tripod (reduces shake aboard ship)
•US $1 Bills – for taxi rides and gratuities before and after your cruise
•Pocket Calculator – for currency conversion
•Notebook, Pen and Address Book
•Toiletries
•Travel Alarm Clock
•Hand Warmers
Items we Recommend Keeping in your Carry-on Bag:
•Change of clothes (in case of luggage delay)
•Camera, flash, extra batteries, film or memory cards (NOTE: many airports around the world
have installed high-power detection machines that can damage exposed or unexposed film. Carry your camera and all film in your carry-on bag, and request that they be searched by hand. Film packed in clear Ziploc bags is easier to inspect.)
•Prescription drugs, if applicable. If you are taking prescription drugs, take along a prescription signed by your doctoring case you need an emergency refill.
•Extra pair of prescription glasses or contact lenses and sunglasses.
HELPFUL NOTES:
•Comfortable and casual clothing is recommended while onboard the ship and ashore.
•For Captain’s Welcome and Farewell parties/dinners, moderately dressy or “smart casual: attire may be appropriate. As each ship is different, please contact your Program Manager for specifics.
•The principle of layering: air is a great insulator, so trapping air in several layers of clothing will keep you warmer than wearing one or two very heavy items. You can also add or remove layers easily to remain comfortable at all times.
•Wool and silk clothing is recommended instead of cotton because they can trap warm air. Synthetic fabrics spring back into shape after compression and have excellent wicking properties. Polar fleece is popular and recommended. Polypropylene and Capilene wick moisture away from your skin and keep you warm without adding bulk.