Indiana Land Trust Trek

Fellow adventurers, I need your help. This December, I set out on the The Indiana Land Trust Trek! This is where I set out to trek across the entirely of the U.S. State of Indiana in an attempt to raise awareness and funds to save Indiana's wild places; only Ill be trekking solo through the freezing Indiana winter.Ill be visiting numerous Indiana Land Trusts along my route, talking to the conservationists working them, and sharing what I learn to others around the world. Land trusts are the most efficient way to preserve wilderness ares and ensure not all land is developed.Please take a moment to donate. Every dollar counts, and will go to permanently preserve land in Southern Indiana! And please share this expedition with your friends! Land conservation is something that everyone benefits from! Follow the expedition at www.WaterfordExplores.comor on Facebook: @MichaelWaterford. Cheers!

Kayak down the River Wey from Godalming to the Thames

Hello Folks,

I'm wondering if you or any members could assist with a tricky logistical problem. A friend and me are planning to kayak the length of the river Wey, from Godalming in Surrey to where it meets the Thames. We need to stash our kayaks in Godalming near the river and make a start as early as possible, preferably at dawn. Otherwise we will have to go back and forth by car from each finish point.

Can anyone possibly assist please??

Freediving with Whale Sharks

Ever wanted to freedive with Whale Sharks whilst helping to protect their future?We have teamed up with the Maldives Whale Shark Research Programme and will be taking a small group to free dive an underwater paradise and using our freediving skills to collect valuable data on Whale Sharks.

You don't need to be a qualified freediver to come on this trip,our AIDA freedive instructor can help you gain your AIDA 12 star qualification in the first few days. Imagine freediving in a tropical paradise of palm fringed islands, turquoise lagoons, warm clear water and coral reefs teeming with marine flora and fauna, swimming alongside Whale Sharks, manta rays, turtles, dolphins, reef sharks, eagle rays and countless other tropical fish.

For the full details and pictures check out our website...

www.bluefreediveadventures.com

Traversing Madagascar

A North Wales explorer recently crowned the UKs adventurer of the year via the public vote, has exclusively revealed his next world-first challenge.Ash Dykes, from Old Colwyn, will attempt the first solo walk from north to south across Madagascar, scaling the country's five highest peaks on the way.

The 24-year-old, who became the first to walk the breadth of Mongolia solo last year, will try to be the first to complete a solo ascent of Maromokotro, the largest mountain on the island at 2,876m. Apart from the desert, jungle and mountainous terrain he will face on his trek across the worlds fourth largest island,Ash could also come up against some rather unpleasant inhabitants - the local crocodiles.He said: You have got some nasty diseases out there, but the crocs are the big things to look out for.I will be walking by rivers a lot, so I don't want to get trapped between a river and one of those boys.The trek, which will start in September from Cap d'Ambre in the north and go to Cap Sainte Marie in the south, is expected to last four months.

Twistingspokes.com On our way to Kathmandu

We are currently undertaking a journey through Europe and Asia by bicycle more than 22000km has been cycled and we still have more than 15000km to reach Kathmandu.

Tropical Trail Rides: Horse Excursions on the Beach

I'm spending the summer meeting people from all over the world and taking them riding on the western side of Puerto Rico. The ride stretches 7 miles, lasts 2 hours, hits two beautiful secluded beaches and winds through forests of almond trees and Australian pines. There are 39 horses, all Paso Finos from the island. They come in all color's, shapes, and sizes. Besides the job, Isabela is an incredible area of lively, friendly people, 2$ beers, and loud Latin music.

Let me know what you think in the comments below!

Research for a novel

Hi Everybody,

I'm currently researching a novel which has a really important scene which takes place on the border of Jordan and Syria, a few miles into the Syrian side. For obvious reasons, I cant get out there to research what the landscape looks like. Is there anybody who knows that area who can describe it to me? On Google Earth it looks a lot greener than I expected.

Thanks,

Jan

jhmenzies@btinternet.com

Bouldering | Rila | Bulgaria

The quality of the granite blocs is complemented with the purity and Avatar-like feel of the surrounding flora and fauna. Experiencing Rila once referred as a mini-Yosemite is more than just a regular boulder trip.

The place will purify your mind and refill your vital energy leaving you with perfect focus and unimaginable motivation for your hardest sends.Embraced by the highest mountain on the Balkans you will have plenty of opportunities for additional adventures during your rest days.We know from experience, at the end of the trip it will be hard to leave Rila paradise.