Cornerlands – Joshua Tree
We had just returned from our stay in Poipu Beach, a bit jet-lagged and the kids’ sleep schedules very much out of whack, when Ben asked if we’d be interested in joining them for a …
Poipu Beach, Kauai
Poipu Beach in Koloa, Kauai has become our go-to vacation spot in recent years. It’s relatively uncrowded and laid back, with a wonderful kid’s beach, nice amenities (without being too touristy) and beautiful hiking trails. The Costco …
Eldorado Canyon, CO
Eldo. I’d read about it for years. World class trad climbing. Rich history. Layton Kor. After spending the day climbing Rewritten with Joey, I’m calling this area El Chossorado, and I will openly admit that …
Birthday Climb
Editor’s Note: I began writing this post about a year and a half ago, and never finished it. Such is life when you have two young kids. You will notice some continuity errors, as a result. …
Yosemite High Country
It’s been nearly two weeks since we returned from Tuolumne Meadows, and my body is still in the final stages of recovery. My shoulders are peeling, my joints are stiff, and I’ve got scabs on …
Pushing the Grade
A few things have happened since I last updated this blog. I strained the A2 pulley in my left middle finger (again). We ordered Zane an 8″ thick bouldering pad from Asana, since he’s climbing …
Joshua Tree and a Season in Review
After three amazing weekends in a row in Joshua Tree, I was feeling a little bummed. I met Joey at the gym, like usual, and we climbed some random routes without much motivation or enthusiasm. …
Joshua Tree: One More Climb
Finally, a trip outdoors. It’s been much too long since we’ve been on real rock. The season began, and it quickly came to an end when Joey sublexed his shoulder on a climb at Holcomb. …
Joshua Tree
Followers of this blog may recall that our last climbing trip was determined by a coin flip; heads for Holcomb. The alternative, Joshua Tree, would wait a few weeks, which leads me to tonight’s write-up. …