APRIL 29, 2008 -- BOULDER, CO

I wrap up an active April speaking calendar on Wednesday in Boise, Idaho, at the 5th Annual Quiet Commotion Summit, where environmental groups and public land management agencies will be discussing the recreation future of our state and federal lands.

Afterwards, my summer hiking schedule begins, starting with a 3-week trip to South Africa. Other possible or likely trips this year include the Alaska Mountain Wilderness Classic in June, the Sierra High Route in early-July, a traverse of Iceland in July and August, and finally a long bike-hike trip around the northern West. I’ll be updating this site with photos and video periodically after each trip.

Redwood Creek Greater Outdoors Project

In late-May I’ll be a judge for the Redwood Creek Greater Outdoors Project, in which environmental non-profit organizations committed to maintaining or improving America’s wide-open spaces are eligible to receive up to a $50,000 grant to fulfill a specific project. The deadline for applications is May 15th. Please visit www.redwoodcreek.com/greatoutdoors for more information, and please send this link to any contacts of yours that work for an eligible environmental group so they can apply. Thanks for getting the word out.

APRIL 24, 2008 -- BOULDER, CO

I'm cleaning out my photo inventory before taking off for the summer. Sale prices: $10 for 8x10's and $15 for 11x14's. Limited prints and sizes. Only while supplies last, or through Tuesday, April 29th.

The store will be closed until October or November, so if you were thinking about purchasing a print, please do so within the next 6 days.

APRIL 7, 2008 -- BOULDER, CO

Redwood Creek Wine’s Campfire Classic

Do your friends invite you camping because you’re skillful with a skillet? Do you not let anyone within 5 feet of your backyard grill? Now through April 15th, submit your gourmet campfire recipe at www.redwoodcreek.com/campfire for a chance to win $10,000 AND a $5,000 donation to your favorite national park!

The third national Redwood Creek Wine’s Campfire Classic cook-off is heading to four cities this spring—Seattle, Fort Worth, Chicago and Washington, D.C.—to determine the top cast-iron chef in each region. Five finalists will then receive $1,000 and compete for the big bucks at the Grand Finale in New York City on June 26, 2008. Entering is easy, so submit your recipe before your taxes!

March 23, 2008 -- Boulder, CO

My late-March and April presentation schedule is below. After these, I do not anticipate doing more presentations until the Fall.

Washington DC | Sat, March 29, 3:30pm & Sun, March 30, 11:30am | Adventures in Travel Expo, Washington Convention Center*

Flagstaff, AZ | Wed, April 9, 7pm | Babbitt’s Backcountry

Grand Canyon Village, AZ | Fri, April 11, 7pm | Canyon Village Marketplace

Tucson, AZ | Sat, April 12, 9:30am | Summit Hut

Bozeman, MT | Thur, April 17, time TBD | Emerson Center

Minneapolis, MN | Sat, April 26, 2 & 4pm and Sun, April 27, 12pm | Midwest Mountaineering*

Boise, ID | Wednesday, April 30, 7:30pm | Quiet Commotion, Owyhee Plaza Hotel*

*Notes:

• Adventures in Travel Expo (Washington DC): Email me for a free coupon; otherwise it is $10.
• Midwest Mountaineering Expo: The Saturday 2pm & Sunday 12pm presentations will be on the Great Western Loop; the Saturday 4pm presentation will be a lightweight backpacking clinic.
• Quiet Commotion (Boise, ID): Email me if you would like to attend; it’s a private conference but the organizers are offering general admittance to my presentation with prior notice.

February 12, 2008 -- Boulder, CO

NEW PRINT PRICES! Due to a volume discount with the photo lab I have been able to reduce print prices.

Photographic prints of 10 of the best images taken during my Great Western Loop hike are now available for purchase. They are available in two sizes (8x10 and 11x14) and are very reasonably priced ($20 and $35, respectively). All prints will be personally signed.

These stunning prints showcase the beauty of the West's wild lands and capture the essence of the backcountry experience during which they were taken. Perfect for your home or office, or as a gift for a fellow outdoor enthusiast, please order yours today.

I greatly appreciate your support for my continuing efforts to inspire and educate people about our magnificant wild places.

January 4, 2008 -- Boulder, CO

Happy New Year everyone.

I wanted to announce a few slideshows that I have coming up, in case one is in your area and you would like to attend. They include 5 shows at REI locations:

Friday, Feb 1st -- REI, Boulder, CO
Tuesday, Feb 5th -- REI, Lakewood, CO
Wednesday, Feb 6th -- REI, Colorado Springs, CO
Thursday, Feb 7th -- REI, Englewood, CO
Friday, Feb 22nd -- REI Flagship, Denver, CO

All shows start at 7pm and will be over around 8:30pm. You do not need to sign up -- just show up, and bring a friend too if you would like. I will be raffling away products from some of my sponsors, including DeFeet and Headsweats and probably others.

I am also presenting at several Adventures in Travel Expos, including:

Saturday, Jan 11th -- NYC, 4:45pm
Sunday, Jan 12th -- NYC, 2pm
Saturday, Jan 26th -- Chicago, 11:15am
Saturday, Feb 9th -- Long Beach, CA, 1pm

Admission into the expos is $10 (sorry, wish it was free), though here's a coupon to knock it down to $5: coupon.

Lastly, I am giving a presentation at the Winter Market Outdoor Retailer in Salt Lake City on Thursday, January 24th, at 12pm at the Marriot. The event is sponsored by the Conservation Alliance, the Outdoor Industry Association, and GoLite. To attend Outdoor Retailer you need a badge, but I *think* you could probably get into this event without one, though don't quote me on that.

If you are interested in having me speak at an event you have coming up (or an event that you would make happen) please email me. I am living in Boulder, CO, and am willing to present for local schools, Boy Scout Troops, and outdoor groups; I am also available for corporate events. (Covering my expenses and/or offering an honorarium may be requested, depending on the group.)