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Who is up for Adventure Time! (Not the show, actual adventures)
Ok guys, I haven't seen enough adventure amongst the crew on here so I am suggesting that we all go out on various adventures. My name is Phil and I am an unemployed outdoor guide. I am trained in and can teach
Mountaineering, Kayaking, Rock Climbing, Bouldering, Repelling, Ice Climbing, Hiking Skills, Backpacking, General wilderness knowledge, Survival techniques, Search and rescue, Wilderness medicine and care, Geocashing, Sailing, Tracking, Fencing, Cooking for the outdoors and Caving.
I have other personal interests in various activities but no formal training, I would still be more than happy to share my knowledge and any acquired experience that I have on activities such as,
Parkour, Urban exploration, Buildering, Biking, Swimming, Diving, Tree climbing and Skiing.
There are others I am sure I've forgotten. Regardless this is what I can do. I would love to organize a monthly, bi-weekly or possibly weekly trip with you guys. So if you have previous experience or want to learn something new I would love to meet up with you.
Well here are a few trip suggestions that I have for our first trip on May 1st, If you don't see anything you like please just make a suggestion and I will add it to the list for people to vote on it.
Hike up Mt. Monadnock, Jaffery NH
(Opportunities for bouldering and some scrambling on the climb up)
Votes: 0
This mountain is the second most climbed mountain in the world second to Mount Fuji. There are numerous way to ascend the the mountain ranging from very challenging to a very easy leisurely trail with some great views and in the fall the mountain side is covered in blue berries. Depending on the crowd and skill level this trek could take from 4 to 7 hours and perhaps a bit more if we choose to do some bouldering near the summit. A great hike for all skill levels.
Island Hopping in Narragansett Bay, Bay Kayaking
(Opportunities for Fishing and even some urban exploration)
Votes: 0
I currently have two single open top ocean kayaks and one tandem open top ocean kayak. I could take a total of three people plus myself between islands there are not a whole lot of them but some fishing could be done at any point and then some hiking once we get to the islands. In addition to exploring a few decommissioned military instalments on one of the islands.
Indoor Rock Climbing at Carabiner's Rock Gym, New Bedford MA
Votes: 0
This is second largest indoor rock gym in the world and the first largest in the US. This is a great place for anyone to start off of climbing or for experienced climbers to practice, hone your skills and experience a rock gym like never before. Average rate for a lesson and rental gear is $29 cheaper if you have a valid school ID. The term "Valid" can be be pushed.
Outdoor Climbing Quincy Quarry, Quincy MA
Votes: 0
A cool medium sized abandoned quarry that has been filled in by Boston's big dig project. Leaving some great access to mostly beginner routes and a few more difficult ones. I have all the ropes and gear but anyone who participates would need their own harness and climbing shoes but fun times for all. However if you already have you own gear and are more experienced you may want to go climbing somewhere a bit more challenging and we can totally do that too just make a suggestion for a location.
Parkour NYC, New York City NY
Votes: 0
I have never attacked the city from this perspective yet but would be interested to hit the city with you guys. While I am no trained parkour instructor I have worked with a few after-school programs for kids and I do have a lesson plan.I will be attending Connecticon this year and I will be giving a parkour panel and then possibly a workshop or two. So if everyone is interested I could do a lesson and then we could go hit the city.
Geocashing NYC, New York NY
Votes: 0
A simple search on Geocashing.com yeilds 931 results within 100 miles of a Manhattan zip code. If any of you have a gps (a car one will not cut it) then lets go for it. We can pick one at random or with some sort of formula.
Mountain Climbing Hudson River Valley, Beacon NY
Votes: 0
Spent an afternoon with Alex and Rym climbing a mountain in this area last summer. (I can't remember the name) There are some great trails and amazing views all throughout this area. I am sure that Rym could make a few suggestions as to which mountain should we vote on this one.
Urban Exploration, Rochester Subway System, Rochester New York
Votes: 0
Seems like a very interesting adventure. Here is a review of it http://www.infiltration.org/transit-roch.html I don't know if Rym and Scott already know something about this location, but would be interested to hear what they have to say. Could be fun, just a suggestion, if your interested in something else make a suggestion.
Ok everyone submit your votes if you interested and if nothing here appeals to you make a suggestion and I will add it to the list. I will update this post with the vote count.
I look forward to adventuring with everyone.
Cheers,
Phil
Mountaineering, Kayaking, Rock Climbing, Bouldering, Repelling, Ice Climbing, Hiking Skills, Backpacking, General wilderness knowledge, Survival techniques, Search and rescue, Wilderness medicine and care, Geocashing, Sailing, Tracking, Fencing, Cooking for the outdoors and Caving.
I have other personal interests in various activities but no formal training, I would still be more than happy to share my knowledge and any acquired experience that I have on activities such as,
Parkour, Urban exploration, Buildering, Biking, Swimming, Diving, Tree climbing and Skiing.
There are others I am sure I've forgotten. Regardless this is what I can do. I would love to organize a monthly, bi-weekly or possibly weekly trip with you guys. So if you have previous experience or want to learn something new I would love to meet up with you.
Well here are a few trip suggestions that I have for our first trip on May 1st, If you don't see anything you like please just make a suggestion and I will add it to the list for people to vote on it.
Hike up Mt. Monadnock, Jaffery NH
(Opportunities for bouldering and some scrambling on the climb up)
Votes: 0
This mountain is the second most climbed mountain in the world second to Mount Fuji. There are numerous way to ascend the the mountain ranging from very challenging to a very easy leisurely trail with some great views and in the fall the mountain side is covered in blue berries. Depending on the crowd and skill level this trek could take from 4 to 7 hours and perhaps a bit more if we choose to do some bouldering near the summit. A great hike for all skill levels.
Island Hopping in Narragansett Bay, Bay Kayaking
(Opportunities for Fishing and even some urban exploration)
Votes: 0
I currently have two single open top ocean kayaks and one tandem open top ocean kayak. I could take a total of three people plus myself between islands there are not a whole lot of them but some fishing could be done at any point and then some hiking once we get to the islands. In addition to exploring a few decommissioned military instalments on one of the islands.
Indoor Rock Climbing at Carabiner's Rock Gym, New Bedford MA
Votes: 0
This is second largest indoor rock gym in the world and the first largest in the US. This is a great place for anyone to start off of climbing or for experienced climbers to practice, hone your skills and experience a rock gym like never before. Average rate for a lesson and rental gear is $29 cheaper if you have a valid school ID. The term "Valid" can be be pushed.
Outdoor Climbing Quincy Quarry, Quincy MA
Votes: 0
A cool medium sized abandoned quarry that has been filled in by Boston's big dig project. Leaving some great access to mostly beginner routes and a few more difficult ones. I have all the ropes and gear but anyone who participates would need their own harness and climbing shoes but fun times for all. However if you already have you own gear and are more experienced you may want to go climbing somewhere a bit more challenging and we can totally do that too just make a suggestion for a location.
Parkour NYC, New York City NY
Votes: 0
I have never attacked the city from this perspective yet but would be interested to hit the city with you guys. While I am no trained parkour instructor I have worked with a few after-school programs for kids and I do have a lesson plan.I will be attending Connecticon this year and I will be giving a parkour panel and then possibly a workshop or two. So if everyone is interested I could do a lesson and then we could go hit the city.
Geocashing NYC, New York NY
Votes: 0
A simple search on Geocashing.com yeilds 931 results within 100 miles of a Manhattan zip code. If any of you have a gps (a car one will not cut it) then lets go for it. We can pick one at random or with some sort of formula.
Mountain Climbing Hudson River Valley, Beacon NY
Votes: 0
Spent an afternoon with Alex and Rym climbing a mountain in this area last summer. (I can't remember the name) There are some great trails and amazing views all throughout this area. I am sure that Rym could make a few suggestions as to which mountain should we vote on this one.
Urban Exploration, Rochester Subway System, Rochester New York
Votes: 0
Seems like a very interesting adventure. Here is a review of it http://www.infiltration.org/transit-roch.html I don't know if Rym and Scott already know something about this location, but would be interested to hear what they have to say. Could be fun, just a suggestion, if your interested in something else make a suggestion.
Ok everyone submit your votes if you interested and if nothing here appeals to you make a suggestion and I will add it to the list. I will update this post with the vote count.
I look forward to adventuring with everyone.
Cheers,
Phil
Comments
Well mate you've got the best country in the world for mountaineering training right next to you. Just climb Mount Cook a few times and you'll be an expert in no time.
Anyway, I'd love to go caving, but I'm in the midwest. My summer is going to be spent mountain biking.
If there is more interest for an earlier date let me know.
Cheers,
Phil
But if anyone wanted to come here and go sailing...
(This also might be a euphemism for sex. We can't be sure.)