Climbing, Crossroads, and Family – Joshua Tree Tweetup 2009
I've put off writing my Joshua Tree Tweetup trip report for a while now because I've been struggling to figure out how to convey just how amazing the trip was for me. This last weekend, however, I put my down, puffy jacket into the wash, and the smokey campfire smell that has permeated the fabric since the trip has disappeared. I was saddened by this loss since the cozy smell could trigger so many happy memories, but I took it as a sign that I should sit down and put some words on the page...
Joshua tree sunset in Ryan Campground (Photo by D. Lui)
Yosemite, dinosaurs, new friends and experiences
I've fallen a little behind on my blog updates so instead of posting each entry separately, I put together this end of summer recap of my adventures. I had a great summer making new friends, climbing new routes and, yes, there were dinosaurs...
Dinosaurs on Highway 120
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- Backcountry.com My favorite online outdoor clothing/gear seller.
- Black Diamond Fan of the C4s and BD headlamps.
- La Sportiva No matter what I try on, I keep coming back to La Sportiva climbing shoes (I have 5 different pairs!)
- Marmot Marmot made my supercomfy Pinnacle sleeping bag that I LOVE
- Metolius Love the TCUs, PowerCams and omg the Supercam!
- Patagonia Environmentally and socially conscious company that makes awesome, hardwearing clothing.
- REI Where I buy most of my clothes and gear locally.
- Sterling Rope I love my Marathon Pro rope.