Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Sunday, June 14, 2009
Mount Monadnock serves as good training ground for Africa.
With Kilimanjaro only a bit more than 2 weeks away, my friend Shawn and I drove an hour and a half to get some training in. Being in New England might end up being one of my weak points, once the altitude comes into play. I can train hard, but we are still only a few thousand feet above sea level and you really can't tell how the thin air above 10,000 feet will effect you.
The rugged terrain of New England, and New Hampshire in particular are hard going, especially with a pack and camera equipment to haul up the hill.
The view is incredible, including three states. On a clear day you can see from Mt. Washington to Massachusetts.
Shooting the Summit
We found what looked the like tallest rock outcropping on the summit. There was a good amount of people there, this being one of the most climbed mountains in the area. Mount Monadnock stands about 2000 feet above any other peak within 30 miles and is the tallest peak in southern New Hampshire.
Headed for the Summit
After several long off glimpses of the top, we finally got there, only to find yet another drop off and gully, then a hundred feet back up. The view was worth the work. Getting back was pretty tough though. Took a few extra hours with the packs and all. But, we did make it in the end.
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
africa or bust!
It's official! I'm actually going to go to Africa, and climb Kilimanjaro. I know, sounds crazy. But it's true.
Mom, this one's for you.
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
The Photographer
So my friend, Dave and I went to NYC to find him a new dejembe. And of course I bring my small Nikon with me where ever I go. We had 5 or 6 music stores marked off on Dave's nifty printed map of Manhatten. We also wanted to go up to The Top Of the Rock, and see the city from the 70th floor.
I came across this interesting photog on 50th street near the entrance and asked him if I could snap his pic. He did not even hesitate and said, cool as can be: "You got one shot". I thought it was pretty cool, turning the table on a guy that most likely has taken more photos from this very spot than I have taken anywhere. But something tells me he has found him self on the other end of the camera plenty.
I really should visit the big apple more frequently. Thanks, Dave. And enjoy that drum!
Saturday, April 18, 2009
Reflection
Getting in one last hike before my hernia operation, the light was just right. I kept a quick pace, but stopped for a few shots on Porter Lake. The operation went fine, I am will son be back to training for my trip to Kilimanjaro this June.
Stay tuned for more training pics!
Saturday, April 11, 2009
Out Cropping
This shot was taken from the top of Mt. Tom during a recent training hike. Although it amounts to little more than a bump when compared to MT. Kilimanjaro, every step gets me a little closer. I head to Africa on June 26th and will be increasing my training up until then. Getting my camera equipment to 19,400 ft should end up being an adventure.
Monday, April 06, 2009
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