Occasionally, it’s ok to pinch yourself and then give yourself a pat on the back. If you’d told me 5, heck even 2 years ago, that I’d be published in a National Geographic print magazine—even a sister title—I would’ve laughed.
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La Sentinelle: Founders Bruno Compagnet and Layla Kerley Lead With Their Hearts
In a world driven by ego, competition, and self-gratification, Layla and Bruno’s La Sentinelle is a true Renaissance for ski mountaineering. Created to celebrate the real spirit of adventure and share it with their core community, they say the non-competitive ski traverse holds its merit is in its diverse participants and exceptional terrain.
Short & Sweet: The Reward Of Unplanned Adventures
It doesn’t always have to be planned. It doesn’t always have to be epic. Sometimes, simply getting outside, into nature, doing something new, going somewhere unexpected or looking with fresh eyes is all you need…
A Night at the Cabine des Aiguille Rouges
Last weekend we toured up Arolla valley with two friends Robin & Simmy to spend the night in Cabane des Aiguilles Rouges, perched high on the mountain side at 2821m..
A Big Mission to Mueller Hut, Mount Cook National Park
Most probably one of my biggest challenges but greatest achievements! Ski touring to Mueller Hut has been on my todo list for the past 3 years since living in New Zealand…
Before I knew it I was clambering up a famous ridge, nicknamed by locals as the Pepsi Max, with skis on back, crampons on feet and a 12 strong group of men. Tethered together as we careful teetered on the ridge with significant drops either side, I was definitely awake now!