I moved to Vancouver at the start of August, and apart from taking a gondola up a mountain, I hadn't really done anything adventurous. This was about to change when I booked a Tinggly zipline tour in Whistler, a popular mountainous area near Vancouver, for my boyfriend and myself. Tinggly is all about giving you a unique experience, and this is exactly what I wanted. We drove from Vancouver to Whistler, a 1,5h drive on the sea to sky route passing gorgeous lakes and beautiful mountain scenery. Unfortunately, we didn't check if there were any events going on on the day, and found ourselves in the middle of the biggest bike race in Canada! Instead of a relaxing 1,5h drive, it took us over 3 hours to get to Whistler. Our patience was properly tested as we were driving at a …show more content…
snails' pace behind a bus. After an hour, we realised we were never going to make it in time, so I phoned the Zipline company and hoped they would be willing to change the time to a later one. Luck was on our side this time, as they were very understanding and moved us to the 12 o' clock group. After 2 hours, we were able to drive a little faster, the roads widened, and there was no sharing of the road anymore with uncoming traffic. Our moods improved drastically when we finally reached Whistler. Parking was not a problem, as there are 4 huge parking lots near Whistler village. Even with the bike race and 1 parking lot dedicated for the storage of bikes, there was still plenty of space available Whistler is a popular destination all year round. It's a great hub for the adventurous with numerous hiking trails on the Whistler and Blackcomb mountains, quad biking tours, mountain-biking and winter sports such as skiing and snowboarding. It's also perfect for a family day out, with the ski lifts and gondolas taking you to both peaks and the peak to peak gondola. On the ground, there are plenty of shops and restaurants to keep you busy after your day up on the mountain. We were booked on the bear tour, which is one of the more calmer zipline tours. It takes around 2,5 to 3h and you'll be going on 5 ziplines. After signing the waiver at Zipline's desk, we made our way to the tent where we were strapped into our harness and given some pointers to be aware of while zipping through the air. Our group consisted of 10 people + 2 guides. We were all ushered into a small bus which took us to an area between Whistler and Blackcomb. On the way, one of our guides gave us some info about the area, the mountains and its inhabitants. And on queue, a black bear made its appearance next to the road. There are between 50-80 black bears around the Whistler area, and is the most dense population in Canada. They usually stay away from people, especially when in group. Make sure you don't have any food out, as this will attract them. After getting off the bus, we walked through the dense forest, with only a few sun-rays coming through the pine trees, up to our first zip line. The whole group was getting more excited and a little nervous, as our guide explained the whole procedure. We basically didn't have to worry about anything. Our guide would strap us on and all we had to do was step down the stairs and off we went. The first zip line was, in my opinion, a warm up. Slow and not very long. My fear disappeared almost instantly as I was zipping down the line. It was over in an instant, and before moving on to the next one, we had to wait for the whole group to zip to the other side. The next lines were more interesting. We walked through a maze of walkways and suspension bridges up in the trees, while our guides talked about the different trees and birds in the area. We arrived at a high point overlooking the tree filled valley with an unusually blue coloured river meandering through. This is were we would zipline next.
The views were spectacular, and the speed much faster. I had a lot of fun soaring through the air, and judging from the screams and laughter, my fellow zippers were having a great time as well. The last zipline was the fastest and longest. Here our guides showed us a few tricks and how to hang upside down. I wish they had showed us sooner, cause I would have loved to have tried a few of those on all lines. On this last one I wanted to make the most of the ride, so I went upside down. It's pretty strange, but fun and I definitely recommend it. A dedicated photographer was taking photos of us from the end of the line, so I was hoping I didn't look like an idiot hanging down. When all of us had arrived safely at the end of the line, a group photo was taken before we stepped back into the small bus and made our way down the mountain. After taking off our harness, we were able to scroll through the photos and decide if we wanted to buy them or not. It costs $25 to get all your photos on a usb stick as well as the group photo. It's not cheap, but it gives you an angle you are just not able to take yourself, so I bought my photos, and I don't regret the
decision. The group quickly dispersed, and my boyfriend and I decided to enjoy Whistler a little longer by taking the gondola up Whistler mountain. The drive back to Vancouver was perfect, almost no traffic, and as it was golden hour, we were treated to some amazing lighting over the lakes and mountains. It was the perfect end to an amazing day. Even though I could have handled a little more action, it was definitely enough adrenaline for the others in my group who had never ziplined before. The area is incredibly beautiful, the guides were knowledgeble and all paths and ziplines were well maintained (they actually looked brand new), so I felt safe the whole time. If you're thinking of booking this tour, make sure to bring your camera/gopro, as it would be a shame to miss all the stunning and fun photos/videos you'll be able to take up there.
ages two and under free, seniors, sixty and up, and children, three to six, $26.99, and adults, seven to fifty-nine, $38.99.
Many folks go their whole lives without having to move. For them it is easy; they know the same people, have loads of friends, and never have to move away from their families. As with me, I was in a different situation. I grew up my entire life, all eighteen years of it, in a small town called Yorktown, Virginia. In my attempt to reach out for a better life style, my girlfriend and I decided we were going to move to Shreveport, Louisiana. Through this course of action, I realized that not two places in this country are exactly alike. I struggled with things at first, but I found some comforts of home here as well.
From August 27th to September 5th a group of university students mainly ranging between the ages of 22 to 25 will be experiencing the park first-hand. As far as the weather, this is an ideal time to experience Algonquin Park because "there are only a few lingering misquotes, the days are warm and the nights are cool" (Friends…, 1998). Within the group of approximately 60 people, the diversity of the individual's outdoor recreation experience is varied. Some have camped, canoed and portaged a great deal while some will be experiencing "the great outdoors" for the first time. Although there will be both rookies and veterans the physical fitness level of all is fairly descent. Therefore, it was only up to the individual to do some informal physical training before the trip if they feel training was needed. However, formal training took place at Northern Edge Algonquin before the group headed into Algonquins interior. Activities such as paddling, orienteering, and first aid were addressed for the first two days of the trip.
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I'm going to tell you about the time me and my buddy Jacob jumped the Port Republic railroad tracks. It was a bright summer day, and me and Jacob were on our way to the junk yard looking for lost treasure. We spent about 1 hour, or 2 in the junk yard looking for a brush gaurd and anything else we could find to fit my old truck. We ended up not finding anything, but it was a fun time finding old stuff that hadn't been touched in years. Anyways we left the yard and started to head back home, but we weren't just cruising we were flying about 85 or 90 down a 55 mph road. We came across these railroad tracks that were pretty elevated, but the best thing was that there was no cars around. The first jump we were probably going about 25 to 30 playing
I expected Hawaii to be a land of good fortune since people who moved to Hawaii always sent money to loved ones. I also expected to get a lot of money faster and easier but those expectations were crushed by reality since I only get paid $4 a month which isn’t as much as I was hoping for. I have to wake up at 5:00 AM to start working on the plantations, I eat lunch at 11:00 AM, and I go to sleep at 8:00 PM. I was provided with free housing and medicine by the estate owner. The men lived in dorm housing if they were single and the room I was in wasn’t the best but it had a bed with a pillow, one window in the back of the room, and a table with one chair. On my time off, I would gamble and talk about stories with others.
Without myself noticing, I’ve opted out of many ingroups I have encountered and instead threw myself into the Christian communities which I could be part of almost everywhere and anytime. I continuously look for that perfect group that I fit in only to see myself back in the starting point. In Canada, I learned that we don’t have to be in the same ingroup to be together and if living in North Carolina has taught me anything, it would be that to cherish and care for you family, friends and your neighbors. I’ve learned that to take my identity for granted, as given, but was always mindful of the differences between myself and those I encounter and how best to set the common factor based on the characteristics or cultural resonance that I could
If you’re into freestyle skiing, triumphing tricks and adventurous antics, this is the place for you. With 75 miles of hills applicable for skiers of all levels, and a bubble ski lift that can fit six passengers, there really isn’t any other place like this. The terrain has rails and bumps that offer opportunities to expand anybody’s skiing style.
The stewardess then directed me towards the back, away from the cockpit. I looked at my ticket and at what seat I'd be sitting in. I had to duck in and around people putting their luggage into the upper compartments and look for my number on the back of my seat that matched my ticket stamp. As I walked past one of the windows, I glanced out and saw the right wing. It somehow gave me reassurance that I'd be fine and I'd soon be having the time of my life. "I'll soon be in the air."
This part of the adventure was the most challenging, but following the spring rains it is considered the most fun for enthusiasts.
This past June, I was given the opportunity to travel to Canada and see the expansive falls with my own eyes. Perhaps the most amazing aspect of the falls is that they are not in some far away place in the country. They are right smack in the middle of a town, the town of Niagara Falls. As a child, I envisioned the falls as a giant rushing shower of water. However, I could never have imagined the great beauty and breathtaking view the falls offer.
Everything seems like it’s falling out of place, it’s going too fast, and my mind is out of control. I think these thoughts as I lay on my new bed, in my new room, in this new house, in this new city, wondering how I got to this place. “My life was fine,” I say to myself, “I didn’t want to go.” Thinking back I wonder how my father felt as he came home to the house in Stockton, knowing his wife and kids left to San Diego to live a new life. Every time that thought comes to my mind, it feels as if I’m carrying a ten ton boulder around my heart; weighing me down with guilt. The thought is blocked out as I close my eyes, picturing my old room; I see the light brown walls again and the vacation pictures of the Florida and camping trip stapled to them. I can see the photo of me on the ice rink with my friends and the desk that I built with my own hands. I see my bed; it still has my checkered blue and green blanket on it! Across from the room stands my bulky gray television with its back facing the black curtain covered closet. My emotions run deep, sadness rages through my body with a wave of regret. As I open my eyes I see this new place in San Diego, one large black covered bed and a small wooden nightstand that sits next to a similar closet like in my old room. When I was told we would be moving to San Diego, I was silenced from the decision.
One of the most enjoyable things in life are road trips, particularly to the Colorado mountains. Getting to spend time with your family and friends, while being in a beautiful place, is irreplaceable. The fifteen-hour road trip may feel never-ending, but gazing at the mountains from afar makes life’s problems seem a little smaller and causes worries to become a thing of the past. Coming in contact with nature, untouched, is a surreal experience. My family trip to the Colorado mountains last summer was inspiring.
The attractions of a long distance hike is exhilarating for the idea of spending several