In Search of the Knopfler Rock
Shaun turns a lifetime musical passion into an adventure with a good mate, to the wild shores of western Scotland. Totally worth the effort!
Stories
Broken Hill and Silverton – Four Mates on an Outback Road Trip
Four old friends take a road trip to some remote iconic Australian locations.
Seeking the Source of the Delaware River
Elizabeth recounts her efforts to find the source of the Delaware River, which had been a big part of her life growing up. The exact source proved hard to find but she was able to approximate it, and see some beautiful country along the way.
A Totally Unnecessary Trip to Poipet, Cambodia
I recently spent a week in Seam Reap, Cambodia, and decided to go to Poipet, just for a look around. Overall, it was a most unimpressive experience - but one that I will remember.
Lockerbie, Scotland: A Short Stop, A Big Impression
Allan visited the site of the Lockerbie plane sabotage and crash of 1988. Most of us have forgotten this tragic incident, but a walk through the memorial garden will bring it back - as it should.
Volunteering at the Youth Charity Foundation, Thailand
Lone takes us for a visit to the YCF orphanage near Chiang Mai, where she volunteers on a regular basis. This is a facility that provides education and life skills to children who would otherwise have poor prospects.
Trapped Again – Between a Himalayan Storm and a Rather Large Cat
Following on from the dramas getting to Kathmandu, Muz and Dan reminisce on the trip from Kathmandu to Lukla. Somehow they got there, to start a memorable trek to Base Camp and beyond.
The Kerry Way and Other Irish Adventures
This is Willy’s story of his time in Ireland, culminating in a trek around the Kerry Way in 2025 with three friends. The Kerry Way is a walking route, of manageable sections, through the diverse landscapes of County Kerry, winding past rugged mountains, pristine lakes, and coastal cliffs, offering immersion in the wild beauty and ancient heritage of Ireland’s southwest.
The Kimberley – Footprints on Ancient Lands
Mark returns to the Kimberley region after a long absence. He travels broadly and sees things that have not changed - and things that have.