Man-venture 2010

For those unaware, I embarked on an epic man adventure (or "man-venture") a few weeks ago. Five days in the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness, 51.6 miles. It's difficult to sum up a trip like that, but I'll say it was incredibly difficult, with bits of fun, stunning natural beauty, and hugely rewarding in a lot of different ways. I went with a great group of guys, and while I don't know that I'd do this exact one again, I'd be up for another adventure with that crew in the future.

The pictures here show the good stuff, which is what I'll remember in the end. Right now I still recall the crippling blisters (which are still healing), baking sun, sixteen miles in a day, and switchback at Rattlesnake creek.

Madness comes early for some

This is a video of my son filling out his NCAA men's basketball tournament bracket on 3/17, just about three months before his third birthday.