Jan 16th, 2013 at 8:00AM: There are two things you can say with certainty about polar explorer Lonnie Dupre. The man is certainly persistent in his pursuits and he has an undeniable affinity for the cold places of our planet. For the third straight year, Dupre has ventured to Denali (also known as Mt. McKinley) in Alaska to attempt a solo summit of the mountain in January – the coldest, darkest and harshest time of ...Click on a label to read posts from that part of the world.
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Polar Explorer Attempting January Denali Summit Again
Jan 16th, 2013 at 8:00AM: There are two things you can say with certainty about polar explorer Lonnie Dupre. The man is certainly persistent in his pursuits and he has an undeniable affinity for the cold places of our planet. For the third straight year, Dupre has ventured to Denali (also known as Mt. McKinley) in Alaska to attempt a solo summit of the mountain in January – the coldest, darkest and harshest time of ...10 Big Travel Adventures For 2013
Jan 3rd, 2013 at 3:00PM: Though 2013 may only be a few days old, it is never too early to start planning our travels for the year ahead. If you're looking to put a healthy dose of adventure into your life this year, then Gadling is here to help. We have ten suggestions for big travel adventures that are sure to challenge and delight in the months ahead. These journeys are not for the faint of heart, however, as they will ...10 Title-Holding National Parks In The United States
Jul 15th, 2012 at 3:00PM: National parks hold some of the most beautiful and diverse landscapes in the country, and sometimes even the world. Not only do these destinations make for great hiking, biking and adventure sports, but they also allow you to view one-of-a-kind facets you can't find anywhere else on the planet.
While Black Canyon of the Gunnison holds the title of being the country's newest national park, ...Denali National Park Introduces New Sled Dog Pups
Jun 1st, 2012 at 8:00AM: One of the great annual traditions at Denali National Park is the arrival of a new litter of sled dog pups. The park, which is located in Alaska's spectacular and remote wilderness, maintains its own sled dog team for use in patrolling the region throughout the long winter months. Without these teams much of Denali would not be accessible for portions of the year, which makes these trusty canines ...Teen mountaineer completes Seven Summits
Dec 26th, 2011 at 8:00AM: 15 year old mountaineer Jordan Romero has completed his quest to climb the Seven Summits, the tallest mountain on each of the seven continents, and in the process became the youngest person to achieve that feat. On Christmas Eve, Jordan, along with father Paul and stepmother Karen, reached the top of the 16,050-foot Mt. Vinson in Antarctica, the last of the mountains on his list.
Jordan first ...Teen climber Jordan Romero prepares for final Seven Summit
Dec 7th, 2011 at 8:00AM: When we last checked in with teenage mountaineer Jordan Romero, he had just finished climbing Mt. Everest and in the process, setting a record for the youngest person to accomplish that feat. Jordan was 13 at the time, and razor focused on becoming the youngest person to reach the top of the highest mountain on each of the seven continents. Now, a year and a half later, with one mountain still on ...Video: skiing and snowboarding from the summit of Denali
Dec 3rd, 2011 at 10:00AM:
What does it take to ski Denali, North America's' tallest mountain? In addition to a large, metaphorical pair of cojones, which all of the men and women of this film possess, it takes sheer endurance and will to want to climb 20,320 feet just to ski right back down.
The Denali Experiment is a 15-minute film that follows a band of some of the world's best skiers and snowboarders on their ...
Denali sled dog pups on national park's webcam
Sep 24th, 2011 at 9:00AM: Denali National Park, located in the stunning wilds of Alaska, is amongst the more remote and beautiful destinations in the entire U.S. park system. It is well known for its array of wildlife, a single 91-mile scenic road, and as the location of Mt. McKinley, the tallest mountain in North America. What many visitors don't know however, is that the park has its own dog kennel, which is home to a ...See the Serengeti on foot with Mountain Madness
May 2nd, 2011 at 8:00AM: Adventure travel company Mountain Madness is well known for their incredible range of mountaineering and trekking options. Their well trained guides have the skill and knowledge to take clients to some of the most amazing destinations on the planet, including the tops of each of the Seven Summits, the highest peaks on each of the seven continents. But if climbing Everest or Denali is a bit outside ...National parks announce fee free days for 2011
Jan 27th, 2011 at 8:00AM: Over the past few years, it has become a tradition for the National Park Service to waive entry fees into the national parks several times a year. Those fee free days have become extremely popular with frugal travelers, who take advantage of the lack of an entry fee to enjoy some of the best natural wonders that America has to offer.
Earlier this month the Park Service announced their fee free ...Climber hopes to make solo summit of Denali in January
Dec 28th, 2010 at 8:00AM: Standing 20,320 feet in height, Alaska's Denali, also known as Mt. McKinley, is the tallest mountain in North America. Due to its extreme weather conditions throughout most of the year, it is typically only climbed in June and July, when the short Alaskan summer allows for the best access to the summit. But in January, mountaineer and polar explorer Lonnie Dupre will attempt the unthinkable ...Photo of the Day (12.20.10)
Dec 20th, 2010 at 6:30PM:
There's nothing more frustrating on a road trip then getting stuck behind a slow-moving bus or truck that you are unable to pass. Not only are they holding you up, but after a few miles (or worse, a few hours), you simply just get sick of seeing the exact same vehicle in front of you. The only saving grace is if, when you finally do get to pass, the driver of that massive vehicle honks the ...Denali National Park seeks artist in residence
Oct 24th, 2010 at 8:00AM: Are you an aspiring artist looking for some inspiration? Do you enjoy the great outdoors and have a desire to paint spectacular landscapes? Then Denali National Park has an opportunity for you. The park is now taking applications for its artist in residence program, seeking qualified artists to visit during the summer of 2011.
Each of the residency programs is ten days in length and comes with ...Only in Alaska: Flight-seeing Mt. McKinley
Jun 24th, 2010 at 11:30AM: Yesterday we wrote about the tallest mountain in the world: Mt. McKinley (better known as "Denali"). Now, how to view this mighty peak? If you want to see the summit, you have two options: One, you could climb the mountain. But if the training and heights and gear and time are a bit too much for you, then consider a second option: a flight tour.
In both Denali Park (the village just outside the ...Only in Alaska: The tallest mountain in the world
Jun 23rd, 2010 at 11:30AM: Can you name the tallest mountain in the world? Did Mt. Everest just pop into your head? If so, you're close – but not totally correct.
Mt. Everest, at 29,029ft, is the highest mountain in the world. But Everest's base is way up on the Tibetan Plateau at 17,000 feet. So although this mountain reaches an elevation higher than any other on the planet, its base-to-summit height is actually ...National Geographic announces Adventurers of the Year
Feb 25th, 2010 at 8:00AM: Way back in November we told you how you could help National Geographic Adventure select their Adventurer of the Year for 2009. The list of contenders featured ten of the most amazing athletes, explorers, and scientists from around the globe, each doing exciting and unusual things in their field. Now, after three months of balloting and more than 20,000 votes, the winner has been announced. Well, ...Scotsman completes epic ride from Anchorage to Ushuaia
Feb 19th, 2010 at 8:00AM: Scotsman Mark Beaumont completed his Cycling The America's expedition yesterday, reaching Ushuaia, Argentina 268 days after he set out from Anchorage, Alaska. Mark crossed through 12 countries on his journey, racking up 13,080 miles, and climbing two major mountains, in the process. While this would seem like an incredibly long ride for just about anyone else, for Mark it's only his second ...17-year old climber nabs Seven Summits
Jan 20th, 2010 at 10:00AM: 17-year old mountaineer Johnny Collinson of Snowbird, Utah has become the youngest person to climb all the Seven Summits by topping out on Mt. Vinson, the highest peak in Antarctica. The teenager reached the summit, which stands at 16,067 feet, on Monday, completing a quest to reach the top of the highest peaks on all seven continents. Collinson is still in Antarctica and hasn't posted to his ...Alaska national parks: choose your own adventure
Nov 9th, 2009 at 10:00AM: You've probably heard of Denali National Park, home to the tallest mountain in North America. And if you've taken an Alaskan cruise you might have also visited Glacier Bay National Park. But a rental car and a willingness to venture off the tourist track will reward you with rich and wild experiences that many folks miss on a trip to Alaska. Following are two lesser-known national parks that are ...Climb a mountain for charity in 2010
Oct 12th, 2009 at 8:00AM:
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The details for the 2010 Summit For Someone program were announced late last week, and registration has gone live this morning, allowing for experienced and aspiring mountaineers alike to climb a mountain for a cause next year. The program, which is sponsored by Backpacker ...
