Category Archives: Miscellaneous

To Begin Ice Climbing

Posted on January 5, 2012 by hikingwithbarry

Several years ago, Dave B. prepared this checklist for people considering the pursuit of the sport of ice climbing.  The piece makes me laugh every time I read it, perhaps because it may be more truth than fiction. To Begin Ice Climbing                Author – Dave … Continue reading →

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Two Wolves

Posted on April 22, 2011 by hikingwithbarry

Two Wolves One evening, a Cherokee Elder told his grandson about a battle that goes on inside people. He said, “My son, the battle is between two “wolves” inside us all. One is Evil. It is anger, envy, jealousy, sorrow, … Continue reading →

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The Walk for Breast Cancer – Calgary – Hiking Alberta

Posted on April 9, 2010 by hikingwithbarry

Each year, in several Canadian cities including Calgary, a 60 KM (37.5 mile) walk, over 2 days, is hosted to support the treatment and eventual cure of breast cancer.  Eligibility is established by raising a minimum dollar amount in pledges. Registration … Continue reading →

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