If you ever drop your keys in molten lava… let them go…

Because, man……….they are GONE… Original post date: October 28, 2016 I suppose my tales of climbing active volcanoes are getting boring, but maaaaybe just one more… At 2552 m of mean volcano madness, Pacaya is the only active volcano close to Antigua, Guatemala.  To date, I had only climbed during the day, affording scenic views Continue reading →

Gratuitous Photo Opp

Original post date: October 26, 2008 Lake Atitlan in Guatemala was recently nominated for one of the new 7 wonders of the world.  It is the deepest lake in Central America and was formed when a huge volcanic eruption created a crater some 84,000 years ago, give or take a couple of days. With its Continue reading →

How to Charter Your Own Private Yacht in 4 Easy Steps

Original post date: October 18, 2008 Location: Utila, Honduras Step 1: After a day of wandering around the island, find a dock from which to watch a sunset, preferably one with a large yacht tied to it. Step 2: Dare yourself to shimmy along the rope to get onto the vessel. Step 3: When the Continue reading →

Are we there yet?

Original post date: October 16, 2008 This is dedicated to all the last minute planers, the fly by the seat of your panters, the I’m sure there will be a bus we can takers.  In Central America…nothing… ever… goes according to plan…. EVER And when the trip notes say a 10 hour travel day, it really means Continue reading →

Volcano Boarding!!!!!

Original post date: October 15, 2008 Who needs snow when you have volcanoes?? Snowboarding is so yesterday.  Nothing says adventure like bailing on volcanic ash.  Here’s to climbing (yet another) ACTIVE volcano and getting down the fun way. Cerro Negro in Leon is one of Nicaragua’s youngest active volcanoes.  It erupts every 6-8 years, the Continue reading →