Adventure Movie: “Am Limit”

Guest author: Lynny Young

In 2007, brothers Thomas Hubert and Alexander Hubert broke the speed climbing record by scaling El Capitan’s nose route in just 2 hours and 45 minutes. Most climbers take between three and five days to summit El Capitan, the highest peak in Yosemite National Park.

The movie, “Am Limit” staring the Hubert brothers was released in 2007. The movie is titled “To the Limit” on the Netflix release and is 1 hour 36 minutes in duration and includes subtitles.

The cinematography of the movie is breathtaking as is the successes and failed attempts captured during the filming. I was inspired by the open discussion about the climbers’ inner realms and the feelings of euphoria and fear they experience when attempting and succeeding a climb.

One landlady in the movie asks them why they continue to push themselves to such risky levels? They can only answer that they feel compelled to climb and reach higher challenges. It is an expression of their being.

Leg us know your feedback on the film if you view it.

Romancing the Camper

Guest author: Lynny Young

There’s not much more I enjoy where romance is concerned than snuggling up to my favorite camper and falling asleep in his arms. This past week as we journeyed through the inner banks region of North Carolina, we came across a beautiful area of Kure Beach that spawned all sorts of future romantic camping ideas.

As we walked along the beach, we recognized how amazing it would have been to have arrived prepared to share a fire as the sun settled over the sparkling waters. I imagined a future moment with my valentine, snuggled close warming hot cocoa and browning sweet marshmallows as we prepared s’mores to share. These simple moments are the kindling needed for planning romantic camping getaways.

Here are some simple tips for spicing up a camping trip:

– Research camp sites that allow you ample privacy to be alone and out I’d the watchful gaze I’d other campers and families

– Bring along a bundle of firewood and kindling to make starting a fire a snap

– Setup your tent and if you do not already have one, purchase a two-person sleeping bag that will allow you to slip inside and find interesting ways to stay warm. Remember, women are all about “touch” and sparks will ignite more easily if you aren’t rustling around in layers of clothing trying to keep warm!

I can recommend the “Bonnie and Clyde” double sleeping bag. It has ample room for two though it can be separated for singular sleeping. The sleeping bag comes with two pillows, is lined with soft flannel and is suitable down to 30 degree temperatures.

– Speaking of keeping warm: if you are Winter camping, you may need to consider bringing along your propane heater to keep your tent a comfortable temperature.

– Bring along ample lighting to cast a warm glow inside your tent

– Bring along food items that you have prepared at home to remove some of the camping set up stress. No camper feels particularly romantic when rushed or exhausted by setting up camp. Think pic-nic food or simple groaning board foods that you can set out on a platter and share: previously prepared and chilled pasta salad, olives, sliced cheeses, deli meats, French rolls for easy sandwiches, seedless grapes (always romantic for offering food to your mate). If you aren’t a cook, a quick trip to the deli counter at your local market will offer you many pre-made and fresh options to choose from.

Don’t forget dessert! Sweeten up the ambiance by roasting marshmallows and making s’mores. Another simple but sweet option is to share strawberries and chocolates while sipping a nice white wine.

– Wake up with the sunrise and enjoy some hot coffee and a nice breakfast before enjoying a hike together in the woods. Who knows you may be inspired to test out your double sleeping bag once again before breaking camp and going home with a new sweet memory in tow.

Don’t be shy. Share your romantic camping ideas in the comment section below.