Sunday, March 15, 2009
Hail in Houston!
On March 15th, 2009 we had a freak hail storm come through West Houston - Ed and I got some pics of the hail before it melted! Luckily we do not see any major damage to either vehicle. How weird!
Thursday, March 5, 2009
Home Projects
If you read Christina and Paul's recent blog, you know that I am starting to get into sewing. Their pillows were my first project and since then, I've been finding tons of stuff to make! This past week, I decided to make some things for our new rock climbing hobby - a chalk bag (will make another one for Ed) and 2 gear bags to hold our harnesses, chalk bag and shoes. Below are some pics - who knew you could combine sewing and adventure sports!?!!
My chalk bag on a clip I got for $0.89 from REI!
My bag - fairly simple - drawstring with a canvas bottom and shoulder strap
Ed's bag - with a zipper pocket for keys and a wallet. (Ed's trying to climb our wall...for proper effect)
An action shot!
My chalk bag on a clip I got for $0.89 from REI!
My bag - fairly simple - drawstring with a canvas bottom and shoulder strap
Ed's bag - with a zipper pocket for keys and a wallet. (Ed's trying to climb our wall...for proper effect)Monday, March 2, 2009
Leave No Trace Training Weekend
Sorry it's been so long since we had a post, but this weekend was definitely post worthy!
This weekend Ed and I joined some students from the University of Texas at San Antonio to attend a Leave No Trace training course at Government Canyon State Park. We had a blast - it was a few hours of classroom learning, and then an overnight backpacking trip. It was beautiful...although VERY cold!!! We definitely tested out the "30 degrees" rating on our bags!
Government Canyon Park is not currently open to campers, so this was a real treat. In addition, we did a challenging night hike with no head lamps or flashlights! It took a little while to adjust our eyes, but it was a great time. The Rangers directed us on the trail so we didn't get lost and we hiked up to a peak where we could see all of San Antonio! It was quite bright at night! We met a lot of great people and learned a lot about respecting the land and wildlife while camping and hiking.
Below are a few pics and links:
Tons of Spanish Moss
Pair of Antlers Ed found in a Tree...he took a picture, but left the antlers!
Tracey - one of our Leave No Trace Traveling Trainers
This weekend Ed and I joined some students from the University of Texas at San Antonio to attend a Leave No Trace training course at Government Canyon State Park. We had a blast - it was a few hours of classroom learning, and then an overnight backpacking trip. It was beautiful...although VERY cold!!! We definitely tested out the "30 degrees" rating on our bags!
Government Canyon Park is not currently open to campers, so this was a real treat. In addition, we did a challenging night hike with no head lamps or flashlights! It took a little while to adjust our eyes, but it was a great time. The Rangers directed us on the trail so we didn't get lost and we hiked up to a peak where we could see all of San Antonio! It was quite bright at night! We met a lot of great people and learned a lot about respecting the land and wildlife while camping and hiking.
Below are a few pics and links:
Tons of Spanish Moss
Pair of Antlers Ed found in a Tree...he took a picture, but left the antlers!
Tracey - one of our Leave No Trace Traveling TrainersSeven Principals of Leave No Trace:
1. Plan Ahead and Prepare
2. Always Camp and Hike on Durable Surfaces
3. Dispose of Waste Properly
4. Minimize Camp Fire Impacts
5. Leave What You Find
6. Respect Wildlife
7. Be Considerate of Other Visitors
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