This means YOU!
It's not going to be possible to maintain an up to date list of each and every donation as they come in, but the fact is that we fully understand that these small, personal gifts will be the bread and butter that sustains us. For that, I wish to extend my deepest gratitude from the start. Without your help, this trip would be impossible.
However, we think we have come up with a unique solution to the problem, and that is what this page is for! If you have been so kind as to support the Teddy and Terrie Trailwork Tour in any way, I hope you'll take a moment to click on the little "Comments" icon below, and give yourself a round of applause.
Whether you've purchased an item from the Trailwork Tour section of our ClimbAddict shop at CafePress.com, clicked through to our PayPal Donations account(Not Yet Available, ETA 8/01/08) and donated funds, or handed me a handout as our paths have crossed on the road, please take a moment to let us know!
You can be as modest as you like, and remain anonymous, or give as much detail as you want to. If you have a personal or small business website, feel free to mention the link and invite others over for a look.
Second to last, but not least in any way - Good wishes and kind words are so important. Perhaps you're not in a position, or of the inclination, to drop a dollar in the hat, but have a tip, suggestion, or wise words to share. If you'd like to extend well wishes for Teddy and I on our journey, I hope you will feel free to do so. Just click that comments button to do so. Thanks again to all, and may our paths cross as we travel our roads in life.
Lastly: Please note that all comments must be manually accepted before appearing online. We receive notification as comments come in, and will review and publish at the earliest opportunity. This small delay allows us to filter automated spam. As well, there are likely to be some detractors intent on being malicious. We reserve the right to reject any comments.
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View of the Shawangunk Ridge from the Mohonk Preserve in Gardiner, NY
Ready for an Adventure?
Teddy and Terrie don't get out enough - and we hope you'll help us change that, by supporting our project - the Teddy and Terrie Trailwork Tour.
The T/T(Trailwork Tour) is a two year road trip around America, beginning in January of 2009, where we will volunteer with various trail crews as they create, maintain and rehabilitate the access and hiking trails that provide the literal foundation for the outdoor recreationist.
Without these trails, the beauty, function and ecological soundness of many popular destinations would suffer, and in some cases be damaged beyond repair. Are you aware that nearly all parks and nature preserves depend on teams of people who volunteer their time and energy to keep trails safe and in good repair? Do you know why this work is so important in the conservation of our natural landscapes? That without these valuable donations of labor, love and time, many of our most cherished nature centers would simply be unable to handle our impact?
Most likely you do have some idea as to how trailwork preserves our beautiful natural landscapes, not only for current users but for the generations to come. Even so, I hope you'll join us here online as we travel the land and work with the many crews we meet along the way. We'll find out what they do, how they do it, and why. The answers may surprise you!
The T/T(Trailwork Tour) is a two year road trip around America, beginning in January of 2009, where we will volunteer with various trail crews as they create, maintain and rehabilitate the access and hiking trails that provide the literal foundation for the outdoor recreationist.
Without these trails, the beauty, function and ecological soundness of many popular destinations would suffer, and in some cases be damaged beyond repair. Are you aware that nearly all parks and nature preserves depend on teams of people who volunteer their time and energy to keep trails safe and in good repair? Do you know why this work is so important in the conservation of our natural landscapes? That without these valuable donations of labor, love and time, many of our most cherished nature centers would simply be unable to handle our impact?
Most likely you do have some idea as to how trailwork preserves our beautiful natural landscapes, not only for current users but for the generations to come. Even so, I hope you'll join us here online as we travel the land and work with the many crews we meet along the way. We'll find out what they do, how they do it, and why. The answers may surprise you!
Overview
When I began rock climbing in 2004, it was as if I had found something I'd been searching for my entire life. The level of consciousness necessary to unlock the vertical puzzles I encountered on each route was intense. As I succeeded, whether it was in making a single transitional move or climbing the line cleanly with no falls, my self-esteem level rose and I became more confident in my abilities and in feeling my place in the world.
Soon enough, I was meeting others who shared my passion, and visiting climbing destinations around the United States. On one of those early trips, my partner and I thrashed our way over terrain on a steep mountainside- bushwacking, as it is called when there is no established path. I was pretty nervous, as I had never really been on a mountain before, much less one that appeared, to my untrained eyes, to have never seen foot traffic before.
My friend told me we actually "were" on a trail, and showed me the vaguest of clues to support his statement. I had to take his word for it, but a few days later we went back along the route and he explained some basic techniques in what as known as "trailbuilding."
This was the start of what has become a very important component in my outdoors recreation. In addition to the fun exercise in climbing and the warm camaraderie found in camping sites around the country, trailwork has enabled me to provide a valuable service for our community.
For more on the story, click here.
NOTE: When viewing Past Posts or other links within the site, please scroll down after the page refreshes. The "Ready for Adventure?" and "Overview" sections are permanently placed on each page.
Soon enough, I was meeting others who shared my passion, and visiting climbing destinations around the United States. On one of those early trips, my partner and I thrashed our way over terrain on a steep mountainside- bushwacking, as it is called when there is no established path. I was pretty nervous, as I had never really been on a mountain before, much less one that appeared, to my untrained eyes, to have never seen foot traffic before.
My friend told me we actually "were" on a trail, and showed me the vaguest of clues to support his statement. I had to take his word for it, but a few days later we went back along the route and he explained some basic techniques in what as known as "trailbuilding."
This was the start of what has become a very important component in my outdoors recreation. In addition to the fun exercise in climbing and the warm camaraderie found in camping sites around the country, trailwork has enabled me to provide a valuable service for our community.
For more on the story, click here.
NOTE: When viewing Past Posts or other links within the site, please scroll down after the page refreshes. The "Ready for Adventure?" and "Overview" sections are permanently placed on each page.
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This sounds like an amazing thing to do! Good luck and post frequently - I wish I was doing it!
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