Plunge Into Our National Parks
GTJ contributor, Rachael Vorster shares her passion for cold water immersion in US national parks.
Surf Happens @ The Rincon Classic
Set against the backdrop of the storied Highway 101 and the resulting displaced earth, Rincon Beach, specifically The Cove, has been a magnet for surfers for many decades. The Queen of the Coast, as she is affectionately called, awakes from her summer slumber, with a peeling right hand point break every winter.
Depeche Mode, Foreigner – Any Volunteers?
The “hot corner” as it is affectionately known, is a crazy little choke point at the top of the Santa Barbara Bowl. From there you can see the entire city as you sip on a beverage and listen to the opening bands while the sun sets. Pretty sublime.
Running with the Light
I was cold. The air was still. Not a sound could be heard in the predawn darkness. I sat on a small ledge, my hands in gloves, tucked beneath my arms. What would first light be like this morning, at 11,000 feet above sea level?
Beyond Democracy
A summary of the state of South African society and an answer to the question: Should I visit?
