I love the idea of cutting back on turn by turn navigation. Besides the opportunity to explore by accident, I know GPS has eroded my ability to navigate using a map and memory. Even in the backcountry I find myself sticking to trails and constantly checking my phone to ensure I’m on route and on time. I preordered Alex’s book. Thanks to this interview I’ll have it jump (my ever growing)book queue. Thanks Michael for another-great post. Good timing given your current adventure. I’m guessing based on this interview you’ll abjure the use of GPS for your hike to increase the opportunity for exploration.
This was a great interview. The last couple questions about exploring in cities and in everyday life really reminded me of the idea of micro adventures. I first heard of this concept from author/adventurer Alastair Humphreys. He talks all of how to pursue the spirit of adventure in everyday life and what it looks like to make adventures around the time you have available and within your community. I highly recommend you check out his ideas and books!
I read Humphreys' book while living in London and his micro adventure concept really resonated. Thinks like taking your bike on the train to a few cities away and then figuring out how to cycle home or spending the night in the woods before going into the office (and showering at the office gym, if they have one) where very small, do-able adventures.
Nice interview. This book sounds right up my street so will have to get it. I'm in my 40s with a family now so have less opportunity for grand exploration these days, after doing a lot of travel in my younger days. I still try for fun ways to explore tho. One thing I've enjoyed is something I read in an interview with Lazerus Lake, the organiser of Barkley Marathons. He got a map of his local area and marked off every road he ran on and tried to cover every street and track on the map. Fun way of exploring your area!
There is a Facebook group in my area that tags and shares all the dirt roads in the county for folks interested in walking them. They even did a photo exhibit at the local historical society.
I love the idea of cutting back on turn by turn navigation. Besides the opportunity to explore by accident, I know GPS has eroded my ability to navigate using a map and memory. Even in the backcountry I find myself sticking to trails and constantly checking my phone to ensure I’m on route and on time. I preordered Alex’s book. Thanks to this interview I’ll have it jump (my ever growing)book queue. Thanks Michael for another-great post. Good timing given your current adventure. I’m guessing based on this interview you’ll abjure the use of GPS for your hike to increase the opportunity for exploration.
This was a great interview. The last couple questions about exploring in cities and in everyday life really reminded me of the idea of micro adventures. I first heard of this concept from author/adventurer Alastair Humphreys. He talks all of how to pursue the spirit of adventure in everyday life and what it looks like to make adventures around the time you have available and within your community. I highly recommend you check out his ideas and books!
I read Humphreys' book while living in London and his micro adventure concept really resonated. Thinks like taking your bike on the train to a few cities away and then figuring out how to cycle home or spending the night in the woods before going into the office (and showering at the office gym, if they have one) where very small, do-able adventures.
Well two more books to order! Great Q&A. Love how affirming these have been (and I’ve enjoyed these more than the video interviews).
Nice interview. This book sounds right up my street so will have to get it. I'm in my 40s with a family now so have less opportunity for grand exploration these days, after doing a lot of travel in my younger days. I still try for fun ways to explore tho. One thing I've enjoyed is something I read in an interview with Lazerus Lake, the organiser of Barkley Marathons. He got a map of his local area and marked off every road he ran on and tried to cover every street and track on the map. Fun way of exploring your area!
I recently completed every trail in my local national park! It's a small park, but it was so satisfying exploring each and every trail
There is a Facebook group in my area that tags and shares all the dirt roads in the county for folks interested in walking them. They even did a photo exhibit at the local historical society.
Just started this book! Great recommendation.