Tag Archives: cultural experience

AAC – ACI Climber’s Exchange in the Tetons

Posted on 09/09/2010 by Haliku

While many were enjoying picnics and BBQ’s with their loved ones at family gatherings and block parties I went north to Grand Teton National Park for the first half of the USA-Iran climber exchange hosted by the American Alpine Club … Continue reading →

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Iranian Climbers Exchange: The First Half

Posted on 30/07/2010 by Haliku

The Iranian Climbers Exchange project that I wrote about in May has evolved from a concept into reality.  It is one thing to make up a list of who might go to Iran next year if the stars align, it … Continue reading →

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Market Day in Antigua

Posted on 18/07/2010 by Haliku

Saturday is market day in Antigua, Guatemala.  While the marketplace, or mercado, is open all week the number of vendors—selling their crops, livestock or wares—increases one day a week.  Most markets in Latin America have a day that is the … Continue reading →

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Iranian Climbers Exchange

Posted on 28/05/2010 by Haliku

AAC_LOGO I have been fairly quiet on the climbing front recently mainly due to race training and my application back in February to be a climber delegate in an exchange between USA and Iran.  The Alpine Club of Iran and … Continue reading →

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WayPoint Namibia: Adventure and Culture in Africa

Posted on 06/05/2010 by Haliku

A friend of mine, Majka, has been pursuing her passions by integrating writing and climbing for many years.  Her latest project evolved out of this synergy into video.  Her 30 minute documentary was recently released and has been well received … Continue reading →

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Mexican Rock & Roll

Posted on 22/11/2008 by Haliku

Mexican Rock I am recently back from two trips since my last post.  Both trips were part of my adventure travel company Haliku Adventures. While I unpack, download pictures, and reassimilate into the USA mainstream let me leave you with … Continue reading →

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