The Maiden of the Rock: A Deep Dive into Xunantunich Mayan Ruins in Belize Belize is a land rich with history and adventure, and for those who love to explore, its ancient Mayan ruins offer a glimpse into a world both magnificent and mysterious. My wife, Linda, and our friends, Eamon and Athena, and I dedicated our third day in Belize to exploring one of the most magnificent of these sites: Xunantunich, or "The Maiden of the Rock." This post will serve as your comprehensive guide to this breathtaking archaeological site, sharing our firsthand experience and helping you prepare for your own unforgettable journey. The grounds are well-kept, which we noticed the moment we walked into the central plaza, and the site is much bigger than we anticipated. The Journey Begins with a Hand-Cranked Ferry Getting to Xunantunich is a part of the adventure in itself, and it’s a detail that adds to the site's remote and timeless feel. The day of our visit was incredibly sunny, and the dri...
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How to Start a Fire in a Survival Situation (Videos)
Today we have a mashup of all the fire starting videos Jack has made over the years (we will continue to update as we explore new and exciting fire starting techniques). These various methods can be used while hiking, camping, during a disaster, for prepping or just for fun. So have a watch and I hope you enjoy our videos.
Jack using one of his backup techniques to light a fire
Fire Starting with a 9-Volt Battery
In this video, Jack walks everyone through the simple steps of using a 9-volt battery to ignite steel wool. While this might no be the best backup method for hiking, it has a valuable use during a disaster.
Fire Starting with Hand Sanitizer
In this video Jack shows us how easy it is starting a fire using a little hand sanitizer. Hand sanitizer can be found everywhere and most people even take it outdoors on adventures. Not only is hand sanitizer good at keeping your hands clean, all the alcohol in it can be used to start a fire. This is a viable backup method to starting a fire while hiking.
Fire Starting with Insta-Fire
In this video Jack is trying out Insta-Fire for the first time. Insta-Fire is a unique product that has the ability to burn in any condition. The product can burn when wet, on snow, and even float on water while burning. Jack recommends repackaging Insta-Fire so it will fit bettter in your pack.
Fire Starting with Lenses
Jack walks us through using double lenses to start a fire. Jack uses the lenses from a pair of glasses he paid very little for at the local dollar store. Just be mindful, this will work better with more sunlight.
Fire Starting with Homemade Fire Starters
In this video Jack walks us through the steps of creating homemade fire starters. All you need is petroleum jelly (Vaseline). These fire starters are cheap to make, easy to light, and will burn for a few minutes. SO go ahead and give them a try on your next outdoor adventure.
Fire Starting with Flint and Steel
In this video Jack is starting a fire using a tried and true flint and steel set. Flint and steel are one of the most widely available backup fire starting methods. Flint and steel sets are available in most big box stores. Plus, they even the cheap sets are durable and safe enough to keep you safe in an emergency situations.
Let us know your go to method for starting fires in an emergency situation. Interested in more videos then check the Adventures With BeeGee YouTube Channel.
First Time at Sherwood Forest I have recently been introduced to the fun world of renaissance festivals, so Jack and I took a trip to the Ren Faire in McDade, Texas. Upon arrival, a group of characters were handing out flyers to gain attention for their show, which happened to be called Blunt Force Drama. Once we Jack and I finally made it through the festival gates, Blunt Force was of the first shows running. So of course, we stopped there. The show is a melee fighting tournament mixed with adult humor. The show starts by picking judges from the crowd and then the fighting begins. They even have adult humor commercials while you wait for the next round. I thoroughly enjoyed the fighting and the humor, but some might find it offensive (it was pretty racy). Also, I wouldn't take kids. Once the show finished, we followed Jack's policy of taking a lap around the grounds to see what shops and shows are available. This led me to find some awesome leather armor...
Tubing Down the San Marcos River Linda here for Adventures with BeeGee. We’ve been adventuring more aggressively since the Salkantay trek. My goal this August is to continue the adventuring while catching up on blog entries to ensure we preserve these great memories. On Saturday, July 20th, Jarrett, a friend of ours, and I went tubing down the San Marcos River. I realized I had been living in Austin for almost four years now and had not done this iconic Hill Country tourist activity. To be honest, we probably hadn't done it before because I only learned how to swim last year and am not the most comfortable in the water. The San Marcos River is relatively shallow, and the heat in Texas is unbearable, so if you want to enjoy the outdoors but are uncomfortable with water, this is a great option. The water is initially cold, but once the sun comes out, it starts feeling like a great relief from just lying on your tube. If you’re comfortable with water and swimming, I su...
Preparing for the 100-mile Extended Mountain Loop It’s been a while, but I finally found the time to make it back out to Big Bend National Park. If you are interested in our first trip to Big Bend, you can follow along here: Big Bend 2015 . I headed out for the trip around 2 pm on December 2, 2018, for what I’ve termed the Extended Outer Mountain Loop, a 100-mile backpacking trip spanning 7 days. The plan was to meet up with my dad, Bmo, in the Chisos Mountains, cache water, and then start the adventure. Planned 7-day route for Big Bend National Park Big Bend National Park Background Location: 310, Alsate Dr, Big Bend National Park, TX 79834 Admission: $25 per vehicle, $14 campsites, $12 backcountry pass Elevation: 1,800 to 7,832 ft. Weather: Varied from rainy, cloudy, and sunny, 30 to 65°F Difficulty: Strenuous Website: https://www.nps.gov/bibe/index.htm 7 days' worth of food The Drive Out I didn't get to leave as early as I would have liked ...
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