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...
This post, originally published in 2017, is a review of the Cairn subscription box from 2016. Since then, the service has been acquired by Outside Magazine, and the product has undergone significant changes. For our most recent gear reviews, please see our Gear Reviews page.
If you are interested in a Cairn Box subscription, then take a few minutes to watch the videos below before you make your decision. This is a look back at the past 6 months as Jack unboxes his Cairn boxes so you can see "What's in the box?!" If you like what you see, head on over to Carin to try a subscription or just a single box (this is an affiliate link that will earn a commission). If you are interested in Prepper Gear Box, check out our 6-month mash-up post.
Cairn June 2016
This month’s goodies include: Morakniv Companion knife, Fire Swedish FireSteel 2.0 Scout Firestarter, Epiphany Outdoor Gear Baddest Bee Fire Fuses, and a Chapul Chaco Bar (cricket powder included).
Cairn July 2016
This month’s goodies include: Power Practical lithium 4400 battery pack, Surface Sunscreen SPF 45 Face Stick, and a Picky Bar.
Cairn August 2016
This month’s goodies include: Toaks TiTongs set, Light My Fire Salt & Pepper Plus, Ground 2 Table spice 3 pack, and another Picky Bar.
Cairn September 2016
This month’s goodies include: BS daily tube (a super scarf), Roam App membership, Nite Ize Better Band, All Good SPF 15 lip balm, and a Phive Bar.
Cairn October 2016
This month’s goodies include: Power Practical Luminoodle Light Rope (one of Jarrett’s personal favorites), EasyKlip (pack attachment clip), Loksak (waterproof electronics bag), and a JimmyBar.
Cairn November 2016
This month’s goodies include: Mission Vaporactive boxer briefs (2-pack), Cabin Fever Bandana (featuring games, such as a chessboard), and a Salazon Chocolate 2-Pack.
Cairn Boxes can be hit or miss, but so far, there have been several cool items. Let us know your thoughts on Cairn or another subscription box you like. If you are interested in more videos, then check the Adventures With BeeGee YouTube Channel.
Thank you for the input! We are slowing moving into that kind of content. I will put it at the top of things to do! If you want to see anything else let us know we really appreciate it!
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 ...
Interesting stuff. I'd like to see some follow up videos/post about the "goodies" from each month.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the input! We are slowing moving into that kind of content. I will put it at the top of things to do! If you want to see anything else let us know we really appreciate it!
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