I'm So Proud of My Kids, My Daughters Now Cave for Fun
How my daughters went from horse-loving teens to Mountain Leaders and Cave Guides. A funny, heartfelt post about pride, change, and not understanding your kids' hobbies anymore
Tag: Patagonia
Note – 2025-12-28 10:10
I'm looking back today and find I'm missing the tranquility of those unknown hiking trails in Patagonia we frequented. The twisted and torn forests of lenga and birch. The not knowing quite what was r...
Note – 2025-12-28 08:57
@Ali only you know what conditions you are likely to meet. I guess similar to those we met in Patagonia where we swapped out ultra lightweight for durability reasons
Note – 2025-12-22 07:49
@Badgardener I'm just a bit wary with headlines like these after seeing with my own eyes the consequences of Eco tourism growth in Patagonia recently.
Patagonia’s Price Tag - When Conservation Becomes a Luxury Business
Patagonia stands at a crossroads. One path leads to a future where wilderness is a gated asset, a serene backdrop for the ultra-wealthy. The other leads back to the core principles of true ecotourism and public protection, where conservation benefits ecosystems and local communities, and awe-inspiring places remain for all.
Note – 2025-12-17 19:37
@germantr Pasar cinco semanas en El Chaltén fue increíble. Las rutas menos turísticas fueron las mejores. Tranquilas e interesantes.
Note – 2025-12-17 18:10
@germantr yo si, pero estoy residente en España. Acabo de regresar de 5 semanas en la Patagonia.
Note – 2025-12-17 08:34
Some of the most insane mountain photography ever from this amazing winter ascent of Cerro Torre by Colin Haley https://colinhaley.com/cerro-torre-winter-solo/
The Return Journey, A Patagonian Farewell
The journey home was a breeze, a stark, welcome contrast to the stress and queues of the outward leg. This was the easy part, a long exhale after over a month of wonders.
Note – 2025-12-04 17:35
@saarmuller @[email protected] @Ali really works too. Used it every day here in Patagonia.
Note – 2025-12-03 14:56
Looking out from Cerro Paredón near El Chalten towards the east over Lago Viedma to the mountains beyond. Horizontal lines of steppe, pampas, lake, mountains, cloud and sky. A few icebergs can be seen...
The Hidden Lake, To Share or Not to Share?
Water of a piercing blue, fringed by beaches of sand the colour of the Sahara. We were, of course, immediately captivated. A plan was formed.
Note – 2025-12-02 23:53
This is quite an unusual image that we didn't realise we had captured until later that day. This is the magnificent Cerro Torre summit in the late afternoon sun. We knew there were condors flying arou...
Note – 2025-12-02 23:10
The story of our recent encounters with the Andean Condor https://scribbles.page/patagonia-diaries/posts/the-condor-s-call-a-test-of-patience-in-patagonia-part-2
Note – 2025-12-02 22:51
The Condor approaching was anything but steady, tossed and jostled by the cliff-face turbulence. She was coming home to find her mate. With an expert’s grace, she mastered the chaos. She lined up her...
The Condor's Call, A Test of Patience in Patagonia (Part 2)
The condors taught us that the most magnificent views often lie just beyond the point where you think you can wait no longer
Note – 2025-11-30 11:37
Apologies to all my veggie friends for this. I live with a vegetarian and eat almost 95%+ vegetarian food. Love it. But sometimes, especially in Patagonia, you just have to eat a half a sheep.
Note – 2025-11-29 21:10
Our final week here in El Chaltén, Can't believe 4 weeks already. Comfortable here, surrounded by warm, friendly people & a great selection of bars & restaurants. We've been doing lots of stunning tre...
Note – 2025-11-28 19:38
Close up images of the summits of Cerro Torrre, Egger and Standhardt. from the Torre valley.
Note – 2025-11-28 19:35
After our failure with photographing the Andean Condor yesterday today we opted for a more static subject. Yes, the magnificent Cerro Torre. I might be biased, but to me this is the finest looking mou...