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reshuffleadventures · 3 years ago

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4/15/22 - E-bike with JHoernsch and Paul

Today, Jake and his dad were planning on hanging out with me. We’d texted the night before, and we’d planned to meet up around 9:30 AM. Jake texted me that he and his dad had left their AirBnB, and their ETA. Around the time that Jake expected to be arriving in town, I started to walk up Juniper Lane towards the main road through Springdale. As I neared the main road, I saw a white convertible drive past and pull into Oscar’s the restaurant across the street. I thought to myself, “that would be a crazy coincidence if some other person was driving a white convertible with the top down into Oscar’s at around the same time that Jake had messaged me.” So I took a gamble, and walked up to the convertible in the Oscar’s parking lot. Right as I approached the car, I got a call on my phone - Jake was calling! I answered the call, and Jake said, “hey Adam, I just pulled into the Oscar’s parking lot, and my dad is running in to grab a table.” Then Jake looked out his window and saw me. He got out of his car and gave me a big hug. We found Paul (Jake’s dad) already sitting at a table. We sat and ordered some breakfast. We chatted about some of Jake’s and Paul’s adventures so far on this roadtrip, some of their adventures on their previous roadtrip in 2010, and about some of Paul’s adventures when he roadtripped across the country 49 years ago with his brother (Jake’s uncle) Craig. They treated me to breakfast, which was super nice of them. After breakfast, as we were about to leave, we bumped into Wil, another guide at ZAC. He asked what we were getting up to, and we told him maybe taking the park shuttle all the way to the last stop. Wil said, “why not take some e-bikes?” Paul loved that idea.

Jake took me on a quick joy ride to the end of Springdale and then back to my house. Jake parked at my house, and I called the ZAC shop to ask if I could borrow bikes. Bex said they have bikes for us!

After giving a quick tour of my house, we walked to ZAC and picked up the bikes. Bex gave Jake and Paul a 50% discount on the bikes, which was super nice, gave us a bike orientation, and she let us loose. We biked into the park, along the Pa’Rus Trail, and all the way to the last shuttle stop, Temple of Sinawava. We stopped at almost every pull-off to take in the views and take some photos. At Stop #8 (Big Bend), we looked up at the backside of Angel’s Landing, and we saw a condor soaring near the cliffs. We watched the condor for a while, not totally sure if it was a condor or some other giant bird of prey. Eventually, we were able to identify it as a condor! Jake took some photos which we later confirmed - it was definitely a condor! We stopped a little further when we had a good view of Moonlight Buttress because I spotted some climbers way up towards the top. We watched the climbers for a while; they appeared to us to be little tiny dots of color on this massive wall. We heard a turkey gobble, and we called back to it, but we never saw that turkey. We continued biking to Stop #9 (Temple of Sinawava), where there was a turkey hanging out in the middle of the road. We parked our bikes there, and walked the Riverside Walk all the way to the start of the Narrows. Jake wanted to “dip his toes in,” so we took off our shoes and socks and walked a few steps into the Narrows. Paul did not want to dip his toes, so he volunteered to stay back where it was dry and take some photos of us. It was f$$$ing cold. We only managed to take maybe 5 steps before our feet starting going numb. We posed for a photo from Paul and for a selfie, and by that time, we were very ready to get our feet out of the freezing water. We walked back to where it was dry, and we let our feet dry off and warm up in the sun. We put our socks and shoes back on, and the three of us hiked the Riverside Walk back to the e-bikes. By this time, it was already 3:30 PM, and Jake and Paul had said earlier in the day that they’d like to be on the road at 4 PM. We knew that wasn’t going to happen. But we decided to move faster and take fewer breaks on the ride back down Zion Canyon. We rode almost the entire way back to ZAC without really taking any breaks. It was a wonderful ride! Jake and Paul loved the e-bikes and the ability to enjoy the canyon at our own pace and not a crowded tourist shuttle bus. When we got back to ZAC, we returned our bikes and started walking home.

We walked back to my house, where Sophie and Daisy (Sophie’s dog) were hanging out. Jake and Paul got to meet them quickly. Jake and Paul packed up their car, and we said our goodbyes. I wished them a good rest of their roadtrip, and we gave each other final hugs before they hit the road.

I helped Sophie build her new bed frame, which looks really nice. It was fun to work on a project with Sophie, being a team working to assemble the bed frame. Sophie was grateful for my help. After we finished building the bed frame, Mollie came in (she’d just gotten off work), and we hung out on the couch, talking about life. This seems to be our new trend - we hang out on the upstairs couch and chat about life, and we support each other, and we validate each other. While we were hanging out, I worked on my first written debrief (a requirement for advancing to the next level of guide) and submitted it to all the guides.

I’m grateful to Jake and his dad for coming to Zion just to visit and hang out with me. I’m grateful to them for treating me to an awesome breakfast at Oscar’s. I’m grateful to Bex and ZAC for letting us use company e-bikes for the day. I’m grateful that we had a pretty perfect day with perfect weather to casually ride e-bikes all the way through the national park. I’m grateful for beautiful blue-sky days and amazing best friends.

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medium-kat07 · 3 years ago

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the next morning, Wil goes to talk to Tommy about it since he wasn't sure what to make of it all. basically, Tomthumb told him that its probably nothing and he should fill Q's pillowcase w dead bugs to fix it

Wilbur knows its purposefully bad advice so he goes to Ranboo and Tuberculosis for advice instead

(tomthumb. tomthumb. just kill me already)

Tubbo and Ranboo basically say what any self respecting motherfucker would say; Tell him the goddamn truth. Talk to him about it. Figure out what's going on. tell him what you heard, and more importantly, how you feel.

Wilbur decides to try. He fails.

He talks to Q the next morning, and this is how the conversation basically goes;

"Hey, um- Q?"

"Yeah?"

"You. Do. Um."

"...Wilbur?"

"...do you remember anything about last night?"

"Uh. We fucked?"

"Yeah, no, I meant- I meant like, any dreams?"

Quackity had dreamt that he was in a truck with Wilbur and Wilbur was driving it off a cliff into a sea of pufferfish. (there's been a lot of pufferfish dreams lately.)

"Not really, why?"

"I wanted to tell you..."

"...uh huh?"

"...you... were... talking... about pufferfish last night."

"Oh. Okay."

And that was it, and both of them felt really frustrated after that.

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glopratchet · 4 years ago

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samanthasmeyers · 7 years ago

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Work Trip Meets Mini Getaway: A Marketer’s Guide to Vancouver for Call to Action Conference

Conferences, conferences everywhere. SearchLove here, INBOUND there. There’s no shortage of great marketing conferences to choose from, but you’ve likely got a finite budget your marketing department can put toward them. How are you supposed to know which Martech events are the best bang for your buck?

We’ll make it easy for you. I mean, sure, we’re biased, but hear us out. This August’s fifth annual Call to Action Conference is not only:

Less expensive than most conferences of its caliber (tickets range from $749—$999 CAD), it’s also

designed for high-impact learning: you walk away with leading-edge tactics you can actually use when you get back to the office.

But the cherry atop the already awesome two days? The conference is held in one of the most beautiful cities on earth, Vancouver, BC.

Image: Tourism Vancouver/ Barbershop Films

And not in an “it’s our hometown so we have to say it’s beautiful (lest we be Game of Thrones-style shamed in the streets)” way, either. It really is amazing: the ocean, the mountains, the diverse food scene, the beer-snob-approved breweries, and awe-inspiring wilderness that makes you forget about your inbox. There’s a reason tourists flock here in droves and I willingly pay a crazy amount in rent.

CTAConf 2018 also takes place in peak sunshine season, August 27-29th. So why not mix business with pleasure?

Many past attendees and speakers have added a few extra days on to their CTAConf excursion to enjoy this city. And if you’d like to do the same, we’ve created a visitor’s guide to CTAConf 2018 sourced from local influencers, this year’s speakers, past attendees, and our own favourite to-dos. See the pro’s suggestions below for turning this August’s work trip into a well-deserved getaway.

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If you’ll be around a couple extra days…

The Call to Action Conference, insofar as the speaker’s talks, takes place August 28—29th at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre. There’s also an optional day of hands-on marketing workshops on August 27th at Unbounce HQ. If you tack on the weekend days before to your trip, or an extra few days at the end of the conference, here are some itinerary options to fill up your stay:

See the sea, walk the wall

Hands down, a walk, bike or run along the seawall is a must-do for every Vancouver visitor. Flanked by the Pacific Ocean and Stanley Park, it’s easily accessible from anywhere downtown and the simplest route to absorbing Vancouver’s natural beauty.

No need to bring the gear—rent a bike at Yes Cycle or Cycle City Tours, two of many rental shops.

Image: Tourism Vancouver/ Cycle City Tours.

Tour Granville Island: the island that’s not an island

Granville Island is like a tiny world unto itself, small in square footage but big on things to see and do. Peruse an art gallery, watch a play, go on a whimsical shopping spree at the many artisanal shops, and—most importantly—eat your heart out. There are tons of restaurants to hit, and be sure to poke around the Granville Island Public Market, an overwhelming smorgasbord of local fare.

Image: Tourism Vancouver/ Clayton Perry

Have a BBQ…on a boat!

While you’re at the Granville Island Public Market, load up a picnic basket and hop on Joe’s BBQ Boat—no explanation needed. Because what’s better than floating around on the open water and soaking up the sunshine? Doing so while working up a good meat sweat. Find fellow BBQ buffs to join you in the CTAConf Facebook group and fill that boat up! Conference networking at its finest.

Me, in the BBQ boat, living my best life.

Visit an East Van brewery (or two)

With fantastic breweries boasting some of the finest craft beers in the world, a good old fashioned crawl beckons any beer lover who visits. East Vancouver is your best bet for variety and walkability. You can check out: Strange Fellows Brewing, Andina Brewing Company, Parallel 49 Brewing, Postmark Brewing, Doan’s Craft Brewing, Callister Brewing Company, and Strathcona Beer Company.

Have your best brunch

It’s no accident that I’ve placed the brunch options after the brewery crawl. Whether you’re in dire need of a greasy spoon or looking to brunch in style, we’ve got you covered. Yolks showed up on everyone’s list when we asked around for favourite brunch spots, as did Chambar, Medina Cafe, and Fable Restaurant. Jam Cafe, Wildebeest, Catch 122, and The Distillery are guaranteed to please as well. As is Canadian brunch custom, you’re required to order a Caesar. Don’t ask what’s in it.

Image via yolks.ca.

Hit the Aquarium

If it does rain, your indoor options are covered. Conveniently tucked away in Stanley Park, the Vancouver Aquarium is a must-do. See giant sea lions and playful seals, watch penguins toddle and slide around (aw!), touch a starfish or manta ray (weird!) and try to find the octopus (you can’t, he’s too sneaky) as you journey through B.C. and beyond’s underwater world.

Oh canyon, my canyon

As past speaker Wil Reynold’s knows, the Capilano Canyon suspension bridge and cliff walk is worth a few anxious moments. Just a quick jaunt across the Lions Gate Bridge (an attraction on its own!), this otherworldly spot makes it hard to believe you’re so close to the city. Not too far away is another canyon and yes, another suspension bridge in Lynn Canyon Park—a little less crowded, 100% free, and as beautiful as ever.

Image via Tourism Vancouver

Lightning round recos for day trips and more:

Go to Queen Elizabeth Park at sunset. It has a beautiful view of the North Shore mountains and the city from west to east. The gardens are so beautiful in full bloom in August. – Jaclyn Cummings

Head up to the Sea-to-Sky Gondola! You won’t regret it. It’s very accessible for most people and the views are incredible. – Rob Bucci

Stay in Kitsilano. It was a beautiful area! I would probably stay there every time I visit. I’d recommend bringing the fam—it was a great city to have the kid and felt really walkable, so take advantage of that. – Wil Reynolds

Go to Bowen Island and spend the day exploring. It has something for everyone from hiking and biking to eating and drinking. Check out my favourite store, Branch and People. Then go eat seafood and drink a good old Canadian Caesar. – Kathleen Reid

Drive up to Squamish via the Sea-to-Sky Highway, stop for a burger lunch at the Watershed Grill, then head up to Whistler for dinner and drinks. The drive itself is breathtaking. It’s the journey, not the destination.- Sandy Pell

I feel like the Grouse Grind is a rite of passage. But for something more mellow, I think Prospect Point at sunset is a must see! – Sunny Lenarduzzi

Check out Stanley Park. It is truly a unique aspect of Vancouver – the park is huge (840 acres) and wilder than one would expect. Among other things, it has a record-breaking Big Leaf Maple tree that is over 800 years old. – Michael Aagaard

If you’re here for workshop and conference days only…

Depending on whether you’ve signed up for the August 27th workshops, Monday through Wednesday will be jam-packed with marketing learning. Monday’s workshops are optional and on a first-come, first-served basis after registration is sent out to ticket holders.

Both Tuesday and Wednesday are busy with talks starting at 9am sharp. These days you likely won’t want to miss anything in the theatre (save for trips to the food trucks outside). There’s a stellar lineup gracing our stage, after all.

But, if you fancy grabbing your own breakfast or want to meet up with fellow conference-goers for dinner or drinks, there are plenty of local places to do so. Even if you aren’t tacking extra days onto your trip beyond the actual conference, you can hit up some local spots before and after Tuesday (remembering that both Monday and Wednesday evenings are the reception and after party nights respectively).

Here are some suggestions for excellent pre-and-post conference free time:

I loved the food at Maenam, it was so good I went twice! I also liked all the breweries in the Mount Pleasant area. – Wil Reynolds

Elysian Coffee bakes their own chocolate chip cookies in-house and they are incredible. They also have great coffee. – Rob Bucci

One of my favorite places is Forage. They have an incredible brunch menu and their dinner as absolutely amazing too. Another spot that is worth checking out for dinner/drinks is Vancouver Urban Winery – yum! – Michael Aagaard

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josephkchoi · 7 years ago

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Work Trip Meets Mini Getaway: A Marketer’s Guide to Vancouver for Call to Action Conference

We’ll make it easy for you. I mean, sure, we’re biased, but hear us out. This August’s fifth annual Call to Action Conference is not only:

Less expensive than most conferences of its caliber (tickets range from $749—$999 CAD), it’s also

designed for high-impact learning: you walk away with leading-edge tactics you can actually use when you get back to the office.

But the cherry atop the already awesome two days? The conference is held in one of the most beautiful cities on earth, Vancouver, BC.

Image: Tourism Vancouver/ Barbershop Films

CTAConf 2018 also takes place in peak sunshine season, August 27-29th. So why not mix business with pleasure?

If you’ll be around a couple extra days…

See the sea, walk the wall

No need to bring the gear—rent a bike at Yes Cycle or Cycle City Tours, two of many rental shops.

Image: Tourism Vancouver/ Cycle City Tours.

Tour Granville Island: the island that’s not an island

Image: Tourism Vancouver/ Clayton Perry

Have a BBQ…on a boat!

Me, in the BBQ boat, living my best life.

Visit an East Van brewery (or two)

Have your best brunch

Image via yolks.ca.

Hit the Aquarium

Oh canyon, my canyon

Image via Tourism Vancouver

Lightning round recos for day trips and more:

Go to Queen Elizabeth Park at sunset. It has a beautiful view of the North Shore mountains and the city from west to east. The gardens are so beautiful in full bloom in August. – Jaclyn Cummings

Head up to the Sea-to-Sky Gondola! You won’t regret it. It’s very accessible for most people and the views are incredible. – Rob Bucci

I feel like the Grouse Grind is a rite of passage. But for something more mellow, I think Prospect Point at sunset is a must see! – Sunny Lenarduzzi

If you’re here for workshop and conference days only…

Here are some suggestions for excellent pre-and-post conference free time:

I loved the food at Maenam, it was so good I went twice! I also liked all the breweries in the Mount Pleasant area. – Wil Reynolds

Elysian Coffee bakes their own chocolate chip cookies in-house and they are incredible. They also have great coffee. – Rob Bucci

A chance to enjoy it all for free

Share this post via the button provided to enter for your chance at the ultimate work trip. The contest period runs until June 28th at 11:59pm PT and one entry per person is counted.

One winner will receive a $500 CAD flight voucher, a ticket to Call to Action Conference, and a Tourism Vancouver Destination Experience Pass (approximate total retail value $3500 CAD).

*Terms and conditions apply.

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kennethmontiveros · 7 years ago

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Work Trip Meets Mini Getaway: A Marketer’s Guide to Vancouver for Call to Action Conference

We’ll make it easy for you. I mean, sure, we’re biased, but hear us out. This August’s fifth annual Call to Action Conference is not only:

Less expensive than most conferences of its caliber (tickets range from $749—$999 CAD), it’s also

designed for high-impact learning: you walk away with leading-edge tactics you can actually use when you get back to the office.

But the cherry atop the already awesome two days? The conference is held in one of the most beautiful cities on earth, Vancouver, BC.

Image: Tourism Vancouver/ Barbershop Films

CTAConf 2018 also takes place in peak sunshine season, August 27-29th. So why not mix business with pleasure?

If you’ll be around a couple extra days…

See the sea, walk the wall

No need to bring the gear—rent a bike at Yes Cycle or Cycle City Tours, two of many rental shops.

Image: Tourism Vancouver/ Cycle City Tours.

Tour Granville Island: the island that’s not an island

Image: Tourism Vancouver/ Clayton Perry

Have a BBQ…on a boat!

Me, in the BBQ boat, living my best life.

Visit an East Van brewery (or two)

Have your best brunch

Image via yolks.ca.

Hit the Aquarium

Oh canyon, my canyon

Image via Tourism Vancouver

Lightning round recos for day trips and more:

Go to Queen Elizabeth Park at sunset. It has a beautiful view of the North Shore mountains and the city from west to east. The gardens are so beautiful in full bloom in August. – Jaclyn Cummings

Head up to the Sea-to-Sky Gondola! You won’t regret it. It’s very accessible for most people and the views are incredible. – Rob Bucci

I feel like the Grouse Grind is a rite of passage. But for something more mellow, I think Prospect Point at sunset is a must see! – Sunny Lenarduzzi

If you’re here for workshop and conference days only…

Here are some suggestions for excellent pre-and-post conference free time:

I loved the food at Maenam, it was so good I went twice! I also liked all the breweries in the Mount Pleasant area. – Wil Reynolds

Elysian Coffee bakes their own chocolate chip cookies in-house and they are incredible. They also have great coffee. – Rob Bucci

A chance to enjoy it all for free

Share this post via the button provided to enter for your chance at the ultimate work trip. The contest period runs until June 28th at 11:59pm PT and one entry per person is counted.

One winner will receive a $500 CAD flight voucher, a ticket to Call to Action Conference, and a Tourism Vancouver Destination Experience Pass (approximate total retail value $3500 CAD).

*Terms and conditions apply.

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archiebwoollard · 7 years ago

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Work Trip Meets Mini Getaway: A Marketer’s Guide to Vancouver for Call to Action Conference

We’ll make it easy for you. I mean, sure, we’re biased, but hear us out. This August’s fifth annual Call to Action Conference is not only:

Less expensive than most conferences of its caliber (tickets range from $749—$999 CAD), it’s also

designed for high-impact learning: you walk away with leading-edge tactics you can actually use when you get back to the office.

But the cherry atop the already awesome two days? The conference is held in one of the most beautiful cities on earth, Vancouver, BC.

Image: Tourism Vancouver/ Barbershop Films

CTAConf 2018 also takes place in peak sunshine season, August 27-29th. So why not mix business with pleasure?

If you’ll be around a couple extra days…

See the sea, walk the wall

No need to bring the gear—rent a bike at Yes Cycle or Cycle City Tours, two of many rental shops.

Image: Tourism Vancouver/ Cycle City Tours.

Tour Granville Island: the island that’s not an island

Image: Tourism Vancouver/ Clayton Perry

Have a BBQ…on a boat!

Me, in the BBQ boat, living my best life.

Visit an East Van brewery (or two)

Have your best brunch

Image via yolks.ca.

Hit the Aquarium

Oh canyon, my canyon

Image via Tourism Vancouver

Lightning round recos for day trips and more:

Go to Queen Elizabeth Park at sunset. It has a beautiful view of the North Shore mountains and the city from west to east. The gardens are so beautiful in full bloom in August. – Jaclyn Cummings

Head up to the Sea-to-Sky Gondola! You won’t regret it. It’s very accessible for most people and the views are incredible. – Rob Bucci

I feel like the Grouse Grind is a rite of passage. But for something more mellow, I think Prospect Point at sunset is a must see! – Sunny Lenarduzzi

If you’re here for workshop and conference days only…

Here are some suggestions for excellent pre-and-post conference free time:

I loved the food at Maenam, it was so good I went twice! I also liked all the breweries in the Mount Pleasant area. – Wil Reynolds

Elysian Coffee bakes their own chocolate chip cookies in-house and they are incredible. They also have great coffee. – Rob Bucci

A chance to enjoy it all for free

Share this post via the button provided to enter for your chance at the ultimate work trip. The contest period runs until June 28th at 11:59pm PT and one entry per person is counted.

One winner will receive a $500 CAD flight voucher, a ticket to Call to Action Conference, and a Tourism Vancouver Destination Experience Pass (approximate total retail value $3500 CAD).

*Terms and conditions apply.

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maxslogic25 · 7 years ago

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Work Trip Meets Mini Getaway: A Marketer’s Guide to Vancouver for Call to Action Conference

We’ll make it easy for you. I mean, sure, we’re biased, but hear us out. This August’s fifth annual Call to Action Conference is not only:

Less expensive than most conferences of its caliber (tickets range from $749—$999 CAD), it’s also

designed for high-impact learning: you walk away with leading-edge tactics you can actually use when you get back to the office.

But the cherry atop the already awesome two days? The conference is held in one of the most beautiful cities on earth, Vancouver, BC.

Image: Tourism Vancouver/ Barbershop Films

CTAConf 2018 also takes place in peak sunshine season, August 27-29th. So why not mix business with pleasure?

If you’ll be around a couple extra days…

See the sea, walk the wall

No need to bring the gear—rent a bike at Yes Cycle or Cycle City Tours, two of many rental shops.

Image: Tourism Vancouver/ Cycle City Tours.

Tour Granville Island: the island that’s not an island

Image: Tourism Vancouver/ Clayton Perry

Have a BBQ…on a boat!

Me, in the BBQ boat, living my best life.

Visit an East Van brewery (or two)

Have your best brunch

Image via yolks.ca.

Hit the Aquarium

Oh canyon, my canyon

Image via Tourism Vancouver

Lightning round recos for day trips and more:

Go to Queen Elizabeth Park at sunset. It has a beautiful view of the North Shore mountains and the city from west to east. The gardens are so beautiful in full bloom in August. – Jaclyn Cummings

Head up to the Sea-to-Sky Gondola! You won’t regret it. It’s very accessible for most people and the views are incredible. – Rob Bucci

I feel like the Grouse Grind is a rite of passage. But for something more mellow, I think Prospect Point at sunset is a must see! – Sunny Lenarduzzi

If you’re here for workshop and conference days only…

Here are some suggestions for excellent pre-and-post conference free time:

I loved the food at Maenam, it was so good I went twice! I also liked all the breweries in the Mount Pleasant area. – Wil Reynolds

Elysian Coffee bakes their own chocolate chip cookies in-house and they are incredible. They also have great coffee. – Rob Bucci

A chance to enjoy it all for free

Share this post via the button provided to enter for your chance at the ultimate work trip. The contest period runs until June 28th at 11:59pm PT and one entry per person is counted.

One winner will receive a $500 CAD flight voucher, a ticket to Call to Action Conference, and a Tourism Vancouver Destination Experience Pass (approximate total retail value $3500 CAD).

*Terms and conditions apply.

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racheltgibsau · 7 years ago

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Work Trip Meets Mini Getaway: A Marketer’s Guide to Vancouver for Call to Action Conference

We’ll make it easy for you. I mean, sure, we’re biased, but hear us out. This August’s fifth annual Call to Action Conference is not only:

Less expensive than most conferences of its caliber (tickets range from $749—$999 CAD), it’s also

designed for high-impact learning: you walk away with leading-edge tactics you can actually use when you get back to the office.

But the cherry atop the already awesome two days? The conference is held in one of the most beautiful cities on earth, Vancouver, BC.

Image: Tourism Vancouver/ Barbershop Films

CTAConf 2018 also takes place in peak sunshine season, August 27-29th. So why not mix business with pleasure?

If you’ll be around a couple extra days…

See the sea, walk the wall

No need to bring the gear—rent a bike at Yes Cycle or Cycle City Tours, two of many rental shops.

Image: Tourism Vancouver/ Cycle City Tours.

Tour Granville Island: the island that’s not an island

Image: Tourism Vancouver/ Clayton Perry

Have a BBQ…on a boat!

Me, in the BBQ boat, living my best life.

Visit an East Van brewery (or two)

Have your best brunch

Image via yolks.ca.

Hit the Aquarium

Oh canyon, my canyon

Image via Tourism Vancouver

Lightning round recos for day trips and more:

Go to Queen Elizabeth Park at sunset. It has a beautiful view of the North Shore mountains and the city from west to east. The gardens are so beautiful in full bloom in August. – Jaclyn Cummings

Head up to the Sea-to-Sky Gondola! You won’t regret it. It’s very accessible for most people and the views are incredible. – Rob Bucci

I feel like the Grouse Grind is a rite of passage. But for something more mellow, I think Prospect Point at sunset is a must see! – Sunny Lenarduzzi

If you’re here for workshop and conference days only…

Here are some suggestions for excellent pre-and-post conference free time:

I loved the food at Maenam, it was so good I went twice! I also liked all the breweries in the Mount Pleasant area. – Wil Reynolds

Elysian Coffee bakes their own chocolate chip cookies in-house and they are incredible. They also have great coffee. – Rob Bucci

A chance to enjoy it all for free

Share this post via the button provided to enter for your chance at the ultimate work trip. The contest period runs until June 28th at 11:59pm PT and one entry per person is counted.

One winner will receive a $500 CAD flight voucher, a ticket to Call to Action Conference, and a Tourism Vancouver Destination Experience Pass (approximate total retail value $3500 CAD).

*Terms and conditions apply.

from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8217493 https://unbounce.com/call-to-action/ctaconf-vancouver-getaway/

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littlemarketingproject · 7 years ago

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Work Trip Meets Mini Getaway: A Marketer’s Guide to Vancouver for Call to Action Conference

We’ll make it easy for you. I mean, sure, we’re biased, but hear us out. This August’s fifth annual Call to Action Conference is not only:

Less expensive than most conferences of its caliber (tickets range from $749—$999 CAD), it’s also

designed for high-impact learning: you walk away with leading-edge tactics you can actually use when you get back to the office.

But the cherry atop the already awesome two days? The conference is held in one of the most beautiful cities on earth, Vancouver, BC.

Image: Tourism Vancouver/ Barbershop Films

CTAConf 2018 also takes place in peak sunshine season, August 27-29th. So why not mix business with pleasure?

If you’ll be around a couple extra days…

See the sea, walk the wall

No need to bring the gear—rent a bike at Yes Cycle or Cycle City Tours, two of many rental shops.

Image: Tourism Vancouver/ Cycle City Tours.

Tour Granville Island: the island that’s not an island

Image: Tourism Vancouver/ Clayton Perry

Have a BBQ…on a boat!

Me, in the BBQ boat, living my best life.

Visit an East Van brewery (or two)

Have your best brunch

Image via yolks.ca.

Hit the Aquarium

Oh canyon, my canyon

Image via Tourism Vancouver

Lightning round recos for day trips and more:

Go to Queen Elizabeth Park at sunset. It has a beautiful view of the North Shore mountains and the city from west to east. The gardens are so beautiful in full bloom in August. – Jaclyn Cummings

Head up to the Sea-to-Sky Gondola! You won’t regret it. It’s very accessible for most people and the views are incredible. – Rob Bucci

I feel like the Grouse Grind is a rite of passage. But for something more mellow, I think Prospect Point at sunset is a must see! – Sunny Lenarduzzi

If you’re here for workshop and conference days only…

Here are some suggestions for excellent pre-and-post conference free time:

I loved the food at Maenam, it was so good I went twice! I also liked all the breweries in the Mount Pleasant area. – Wil Reynolds

Elysian Coffee bakes their own chocolate chip cookies in-house and they are incredible. They also have great coffee. – Rob Bucci

A chance to enjoy it all for free

Share this post via the button provided to enter for your chance at the ultimate work trip. The contest period runs until June 28th at 11:59pm PT and one entry per person is counted.

One winner will receive a $500 CAD flight voucher, a ticket to Call to Action Conference, and a Tourism Vancouver Destination Experience Pass (approximate total retail value $3500 CAD).

*Terms and conditions apply.

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reviewandbonuss · 7 years ago

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Work Trip Meets Mini Getaway: A Marketer’s Guide to Vancouver for Call to Action Conference

We’ll make it easy for you. I mean, sure, we’re biased, but hear us out. This August’s fifth annual Call to Action Conference is not only:

Less expensive than most conferences of its caliber (tickets range from $749—$999 CAD), it’s also

designed for high-impact learning: you walk away with leading-edge tactics you can actually use when you get back to the office.

But the cherry atop the already awesome two days? The conference is held in one of the most beautiful cities on earth, Vancouver, BC.

Image: Tourism Vancouver/ Barbershop Films

CTAConf 2018 also takes place in peak sunshine season, August 27-29th. So why not mix business with pleasure?

If you’ll be around a couple extra days…

See the sea, walk the wall

No need to bring the gear—rent a bike at Yes Cycle or Cycle City Tours, two of many rental shops.

Image: Tourism Vancouver/ Cycle City Tours.

Tour Granville Island: the island that’s not an island

Image: Tourism Vancouver/ Clayton Perry

Have a BBQ…on a boat!

Me, in the BBQ boat, living my best life.

Visit an East Van brewery (or two)

Have your best brunch

Image via yolks.ca.

Hit the Aquarium

Oh canyon, my canyon

Image via Tourism Vancouver

Lightning round recos for day trips and more:

Go to Queen Elizabeth Park at sunset. It has a beautiful view of the North Shore mountains and the city from west to east. The gardens are so beautiful in full bloom in August. – Jaclyn Cummings

Head up to the Sea-to-Sky Gondola! You won’t regret it. It’s very accessible for most people and the views are incredible. – Rob Bucci

I feel like the Grouse Grind is a rite of passage. But for something more mellow, I think Prospect Point at sunset is a must see! – Sunny Lenarduzzi

If you’re here for workshop and conference days only…

Here are some suggestions for excellent pre-and-post conference free time:

I loved the food at Maenam, it was so good I went twice! I also liked all the breweries in the Mount Pleasant area. – Wil Reynolds

Elysian Coffee bakes their own chocolate chip cookies in-house and they are incredible. They also have great coffee. – Rob Bucci

A chance to enjoy it all for free

Share this post via the button provided to enter for your chance at the ultimate work trip. The contest period runs until June 28th at 11:59pm PT and one entry per person is counted.

One winner will receive a $500 CAD flight voucher, a ticket to Call to Action Conference, and a Tourism Vancouver Destination Experience Pass (approximate total retail value $3500 CAD).

*Terms and conditions apply.

https://unbounce.com/call-to-action/ctaconf-vancouver-getaway/

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3/15/22 Angel’s Landing, Pickleball, and ZAC Social

3/15/22

I just finished my first post, and I feel like I’m on a roll, so I’m just going to keep going.

I didn’t have to be at work until 8 AM. I ate a quick breakfast and rode my bicycle to work. This was the second day of training with all the newly hired staff. Lisol brought in pastries: croissants, scones, and cinnamon rolls. Rick (the owner of Zion Adventures), John Ritze (the general manager), and Lisol (one of the other managers), spoke to us about the company’s core values. We talked a lot about humility and respect. I feel like I really connect with the company’s core values. It makes me feel good to know that the company I work for cares about these things that I care about.

After talking about the company’s values and mission and goals, the new hires were passed to Wil, one of the guides. Wil talked to us briefly about the plan for the rest of the day - a bike-and-hike to Angel’s Landing! All of us new hires were loaned an e-bike for the day. Sophie decided to join us (even though she’s a returning staff member)! We all hopped onto our e-bikes and rode into Zion National Park. We rode through the park, up the scenic drive that follows the main Zion Canyon along the Virgin River, all the way to The Grotto. We parked our bikes at The Grotto and began our hike up to Angel’s Landing. When we got to Scout’s Lookout, we continued on to the “chained section.” This section is probably a section that you’ve seen videos of on youtube or facebook. The chained section of the Angel’s Landing hike is a very exposed hike up a knife-edge ridgeline, with 1000+ feet cliff on either side. There are chains that line the side of this hike, so that hikers have something to grab onto if they need. We got to the top of the chained section, at Angel’s Landing. We ate lunch up there. The whole time, I felt connected with the other new hires, Kyle, Clo, and Sicily. It was very cool to have some get-to-know-you’re-coworkers days (and get paid for “training” simultaneously). After hiking all the way back down to The Grotto, we mounted the e-bikes and pedaled back down Zion Canyon along the Virgin River. Wil showed us the secret jump spot, where there is a big tree that extends over the Virgin River, and at this particular point, the Virgin River is very deep. Wil asked us if we would jump, and I said, “No!” Wil went first, showing us how to climb up the tree and from what branch to jump from. Then Sophie climbed up and jumped. Then Sicily climbed up and jumped. And it looked so easy and SO FUN! So I decided that I had to do it. I went next. I slipped out of my pants and shirt and boots, and I climbed up the tree, barefoot and in my boxers to the jumping branch. I looked down at the water, probably 20+ feet below me, took a deep breath, and jumped in! Oh my gosh the water felt so refreshing! After a long day of hiking in the sun, splashing into the cold Virgin River felt so cleansing and rejuvenating! It only took us about five minutes of basking in the sun to dry off completely. We put our clothes back on, hopped back on the e-bikes, and pedaled back to Zion Adventures.

After work, Sidney (my downstairs housemate) texted me and asked if I wanted to play some pickleball. Let me interject here and say that one of my goals (at least for the first few months of living here in a new place) is to be a yes-man. I try to say “yes” to whatever propositions I’m given. So, after a long day of hiking 5.4 mile round-trip with 1,488 of elevation gain, and e-biking to and from, even though I was exhausted, I said yes to Sidney’s pickleball invitation. I rode my bicycle to the Springdale Park, and I played pickleball with Sidney. He won the first game and I won the second game. After pickleball, Zion Adventures hosted a staff get-together. Whit and Wil were hosting a fun trivia night, and Gordy cooked food for everyone! The night was so much fun! Trivia included guessing the pun, finishing the song lyrics, and facts about Zion. After trivia night was over, I was BEAT.

I’m grateful to have spent time with other new hires, who, like me, are in a new place and meeting a lot of new people. I’m grateful to have gotten outside in the sun on a beautiful day and to have gotten a decent amount of exercise. I’m grateful to Wil for spending the whole day with us new hires and showing us such a good time, and showing us the jump spot. I’m grateful to Sidney, for thinking of me and inviting me to play pickleball with him. I’m grateful to Whit and Wil for spending the time coming up with all the trivia questions and making such a fun night happen. I’m grateful to Zion Adventures for hosting such a fun social.

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investmart007 · 7 years ago

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PAHOA, Hawaii | Despite risks, volcano offers affordable piece of paradise

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PAHOA, Hawaii | Despite risks, volcano offers affordable piece of paradise

PAHOA, Hawaii (AP) — The slopes of Kilauea offer a lush rural setting and affordable land that contrasts sharply with Hawaii’s more expensive real estate, but living on one of the world’s most active volcanoes comes with risks: A dozen lava vents have opened in streets of the Puna district and 35 structures have burned down.

It was difficult to immediately tell from aerial surveys how many are homes and how many are other uninhabited structures, said Wil Okabe, acting mayor of Hawaii County.

Cheryl Griffith’s Leilani Estates subdivision was ordered to evacuate after lava from Kilauea volcano burst through cracks in the ground, destroying homes. But the 61-year-old did not leave.

As lava crawled down Leilani Road in a hissing, popping mass, Griffith stood in its path and placed a plant in the a crack in the ground as an offering to the Native Hawaiian volcano goddess, Pele. “I love this place, and I’ve been around the volcano for a while,” Griffith said. “I’m just not one to rush off.”

The Puna district is a region of mostly unpaved roads of volcanic rock about a 30-minute drive from the coastal town of Hilo. Puna has thick jungle as well as dark fields of lava rock from past eruptions. The gently sloping volcano dips from its summit to Puna’s white sand beaches and jagged sea cliffs.

The region has macadamia nut farms and other agriculture along with multimillion-dollar homes with manicured lawns. Other houses are modest, sitting on small lots with old cars and trucks scattered about.

For many people outside Hawaii, it’s hard to understand why anyone would risk living near an active volcano with such destructive power. But the people here are largely self-sufficient and understand the risks of their location.

Amber Makuakane, a 37-year-old teacher and single mother of two, lost her three-bedroom house to the lava. She grew up here and lived in the house for nine years. Her parents also live in Leilani Estates.

“The volcano and the lava — it’s always been a part of my life,” she said. “It’s devastating … but I’ve come to terms with it.” Griffith said that is the hardest part of this lifestyle — they won’t be able to recoup losses. Moments later, an explosion came from a nearby burning house.

Homeowners use rainwater-catch tanks and cesspools or septic tanks. Many rely on solar power, and some live entirely off the electrical grid.

Sam Knox, 65, who was born in Hawaii and now lives just a few hundred feet from a volcanic fissure, said he decided not to leave, despite the nearby explosions and the lava being hurled into the sky and flowing across his neighbor’s property.

“It was roaring sky high. It was incredible. … Rocks were flying out of the ground,” he said. Much of the area filled with lava in just four hours.

Kilauea (pronounced kill-ah-WAY’-ah) is one of the world’s most active volcanoes and has been erupting continuously since 1983. There’s no indication when this particular lava flow might stop or how far it might spread. Scientists from the U.S. Geological Survey expect the flow to continue until more magma drains from the system.

On Sunday, some of the evacuees were allowed to return briefly to gather medicine, pets, and other necessities. They will be able to do so each day as long as authorities believe it is safe.

Knox has some belongings packed in case he has to make a fast escape.

“I decided to stay because I wanted to experience this in my life,” he said. “I’m ready to actually evacuate, but if I don’t have to evacuate, I’m just going to keep staying here because I don’t have no other home to go to.”

By CALEB JONES , By Associated Press – published on STL.News by St. Louis Media, LLC(R.A)

#Cheryl Griffith's Leilani Estates #Hawaii #Hawaii County #Pahoa #Puna district #slopes of Kilauea #TodayNews #U.S. Geological Survey

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As much as I loved his first offering Jim Stegner is a relatively well known artist, one of the Taos Masters. After tragedy strikes, he goes off the rails, divorces his wife, and leaves Santa Fe for Paonia, a small town in southwest Colorado. He hoped for peace and healing, but instead he found trouble. Go to Amazon

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A Journey in an Artist's Mind - Art, Anger, Sorrow, Violence and Retribution silly Good summer book Tremendously Engaging Artistic Best read in years! Five Stars. Ought to be More. Six, Maybe. Five Stars Snoozefest A Very Good Thriller

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