by Gregg Treinish | Aug 26, 2014 | adventurers and scientists for conservation, africa, National Geographic
There are few places left in the world that remain essentially as they were 10,000 years ago. The Okavango Delta is such a place, according to those who’ve been there. ASC Executive Director Gregg Treinish is headed home after an expedition in the delta, and...
by Gregg Treinish | Aug 25, 2014 | adventurers and scientists for conservation, river
In case you haven’t heard, we’re giving away an Alpacka Raft! These lightweight, packable boats will change your perspective on what’s possible in the backcountry. Weighing only 4-5 pounds, they are tough and capable of handling rowdy water....
by Gregg Treinish | Aug 24, 2014 | adventurers and scientists for conservation, National Geographic
Wilderness heightens our senses. For a moment, imagine the feeling of mud between your toes, or sharp grasses scraping your legs. The heat of the sun beating on your back, sapping your energy. After a few days living outside, your hearing and eyesight sharpen, and...
by Gregg Treinish | Aug 22, 2014 | adventurers and scientists for conservation, National Geographic
“15 hippos next to us, an elephant on the island… this place is indescribable,” Gregg said during the Google Hangout this morning. “I was already in tears once today when we emerged [onto the river] from fighting through the bush for so many...
by Gregg Treinish | Aug 21, 2014 | adventurers and scientists for conservation
Fighting through thick grasses, bushwhacking, carrying and dragging their boats and gear… the #Okavango14 expedition team has seen some rough travel lately. You can hear in Gregg’s voice it’s all worth it when an elephant watches him set up camp....
