Kangerlussuaq Fjord: Sea Kayaking Among the Icebergs

Kangerlussuaq Fjord: Sea Kayaking Among the Icebergs of West Greenland

by Cory JonesArctic, Greenland, sea kayakingPosted on No Comments

Kangerlussuaq Fjord: Sea Kayaking Among the Icebergs of West Greenland. There is something particularly special about paddling a sea kayak amongst icebergs. They transform an otherwise familiar seascape into something completely different. The water is moving, the kayak is moving and, importantly, the ice is moving as well. Every piece has a different shape, a different colour and its own story of how it broke away from the Greenland Ice Sheet and eventually found its way towards the sea.

Mackenzie 238: Historic Canoe Expedition Across Canada

by Cory JonesCanada, CanoePosted on No Comments

Mackenzie 238 is a two-year canoe expedition across Canada (2027-2028) retracing historic travel routes of Alexander Mackenzie while honoring Indigenous histories. The journey spans from the Pacific to the Arctic, documenting environmental changes and connecting with local communities. The project aims to inspire awareness and appreciation for these landscapes.

Kayaking in arctic

Kayaking in the arctic – coming soon

by Cory JonesAdventure, Arctic, Cruise Ship Travel, Greenland, sea kayakingPosted on No Comments

Cory is heading north for his latest adventure, joining an expedition as a sea kayak guide in the High Arctic. From Greenland across Baffin Bay to the Canadian Arctic, he’ll be kayaking amongst icebergs, glaciers and incredible wildlife in the very place where the kayak was born.

Ecological Clerk of Works

Six Months in a Hard Hat – What I Learned as an Ecological Clerk of Works

by Cory JonesConservation, Nature and Wildlife, Personal StoriesPosted on No Comments

The author reflects on a fulfilling six-month role as an Ecological Clerk of Works, emphasizing the importance of integrating ecological considerations in infrastructure development. Key insights include the significance of communication, collaboration with contractors, proactive problem identification, and recognizing that conservation occurs outside of protected areas. This experience reinforced a belief in collective responsibility for nature.

Why visit the amazing Shetland Isles?

by Cory Jones10 incredible facts, A Useful Guide, All you need to know, Scotland, ShetlandPosted on No Comments

Discover why the Shetland Islands are unlike anywhere else in Scotland. From Viking heritage and ancient archaeology to Shetland ponies, puffins, the famous Simmer Dim and the unique local dialect, explore 15 fascinating reasons to visit this remarkable archipelago.