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Paddling Maniitsoq and Sermillinguaq Fjord: From Scotland to the Ice

by Cory JonesAdventure, Greenland, sea kayaking October 17, 2026October 1, 2026No Comments

There are moments when travelling when a landscape on the other side of the world suddenly feels strangely familiar. Our first paddle near Maniitsoq in West Greenland was one of those moments. We had come to Greenland expecting huge fjords, glaciers, icebergs and unmistakably Arctic landscapes. Instead, as we paddled beneath steep rocky mountains rising from the sea, I kept thinking that I had seen this place before. It looked like Torridon.

Dundas Harbour: Ghosts in the Fog on Devon Island

by Cory JonesArchaeology & Myth, Arctic, Arctic Canada, Canada, Franklin Expedition, Nunavut October 11, 2026October 11, 2026No Comments

Dundas Harbour: Ghosts in the Fog on Devon Island. Under different circumstances it would have been ideal weather for getting ashore, launching the Zodiacs and exploring one of the most fascinating historic sites in the Canadian High Arctic. There was, however, one rather significant problem. Fog.

Sea kayakers beneath the glacier at Croker Bay on Devon Island in Nunavut

Croker Bay: Paddling Beneath the Glaciers of Devon Island

by Cory JonesAdventure, Canada, Expedition Ships, sea kayaking October 10, 2026October 1, 2026No Comments

Croker Bay: Paddling Beneath the Glaciers of Devon Island

There are few things that make you feel smaller in a sea kayak than a glacier. Mountains can be enormous. Icebergs can dwarf you. Whales can surface alongside your kayak and make a five-metre boat suddenly seem ridiculously insignificant. But a glacier is different. A glacier is a landscape that moves.

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Beechey Island: Polar Bears, Franklin and Three Graves Beside the Sea

by Cory JonesA Useful Guide, Arctic Canada, Canada, Nunavut October 4, 2026October 4, 2026No Comments

Beechey Island: Three graves beside a barren Arctic beach mark the place where the first men of Sir John Franklin’s doomed expedition died. We visit Beechey Island and follow the extraordinary story of Erebus, Terror and the search for the Northwest Passage.

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Kayaking with Arctic Wildlife: Staying Safe Around Polar Bears, Walrus and Whales

by Cory JonesCanada, Greenland, Health, Nature and Wildlife, Safety October 3, 2026October 1, 2026No Comments

Kayaking with Arctic Wildlife: Polar Bear, Walrus & Whale Safety

Kangerlussuaq Fjord: Sea Kayaking Among the Icebergs of West Greenland

by Cory JonesArctic, Greenland, sea kayaking October 1, 2026October 1, 2026No 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.

How to Make Thick Homemade Yoghurt (Almost Like Ice Cream!)

by mandyerushA Useful Guide, Food and Recipes, Recipes September 27, 2026September 27, 2026No Comments

Learn how to make thick homemade yoghurt with just milk and live yoghurt. This simple recipe creates delicious, creamy yoghurt that’s almost like ice cream, using an overnight method and a little patience.

The Dark Truth Behind Scotland’s Graveyard Watch Houses

by mandyerushChurches & Graveyards, Hidden Gem, Scottish Highlands, Scottish History September 13, 2026August 31, 2026No Comments

A tiny stone watch house at Old Petty Church reveals a dark chapter in Scottish history, when families guarded fresh graves against body snatchers and resurrection men.

The Ultimate Lady Elizabeth Shipwreck Walk: Hidden History Beyond Stanley

by mandyerush10 incredible facts, All you need to know, Falkland Islands, Free walking Tour, Hiking, Historical Sites, History September 5, 2026August 31, 2026No Comments

Walking to the Lady Elizabeth Shipwreck became much more than a day out. Follow this beautiful coastal walk from Stanley, uncover hidden Falklands history, explore one of the world’s most famous shipwrecks and discover why this unforgettable journey meant so much to me.

Mackenzie 238: Historic Canoe Expedition Across Canada

by Cory JonesCanada, Canoe August 27, 2026August 27, 2026No 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.

Paddling Maniitsoq and Sermillinguaq Fjord: From Scotland to the Ice

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Dundas Harbour: Ghosts in the Fog on Devon Island

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Croker Bay: Paddling Beneath the Glaciers of Devon Island

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Beechey Island: Polar Bears, Franklin and Three Graves Beside the Sea

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Kayaking with Arctic Wildlife: Staying Safe Around Polar Bears, Walrus and Whales

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Kangerlussuaq Fjord: Sea Kayaking Among the Icebergs of West Greenland

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How to Make Thick Homemade Yoghurt (Almost Like Ice Cream!)

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The Dark Truth Behind Scotland’s Graveyard Watch Houses

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The Ultimate Lady Elizabeth Shipwreck Walk: Hidden History Beyond Stanley

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Mackenzie 238: Historic Canoe Expedition Across Canada

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