Daniel Godin

I’ve been following the story of the death Marcel Bujold on Kilimanjaro closely to try and find out what exactly happened. For those of you just joining us, you can read the original post here.

It would appear that the cause of death was, as some already suspected, due to the altitude. (more…)

Thanks to the Washington Post’s new Explore Antarctica site you can explore the south pole without leaving the comfort of your very own home!

This interactive web site gives you access to great information, videos and amazing photography from, and about, one of the worlds most fascinating places.

I came across an interesting product yesterday. Essentially it’s a device that simulates the lower oxygen levels experienced at altitude. (more…)

Did you know that MIT was now offering climbing lessons? The Massachusetts Institute of Technology, a school famous for producing computer geniuses and rocket scientists, is now offering a course on the “Physics of Climbing.”

The best part? It’s completely free, and can be taken from anywhere! (more…)