Author: Geoff
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Kim and I spend a day in San Antonio, Texas
(click slideshow for larger images) Kim and I were in San Antonio for my Grandfather’s funeral last weekend. It was a sad weekend, of course, but it was nice to see my family so much. On Sunday morning, my parents were going over some stuff with my Grandma, so Kim and I took the morning…
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North Fork American Run – From January 2008
I haven’t done a ton of paddling this year, and taken even fewer picture, but these are a couple photos from a January trip down the NF American. It was a fun run, and a gorgeous day.
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Murder Mystery Dinner Cruise and John’s Welcome Home Party
These Photos are from October, 2007, but I’d never linked to them from here. Last October, we did a Murder Mystery Dinner Cruise in Long Beach to celebrate Phoung’s Birthday. The following day, there was an 80’s themed party to welcome John home from the army.
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Surfing this weekend
Taylor wrote: > Got Vitamin I? (Ibuprofin)> You guys must have done the equivalent of running a marathon> yesterday. 5 or 6 hour session!?> We were out least 6 hours. Maybe closer to seven. It was incredible.I’m pretty beat today. Typing is hard. To sum up: Saturday I joined Dennis St. Clair at Bolsa Chica.…
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I miss my Grandpa
My Grandpa passed away last week. I’m really going to miss him. He was an awesome Grandpa. He wrote his own obituary, and I’ve copied it below. JENNINGS Lieutenant General Hal B. Jennings, Jr., M.D., US Army (Retired) passed away on Feb. 12, 2008 at the age of 92. He is survived by wife Flora…
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Peru – Geoff’s Story
In 2007, we had a fantastic trip to Peru. This is Geoff’s story about the trip. Make sure you see Kim’s as well.
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Peru – Kim’s Story
Kim’s funny story about our trip to Peru in 2007. Make sure you also see Geoff’s Story and the photo albums.
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Peru – Photos – The Big Album
We took a lot of photos in Peru, here is the “Best Of” Album. Look also for the Food albums, Flora and Fuana, and the Big Album.
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Peru – Photos – The “Best Of” Album
Photos from our incredible trip to Peru in 2007. This is the “Best Of” album.
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Peru – Photos – The food Album
Photos from our incredible trip to Peru in 2007. This is the Food album.
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Peru – Photos – Flora and Fuana
Photos from our incredible trip to Peru in 2007. This album focuses on plants and animals.
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Climbing at Lover’s Leap
Some of you may remember, back a few years ago, when I was consumed with climbing. You might even know that Kim and I met at the climbing gym in Southern California, and were climbing partners and friends before we dated. But over the last few years, I’ve been busy with work and school, and…
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Davenport 2007 Surf Contest
First of all, a big thanks to Demany Smith for putting the contest on. It was fun. Good to see everyone, a good vibe. I showed up early Friday, and headed out to surf with Buck, Eric, Vince, John B.,Jared, Graham, Dennis Judson and others. There was some swell, and lots of wind. Lots and…
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Desolation Wilderness – Velma Lakes – Lake Tahoe.
Kim and I are going on a trip to Peru in November, and part of it will be an extended hike. We’re both a bit out of shape, so we’re in training mode. We went hiking last weekend, in the amazing Desolation Wilderness area, near Lake Tahoe, CA. This amazing location is only about an…
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MBA Graduation – UC Davis
Last Saturday was my graduation ceremony for my MBA degree. It was a bit bittersweet. I was proud to be done, but sad that my friends would all be going their separate ways. I’ve loved the program, and made friends with some incredible folks. I’d thought about a graduate degree for many years, and it…
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Baja Surf Kayak Trip
Not a lot of story to tell, but after graduation, I was looking for a short vacation. I met up with Chris, Bruce and Dennis in Southern California, and we loaded up Chris’ big old SUV, and drove into Baja. The surf was small, but we had a good time. Surf friday, Saturday, and headed…
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dis-orientation
For the last two years, I’ve been a full time student at UC Davis, working on an MBA degree. I’ve learned a ton, and really felt like it was worthwhile. I’ve also been blessed to be surrounded by some of the coolest people I’ve ever had the privilege to associate with. Smart, funny, and generous…
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Misc. Spring paddling
It’s been a crazy spring, lots going on with family, school, and starting a company. I’ve barely had time to sleep, but I find paddling refreshes me in a way nothing else does. I’ve snuck out for a few early mornings and late afternoons, and a couple Saturdays. Most of it has been on familiar…
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Santa Cruz Paddlesurf Contest 2007
Santa Cruz is the largest paddle surf contest in the country, and one the bigger events in the world. People come from all over the world to surf the famous Steamer Lane. There was big contigent from Ireland and England. I got another new boat, the Mega Megatron. Best surf boat ever. I hadn’t competed…