Jeannette McGillJun 23, 20201 minMountaineering Moments #1 . . . Mandy Ramsden2020 will mark 10 years since Mandy summitted Everest – becoming only the second South African woman to do so as well as the very first Sout
Jeannette McGillAug 1, 20192 minSummit Steps: It's all in the name!Hiking - Mountaineering - Trekking - Walking - Bushwalking - Tramping - Climbing - Wandering .... 🤨😶 In the outdoors there are many...
Jeannette McGillJul 17, 20192 minSummit Steps: Dress like an onion - in layers!This is what we tell anyone who asks us “what do I wear in the mountains?” The world of clothing is about personal preference and some...
Jeannette McGillJun 14, 20192 minSummit Steps: Trekking Poles? It’s best to use both poles if you decide to use them. Use the wrist loops to support your arms and to provide additional leverage
Jeannette McGillJun 14, 20192 minSummit Steps: What is in your backpack . . . ??There was an South African TV commercial for a milk powder that had the tagline: “It’s not inside . . . it’s onnnnn top!” When it comes...
Jeannette McGillJun 14, 20195 minSummit Steps: “I do not pray for a lighter load, but a stronger back” Phillip BrooksA loaded overnight back pack should not weigh more than about 20 percent of your body weight.
Jeannette McGillApr 8, 20194 minSummit Steps: FootwearWe are all different, our preferences are different and most definitely: one size does not fit all when it comes to shoes!!
Jeannette McGillApr 8, 20191 minThe Real Reason You Have WanderlustI've had this project on my mind for awhile . . . but like everything sometime fate pushes you over the edge. I had written a magazine...
Jeannette McGillApr 8, 20192 minNepal, Widows and an Everest Expedition worth following ..In 2004 numerous Nepali men were recruited through KTM agencies for Daoud & Partners to work in a 5 Star hotel in Jordan, but upon...