by explorenl | Oct 2, 2026 | 2026, Uncategorized
1913 2026 Hubbard Rock in 1913 vs 2026. Wallace, who had lost the original plaque in the rapids on his trip in, resorted to chiseling an inscription in memory of Hubbard. He then painted it with a mix of white lead repair material and bacon grease heated over the...
by explorenl | Sep 29, 2026 | 2026, Uncategorized
After 14 days and 115km of paddling, lining, wading, rapids, portages and a 40km trackless hike, Saku and I, in a surreal series of events, came to Hubbard Rock – the scene of the tragic death from exhaustion on October 18th, 1903, of Leonidas Hubbard, deep in...
by explorenl | Feb 11, 2026 | 2026, Uncategorized
Interesting times, folks! Meet my 7 strong, good-looking Labrador Huskies. Recently returned from a two-week adventure with them in the Big Land wilderness. It was a thrill and hard work getting acquainted with the young hooligans. A lot more work to come to prepare...
by explorenl | Dec 1, 2025 | 2025, Uncategorized
Want to support small business this Holiday season? Shop our new merch store http://www.justin-barbour.com/shop and check some items off your to-do list! Justin is wearing the “Life is Better Outdoors Vintage Cap” and Heather is wearing the...
by explorenl | Dec 4, 2024 | Uncategorized
by explorenl | Jul 22, 2024 | 2024, Expedition Northeast, Uncategorized
After 372 days and 3900km (2145km as crow flies) I hiked out of the fog to Cape Pine Lighthouse to complete Expedition Northeast. A 6 year dream was realized. What a rip in the wilderness. It was a journey that just kept on going. Canoe, snowshoe, bike and hike...
