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Yeti Gear Case survives a swamping during Texas Water Safari
My Yeti Sidekick Dry Gear Case held up way better than me during the Texas Water Safari two weeks ago. I made it 154 miles into the race, then stepped out of the boat in Cheapside because I was sick and gave up. (More on that in a future blog.) The dry case stayed in...
City launches free shuttle to Zilker Park
If you’ve made a trip to Zilker Metropolitan Park recently, you probably know that parking’s often a problem. Starting this weekend, you can park off site and take a free shuttle to Austin’s most loved oasis. The Austin Parks and Recreation Department is offering the...
Staring down the barrel of the hottest, slowest, most wretched Texas Water Safari ever …
This is it. In less than a week, I’ll be slogging down the River of No Return while Mother Nature aims a hell of a blow torch at me during the Texas Water Safari. I know (sort of) what to expect. I did the paddling race in 2019, as part of a three-woman team called...
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Testimonials
Pam LeBlanc is a remarkable and fearless adventurer. She is not afraid to ‘ride the tiger’. Her writings capture the spirit and essence of her varied exploits...and she demonstrates a deep sense of stewardship for Mother Earth."
- Dan Sholly, former chief ranger of Yellowstone National Park
To read any of Pam’s reports from the field is to be whisked alongside a down-to-earth yet formidable woman with a great adventurous spirit, for the ride of your life. Her storytelling and photographs will have you yearning for the great outdoors, a new journey into yourself…or perhaps a naked run with hundreds of your closest friends!"
- Tanya Streeter, record-setting free diver and environmentalist
Pam’s perspective of seeing the world brings out the light in people, places and situations. Not only is she creative, and original, with her lighthearted humor, she always finds a ways to put a smile on your face. I always look forward to seeing her work!"
- Leo Manzano, Olympic silver medalist in the 1500 meter run
I’ve never known someone so willing to jump — sometimes literally — into her work as Pam LeBlanc. She is a writer whose prose can take you places you’ve always wanted to go — or the places you wish you could go, but probably never will."
- Debbie Hiott, former executive editor of the Austin American-Statesman and now general manager of KUT and KUTX