Snorkeling with Manta Rays in Hawai’i

The whir of the motor softens, but the wind continues to roar in my ears. The captain begins throwing the boards over the side of the boat and everyone flocks to starboard at a command I did not hear. I pivot in my seat on the gunwale of the boat, swinging my legs from the … Continue reading Snorkeling with Manta Rays in Hawai’i

Whitewater Rafting Down Tully Gorge

The wet season is finally coming to an end, and with perfect timing too. My friends Ari, Linda and I decided to go whitewater rafting down the Tully River on Saturday. I woke up at the crack of dawn to catch my ride, and I got to see the sky change from night to day … Continue reading Whitewater Rafting Down Tully Gorge