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When I think back on my time in the Lake Powell canyons, my heart sinks a little. Our experiences in life are fleeting; only memories remain and at some point those fade too. I will forget most moments from this trip, but I will hold many with me until my mind falters in old age. Watching people push themselves for the sake of getting better astounds and encourages me. Overcoming my own obstacles is immensely satisfying as well. Here is a moment I will not soon forget: When I stemmed across the pool Chris talks about in the video, I was so afraid, but so determined. That combination of emotions is hard to sustain for long, but when you get the opportunity to use them to make yourself better, that is a gift. Immediately following me across the pool was Chris, who shared emotions and challenges similar to my own; I had the privilege of helping talk her through the traverse and supporting her emotionally on her way across. When she made it to the other side, it gave me as much joy as it had when I had reached safety myself. This is canyoneering at its finest – when … Continue reading →