Conquer

I once was amazed at those who conquered mountains, hiked up one to two thousand meters elevation, and trekked kilometer after kilometer with their heavy packs - just to be in nature and secluded from the rest of the world. So, I tried to do it and I suffered greatly. It tore my confidence down. But I never gave up. I was determined to experience the wild backcountry to the fullest. To go only where few have been. To see something rare and beautiful. To be able to photograph the location and say, “I did it.” This hiking trip was one of my most challenging to date. Now after years of hiking and pushing my boundaries, I can finally say I am one of those people who conquer. My heart and soul ...View all