Monday, April 20, 2015

Kids These Days...

As I have said before, what's the point of having a blog if you can't use it for good... and by 'good' I mean promotion of good causes, especially when they are being championed by family.

Today's nepotism is brought to you by The Transcaucasian Trail and two industrious, adventurous former Peace Corp volunteers - Jeff Haack and Paul Stephens. Since their time in the Peace Corp they have been working in GPS mapping. Their plan is to establish a hiking trail from the Black Sea to the Caspian Sea.
Okay. I 'borrowed' this pic from the fundraising page. Please don't hate me. I am using it for good.

 In their words: "it (the trail) will increase sustainable tourism and bring economic activity to remote areas, it will raise the profile of the protected areas in the region and help ensure their continued conservation, and it will promote the connections between communities, ecosystems, and people, in a place where there is too much focus on the things that divide." And really, who doesn't want to help promote a more sustainable world in which division is only a math term.

Please take the time to check out their Facebook Page: The Transcaucasian Trail 
And if you can help please check out their fundraising site: The Transcaucasian Trail
You can also find them on Twitter (@transcaucasiant) and Instagram (@transcaucasiantrail).
again, totally 'borrowed' from the page but seriously - beautiful!
Of course, I have a vested interest here - Jeff is my nephew, world traveler and peach aficionado extraordinaire. He is also sporting my husbands crampons. Which are not feminine hygiene products for seriously cranky women but equipment used to climb ice. They have been taking up space in our basement for years and I DO NOT see my husband using them EVER AGAIN. (Except when he does the trail with Jeff, once it is opened.)
Stay Safe Guys and Keep up the Good Work!!
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12 comments:

  1. bonnieApril 20, 2015 at 10:24 AM

    What a great thing to do!

    That photo is gorgeous.

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    1. LauraEhlersApril 20, 2015 at 10:53 AM

      I have to admit, I knew very little about the area until Jeff moved there with the Peace Corp. It is extraordinarily beautiful and looks to have some wonderful paddling and sailing areas!! ;0

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  2. Beverly DiehlApril 20, 2015 at 10:32 AM

    So cool that they have the drive and vision to do something like this.Hope they get all the funding they need. Sharing.

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    1. LauraEhlersApril 20, 2015 at 10:54 AM

      Thanks for the share Beverly! They will greatly appreciate the support!

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  3. Sharon GreenthalApril 20, 2015 at 10:55 AM

    I so wish I had taken more adventures when I was young - what a wonderful experience!

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    1. LauraEhlersApril 21, 2015 at 6:57 AM

      I so agree Sharon! These guys have been all over the world and working for good causes. They are amazing - as are their parents for not completely flipping out!! ;)

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  4. MocadeauxApril 23, 2015 at 6:23 PM

    Amazing! Good luck to the guys! What an ambitious project!

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    1. LauraEhlersApril 24, 2015 at 8:32 AM

      I agree Mo! I can't imagine the planning and physical labor involved!

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  5. UnknownJuly 6, 2015 at 1:24 PM

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    1. LauraEhlersJuly 7, 2015 at 4:53 PM

      Thanks for the info William. But I am pretty sure the guy in charge was named Elliot Ness. Unless Liness was his secret code name...in which case we are both in huge trouble!

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    1. LauraEhlersJuly 25, 2015 at 9:15 AM

      Thank you for your consideration Mr. Hussain. I feel I can assure you that these two men are not politically motivated in any way other than allowing a way for others to view the spectacular scenery of these beautiful countries. And perhaps, in that way, bring cultures together in a respectful manner.

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