About

About us…

We love the colours of the Australian Outback, the red earth touching a blue sky on a faraway horizon; and the fabulous coastline of our sunburnt country, where a golden sandy beach is washed over by a warm turquoise blue sea…

A few years ago we graduated from work and re-entered the classroom of life where an education is guaranteed and all that is needed is an open mind.

Cheers, Baz & Janet

 

169 thoughts on “About

  1. littlebangtheory's avatar littlebangtheory November 3, 2012 / 12:44 am

    Dude, the way you’re working for it, this is a likely “go” for you. Time will tell, weather and altitude you know, hard to predict conditions. But strong legs, big lungs and an iron will can’t hurt! 🙂

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    • XPLORE - Out and About's avatar The Landy November 3, 2012 / 5:18 am

      Thanks for that…time will tell, but as always, one step at a time! Don’t forget to check in to see how it develops…. Cheers!

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  2. yourkinkywedding's avatar vastlycurious.com November 1, 2012 / 11:39 am

    I would love to do this..I am in decent shape but it’s about fortitude and stamina isn’t it?
    (not to mention the cold)

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    • XPLORE - Out and About's avatar The Landy November 1, 2012 / 12:29 pm

      I think it is a combination of a number of things. Fitness is important, but the ability to go all day, and then look after yourself when you get to camp means that endurance is key.

      But, it is a journey for me, and it is unfolding and I’m learning more as I make my way, so I’ll keep you posted! As they say in the classics, just do it…what are you up to next?

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      • yourkinkywedding's avatar vastlycurious.com November 2, 2012 / 12:25 am

        I want to sky dive again but everyone I know is too afraid!

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  3. Rebecca Budd's avatar Clanmother November 1, 2012 / 11:13 am

    Go for it!!! Now is YOUR time. I will be happy to applaud from the sidelines!

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    • XPLORE - Out and About's avatar The Landy November 1, 2012 / 11:16 am

      Thanks, looks like you’re having plenty of fun, for sure!

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      • Rebecca Budd's avatar Clanmother November 1, 2012 / 11:19 am

        I am!!! The best is yet to come!!! Just make sure you do what you need to do now!! And I have a feeling that is exactly what you are doing….

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  4. Ice Scream Mama's avatar icescreammama October 27, 2012 / 11:33 am

    Hi there Landy, I love your blog and think you’re amazing. I’m in this Blogger Idol contest and our assignment for the week is to write about 4 blogs that we love. Would you mind if i used one of your pictures?

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    • XPLORE - Out and About's avatar The Landy October 27, 2012 / 6:07 pm

      Of course you can, I’m flattered….be good!

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  5. Cameron's avatar Cameron October 11, 2012 / 12:56 pm

    I just wanted to say, as a fellow outdoorsman, thank you for following my blog. Your mission to accomplish the worlds best 8,000 meter peaks is inspirational at the least. I wish I had the life style to pursue such tasks.

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    • XPLORE - Out and About's avatar The Landy October 11, 2012 / 1:46 pm

      Thanks Cameron…and it is with the support of others, like yourself, that I hope to be able to do it…Cheers, Baz

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  6. Maxi's avatar Maxi October 3, 2012 / 7:56 pm

    Determination seeps through every word. Once you “take it on” nothing stands in your way. Good for you, Landy. Wish you great success!
    Blessings ~ Maxi

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  7. CebuanaVegan's avatar Rayni October 2, 2012 / 1:17 pm

    “Security is mostly a superstition.” I love this. Cheers! 😉

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  8. Piggletino's avatar Piggletino September 29, 2012 / 11:52 pm

    Loving the quote and this is such an inspiration for anyone who wishes to pursue an unconventional lifestyle/dream!

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  9. sarahsdoodles's avatar sarahsdoodles September 14, 2012 / 12:41 pm

    I love your mantra, your writing style and the lovely anecdotes you always share! I reciprocated the blog love. Thanks for the One Lovely Blogger nomination!

    One Lovely Blogger

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    • XPLORE - Out and About's avatar The Landy September 14, 2012 / 1:51 pm

      Thank you, I’m humbled. Just a bloke and his journey to the top of a mountain, and yep, I’ll be chanting that mantra long and loud…take care Baz

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  10. mouseytong's avatar mouseytong September 13, 2012 / 9:32 pm

    Thank you for dropping by my blog!
    Looking forward to reading your adventures!!

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    • XPLORE - Out and About's avatar The Landy September 13, 2012 / 9:48 pm

      Likewise, and what are you doing in Italy??

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      • mouseytong's avatar mouseytong September 13, 2012 / 9:55 pm

        I live here! 🙂 Working in exhibition design and construction. Which accounts for the traveling. We also restore antique vespas, lambrettas and bikes and other items. That is a hobby. 🙂

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      • XPLORE - Out and About's avatar The Landy September 13, 2012 / 10:07 pm

        Fantastic, sounds like a very good lifestyle!

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      • mouseytong's avatar mouseytong September 13, 2012 / 10:13 pm

        so far so good. No complains here. Yours too! So thrilling. It must also be very awe inspiring to see nature at its best!

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  11. AndrewGills's avatar AndrewGills September 9, 2012 / 8:41 pm

    I love the quotes. Sounds like we are similarly crazy 🙂 . Except I’m trying to run ridiculously long trail runs while you’re aiming to climb a ridiculously high mountain 🙂

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    • XPLORE - Out and About's avatar The Landy September 7, 2012 / 5:09 am

      I am very flattered, thank you Hayleens….

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      • hayleens's avatar hayleens September 7, 2012 / 6:39 am

        You are very welcome!

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  12. Laura's avatar Laura September 6, 2012 / 3:17 pm

    This is awesome! Hiking is one of my favorite pastimes when I’m in a location that allows for it. Future hubby and I always try to find at least a day trip when we go on vacations… Keep it up!

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    • XPLORE - Out and About's avatar The Landy September 6, 2012 / 3:38 pm

      Thanks, nothing like being “Out and About” !!

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