An Inuksuk is a pile of rocks in the shape of a person. Inuk means 'person' and suk means ‘substitute’ in the Inuit language. The inuksuk was used by the Inuit in Canada to show people the way, to warn people of danger ahead, as a memorial sign or as a helpful tool at the caribou hunt. The Inuksuk stands for Inuit power, leadership and motivation.
Through our travels and expeditions, we are more than ever convinced that nature is a perfect teacher. When travelling through pristine wilderness, over high mountains or on rough seas, you immediately feel humble, a state of mind we tend to loose in this 21first high-tech century where we think we can conquer anything !
Being outdoors, you appreciate your shelter, food and water, and you appreciate more than ever true friendship. One learns when to travel and when to stay put and listen to the teachings of the weather elements. One doesn't ‘conquer’ a mountain; the mountain lets one walk on it.
Through our INUKSUK website we want to share with you our adventures and respect for mother Earth. We invite you to use your 5 senses and start to witness what nature can provide you: a never ending teaching book. Happy trails, Bert & Kiki
Roy and I finally made it to San Pedro de Atacama: The trip was long, but all things considered everything went well. On my flight from Brussesl to Madrid and than to Santiago I met with the B FAST team, travelling to Chile to help the victims. Lots of respect for the beautiful country and its friendly people.
Of course Chile is affected by the terrible earthquake, but the dignity, courrage and strength with witch they are handling this is an example for all of us. I dare to ask you a small donation to ATACAMA PARA TOME. They need it over there.
Because of some competitors of the ATACAMA crossing, still trying to arrive here it time, the race will start on Monday. That gives us an extra day to get used to the altitude and the heat. On Sunday it material check and a 3H busdrive to the first camp in the desert, where we start racing on monday morning. We already have met lots of pro ultra runners. We'll keep you updated asap
Pura Vida
Bert
Bert has arrived
Friday, 05 March 2010 10:29
Bert has safely landed at Santiago Airport at 09:20 local time.
He travelled together with the Belgian B Fast team.
At arrival there was quite some chaos (luggage, ... ), as could be expected, but he's there :=)
Interview op Radio 2 Vlaams Brabant
Friday, 05 March 2010 10:21
Listen to Bert's radio interview on Radio 2 Vlaams-Brabant
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Bert has safely landed at Santiago Airport at 09:20 local time.