What is an Inuksuk?

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.

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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
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The challenge PDF Print E-mail
challengeThe Atacama Crossing 2010 is a 6 stages and 250 km long race on an altitude between 1600 and 2400 meters above sea level.

Competitors must carry their own equipment and food for the whole race. (at least 2000 calories per day).
They are only provided with water and a place in a tent each night but are supported by professional medical and operations teams.

Although Bert has traveled long distances with heavy backpacks before, he never ran a marathon, not even shorter distance races.

The other competitors will be no ‘competition’ but a fountain of inspiration for his personal quest: finishing save and sound this emblematic Atacama desert ultra-race.

 

Your donation to ZEEPREVENTORIUM is Bert's biggest motivation!
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