National Geographic Adventure arrived in the mail today. So I sat down, grabbed a cold beverage and proceeded to read it from cover-to-cover. And now I don't ever want to go back to work (please don't tell my boss)! I just want to trek all over that world. Seriously, it's that good a read.

Adventure travel, backpacking, climbing, kayaking, mountain biking--you name it. Top it off with great writers and photos, this magazine has it all. I may never get to many of the places that are featured monthly in Adventure, but I've damn well added them to my "to-do" list. And with a little determination...

This month's Adventure just happens to feature a place close to home--New Hampshire's Mount Washington--a favorite destination of Maine adventurers. Because of its weather the mountain is considered the deadliest in the U.S., and 133 people have lost their lives on its slopes. The story provides a frightening account of two climbers who died while ice climbing in Pinnacle Gully, while making the case for Washington's deadly reputation. It's a chilling reminder to all of us.