Random Acts of Adventure
My Name Is Flag
November 6, 2008
With most elections called and the fever pitch of candidacy over, it's a time to reflect on our decisions. No matter your point of view or opinion on the outcome of the elections, one thing remains the same for all of us - we are Americans. I think I speak for most of us when I say, this is a great country. It's not without mistakes and challenges that we've become who we are today, but our indomitable spirit of hope remains. I was forwarded this video from a friend, and thought it quite apropos to our current state. It's time to remember, party aside, what we stand for. Here's to a bright and proud future.
Voice Your Vote
November 3, 2008
We all have opinions, hopefully. The fact that we live in a country that asks us to give our opinion is a privilege that many have given their lives to protect - so let's honor that. Whatever it is that you believe in, make your voice heard on November 4th by going to the poles to cast your vote for federal, state and local officials and propositions. This is quite possibly one of the most important elections of our lifetimes, so be a part of it, have an opinion and make it heard. Voting is your voice!
If you are unsure where to go to vote, google - yes they think of everything - has a page dedicated to finding where your polling place is. Simply click through here, type in your address where you are registered and voila!
Women's Adventure Contest - Yoga Jungle
October 17, 2008
We’ve teamed up with our friends over at Women’s Adventure, a great site and magazine for gals with an adventuresome spirit, to run a contest. We are giving away ten $20 gift certificates every month until December in exchange for a story about a recent adventure – the good and the bad parts. Then 3 lucky winners will be drawn from the monthly winners for the grand prize $500 gift card! We know there are those moments of either the highest highs or the lowest lows from a big trip somewhere exotic or a small trip somewhere domestic.
Below is a great example of a yoga/spa trip to Costa Rica, written by fellow adventurette Angela.
My spa yoga retreat turned into a jungle adventure with riot gear. When I arrived in Costa Rica, the luxurious room online is a cot in a jungle hut. So what, that's romantic, right? I hike to the yoga temple. No class? The yoga teacher is on her day off? (There's only one yoga teacher at the yoga retreat?) I make myself busy until dinner. By 6:00, the jungle is pitch black and my flimsy flashlight is no match to the jungle noises and the warning that my hut is located in "snake alley." It rained so hard that the jungle roads washed out, limiting beach access. On the plus side, I did wake every morning to howler monkeys. And I was in the rainforest! I had an awesome experience sea kayaking, cresting two waves that brought me more than 50 yards into shore. When it was time to leave my rainforest home, the local people had blocked the main road calling for flood relief (rightfully so). I hiked past armed militia to catch my shuttle back to the capital city. It was time to get back to the safety of mountain lions and 14ers in Colorado. Om.
Funeral Flowers
October 13, 2008
While on her morning bike ride to work, Tami, our lovely PR Toadette saw this sign at her favorite place to buy flowers. Although it is sad, his sense of humor is appreciated in these dark economic days. You know what “they” say, if you’re not laughing, you’re crying.
Invest in your 401-Keg
October 6, 2008
Some stats to ponder.
• If you had purchased $1,000 of shares in Delta Airlines one year ago, you would have $49.00 today.
• If you had purchased $1,000 of shares in AIG one year ago, you would have $33.00 today.
• If you had purchased $1,000 of shares in Lehman Brothers one year ago, you would have $0.00 today.
But, if you had purchased $1,000 worth of beer one year ago, drank it all and then turned in the aluminum cans for the recycling refund, you would have received $214.00 back.
Based on the above, the best current investment plan is to drink heavily and recycle. It is called the 401-Keg.
A recent study found that the average American walks about 900 miles a year. Another study found that Americans drink, on average, 22 gallons of alcohol a year. This means that, on average, Americans get about 41 miles to the gallon!
Mmmm... Beer
September 25, 2008
It was yesterday at about 4:00 when the New Belgium beer fairy came by our office. I am not sure if their magical powers had sensed how thirsty we were for a little respite from the busy week, but needless to say, the visit was a welcome one. With a little fairy dust and a wave of the magical beer wand [insert magical harp sound here] the Toad fridge filled with gloriously yummy New Belgium beer. There was much rejoicing and the decision was made to finish off our hectic workweek with a little happy hour.
Thank you New Belgium beer fairy!
Check back for video and pics on our little TGIF party and the quenching of some thirsty Toads.
Mowercycle
September 19, 2008
Picture this … the wind in your hair, the big blue sky above you and nothing but lawn as far as the eye can see. This bad boy may not have a supa bad V twin engine and tail pipes that put out a sound that shake the teeth out of your head – but that’s what we think is so awesome about this thing. Did you know that a typical power lawnmower pollutes as much in one hour as driving an automobile for 20 miles! Why not combine your workout with your chores and do it all while impressing the neighbors. Guaranteed the Joneses will covet your new mowercycle.
A shout out to this guy for making the mowercycle our new favorite vehicle!
How to Make a Schwing Bike
September 17, 2008
Call it whatever you like: Schwing bike, swing bike, wobble bike- there's no denying that these bikes are badass. We had a chance to ride one at a recent photo shoot and we are hooked!
We got home and decided we needed to make our own swing bike. Fortunately our friends over at Instructables.com have a handy dandy instructable to walk you through making your own! That is if you have a grinder and welding torch handy. Have fun and be safe!
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Check us out cruising on the swing bike. |
Cone Head
September 3, 2008
A writer/friend of ours sent us this picture and we just think that although it’s sad, at least they made use of the space for a little Toad reminder that Everyday is and Adventure – especially when you are wearing a cone around your neck.
Playing Dress Up
August 27, 2008
Once, again we celebrated the launch of a new season with a grand ol’ fit session at our outlet store in Freeport, Maine. Employees and friends of Horny Toad came together last night to enjoy delicious food, good company and great clothes!Every season we get a group together to try on all the new clothes and give us feedback on how the styles fit. People loved the new styles and warmly welcomed our timeless, traditional pieces. Now that we’ve gathered all the feedback, we’ll be uploading it onto the site so anyone shopping can read real feedback from those who’ve tried the styles on! You can find this info under the ‘sizing info’ section under each item description. If you have your own feedback about any of our new fall styles, let us know, your feedback could also end up on the site.
Here’s some snapshots from our session.
Crusade Against the Mundane
