Chile and Argentina ~

Yes—it is an outdoor clothing company. No—it is not a country. But, Patagonia is the southernmost region of the south american continent.

Tales of its trophy-trout swim through the dreams of fly fishermen. Its glaciated mountains and granite spires draw climbers from around the globe. For three years this place tugged at my heart—relentlessly calling me to traverse its wild terrain. In January 2009, the dream was fulfilled.

The place was nuts! It was an adventure complete with a nine-day trek around Torres del Paine, a 42-hour bus ride across the Argentina countryside, and a handful of rivetting sunrises amidst rain, snow, and winds gusting at 140km/hr.

I could go on forever. Instead, see the gallery of images, and I think you'll understand.