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We were on training again. This time from March 22-27, 2012 on a Tropical Jungle Training under some ex-military rangers. Staying in a rainforest, which we did not notice until after we got our was that it is actually really dim in the tropical jungle. The canopy up top cuts off much of the sun. The day we came out and make our way home, everything felt clearer and crisp visually. 

After 6 days training in the jungle, chopping wood, trekking, catching fish/shrimps and eating sardines, baked beans and rice, Kevin's lost about 6 kg... So we are a little lighter and a little smarter.

We've learned a lot more about the fauna of our tropical rainforest. The array of edible and herbal medicinal values of the fauna and flora (fancy words for plants and trees) of the Malaysian tropical jungle seem too many to remember. The few we do remember, however, makes it an even more interesting trek through the jungle for our guests!

As part of adding to our trip packages, we've been exploring and searching for more fantastic locations for our trips. For the month, February 2012, a friend brought us to location that has become our best waterfalls location in Malaysia. Pristine, huge and far enough from city, Paradise Falls has more than 30 waterfalls on the same riverstream. It's quickly becoming our ideal place for adventures. In this one location, we can fit in many outdoor activities in one place for those who are in a rush but want to all our activities in one day. But, it will take time to get it fully ready.

We are in the midst of packaging it and for now, we will be offering Paradise Falls as a full-day, Customized Adventure Package - with possiblity of waterfall abseiling, jungle trekking, canyoneering and jungle camping right in one place. Of course, we hope to do more there! Interested? Drop us a note.

We started OpenSkyUnlimited in January 2011. We've met many incredible people on our trips. You've looked beyond the bugs and dirt to enjoy the breathtaking and fantastic views of mountains, riverstreams and even embraced waterfalls. Thank you for being part of our outdoor adventure in Malaysia. We are glad that you've enjoyed it as much as we have. We will keep Kuala Lumpur as our base to bring our guests out of the city to the beautiful outdoors that are near but far enough. It's been a great journey since the days of our office jobs. Grateful we are, for you who share our enthusiasm for the outdoors. You have also made us one of the top "things to do" of Kuala Lumpur on TripAdvisor. Thank you!

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The Wilderness First Responder Course, we attended, was an 80-hour curriculum that included standards for urban and extended care situations. Special topics included but are not limited to: wound management and infection, realigning fractures and dislocations, improvised splinting techniques, patient monitoring and long term management problems, up-to-date information on all environmental emergencies, plus advice on drug therapies. Emphasis was placed on prevention and decision-making, not the memorization of lists. What does it mean for you? Read more

Date: March 27, 2011

Thoughts on 127 hours

My dad came over, last night. We watched the movie "127 hours" together. This is my 2nd time watching it. Leaving for India in 12 hrs and this is the movie I watch? Well, it is relevant because I will learning to rescue someone in a similar situation, also hoping I never find myself in a situation here I have to cut off my own limb to live. Most basic thing to be cautious of is my own arrogance.

For a quick summary of "127 hours" movie based on a true story, go here. Any aspiring adventurer, whether casual or those wanting to be hardcore ones should learn from Aron Ralston's mistakes. A wise king wrote along time ago: "Pride comes before a fall". For Mr Ralston, he lived to tell his story. Learn it well, adventurers!

The quote I personally relate to, "Don't buy cheap China-made multi-tool... (even) if it comes with a free torchlight!" ... especially if you need to depend your life on it.

Ok... I should be in bed. Three more hours before I have to be up.