Travels…
Lifetime Adventures
Read Stan’s journaled narratives and discover the myriad wonders of the world, from transcontinental bicycle trips to scaling some of the world’s tallest peaks to engaging with fascinating individuals in remote villages and communities. If you have a yen for adventure, then this pieces are for you, whether you have seen the world at large or only dreamt about it from afar.
Ends of the Earth: On Seven Continents
For over half a century, Stan Havlick has lived or traveled on all seven continents. A number of his world adventures and expeditions benefited the Colorado Cancer Foundation. His presentation, Ends of the Earth, includes…
Explore the Arctic of Northern Alaska
What are your thoughts when you hear the word Arctic? Snow, ice, polar bears, darkness, global warming? Join Stan Havlick and his wife Margaret as they venture into this pristine, yet rapidly changing region of our…
Northern Exposure: Norway, Beyond the Arctic Circle
Join Stan for a fun-filled evening of slides on traveling and trekking in Norway and the Arctic. Explore Oslo's Vigeland Sculpture Park, Roald Amundsen's ship the Fram, Thor Heyerdahl's raft Kon-Tiki, the Sami culture in…
81 Degrees North: Above the Arctic Circle
In the fall of 2023, Stan and his wife, Margaret, travelled high above the Arctic Circle (81 Degrees North). The expedition included the spectacular eastern coast of Greenland and a chance to explore the remains of ancient Thule settlements and deep fjords…
Galapagos: Islands That Changed the World
Rugged and rocky, delicate and fragile, strange but beautiful, the Galapagos archipelago is one of the most unique places on our planet. Its climate and geology plus its diverse fauna and flora play important roles in...
Monks to Monkeys: Savor Japan
Japan is a must see and you should consider a visit to this wonderful country as a strong candidate for your bucket list. Japan is rich in Asian culture, has great cuisine, and Japanese hospitality is second to none…
Viva Cuba: A Cultural Adventure
So near, yet oh so far! Cuba, a mere 90 miles or an hour by air, but an eternity in terms of economic progression. In the winter of 2014, Stan Havlick and 15 members of the Boulder-Cuba Sister City Organization (BOCUSCO) journeyed…
Explore Ireland: The Emerald Jewel
A special treat was visiting Annascall, the home of Tom Crean, the famous Antarctic explorer who was a member of three major polar expeditions in the early 1900s. The Ballycarberry Castle, Kylemore Abby, Cliffs of Mohr, Trinity College with...
Pura Vita: The Osa of Costa Rica
in the Spring of 2012, Stan Havlick and five family members journeyed into the heart of the Osa Peninsula in Southwest Costa Rica. One third of the Peninsula is dedicated to the remote and beautiful Corcovado National Park.
Yellowstone in Winter: A Trilogy
Thinking of a neat snowshoe or ski trek this winter or next? Join Stan for an informative and fun filled evening as he shares photos and stories of his three Christmas expeditions (2007-2011) trekking over 100 miles…