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Cuisine (Part I)

  • May 3, 2016March 10, 2019

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About a month ago I bought Carnation powdered milk. It was an impulse buy while I meandered down the baking aisle one late Sunday evening. My thought process: “I should give this a try before my trip.” Yet each morning after grabbing my Honey Bunches of Oats, I purposefully reach for my deliciously cold soy … Read more

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What To Do…?

  • April 8, 2016March 10, 2019

A lot of people have been asking me, “What will you do?”

The easy answer is: hike, rock climb, snorkel, watch wildlife, kayak, go caving, attend ranger-led tours, and simply explore.

Yet I assume that most people mean, “What will you do when you’re not doing adventurous things?”

So I’ve come up with a list:… Read more

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My MyPod

  • March 26, 2016March 10, 2019

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Yep, that’s my MyPod. I put a down payment on it today and am super stoked to almost own my new home-away-from-home. It’s not as roomy as my current apartment, but I have adequate head space, a comfy mattress, AC, and an entertainment system. What more could a girl ask for? This lil’ bad boy … Read more

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The Great Plan

  • March 12, 2016March 10, 2019

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Apparently visiting all of the 47 national parks within the continental U.S. isn’t an original idea. I assumed that others had attempted this journey before and decided to do some recon to support my suspicions.

  • Isle Box has mapped out the optimal route (although they claim there are 48 – not true)
  • Scott Cochran,
… Read more
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Renegades and Wanderers

  • March 3, 2016March 10, 2019

I am astounded at the responses I receive when I tell people about my journey.

“Good for you… I’ve always wanted to take a road trip like that.”

“Like a renegade! That’s awesome. I’m so jealous.”

“I’d take a trip like that if I could. It’s the trip of a lifetime – one you’ll always … Read more

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Teardrops Anyone?

  • February 11, 2016March 10, 2019

So there’s this amazing invention called teardrop trailers.  I’ve contemplated sleeping in a tent for months and it definitely isn’t as appealing as this:

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Cute, cozy, and – yes – much safer than nylon.  The fun part? Rainy days will be quite enjoyable as I relax with a cup of Via coffee and a good … Read more

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Secrets and Guides and Maps for the Miles

  • February 6, 2016March 10, 2019

I purchased three books today.  Take a look!

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These will serve as my all-inclusive resources throughout my journey.  Whether it’s using the atlas when I’ve lost cell reception, or finding the best hidden hiking trails at Congagree, I’ll be all set!  It’s time to start scouring the pages of these priceless books and doing my … Read more

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Thoughts & Things

Gear reviews, poetry, food tips, philosophical ramblings, and much more! This miscellany section showcases the inner-workings of a nature enthusiast’s mind.

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National park expert. Nature enthusiast. Outdoor educator. These are the chronicles of my travels and discoveries around the country and throughout the world.

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