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The Science and Nature of Wanderlust, tourism, landmarks for nature buffs and more.
Biking Through a CRAZY Storm
It was 2014, I was 20 years old working as a product photographer. I had the urge to do a bike trip from Cincinnati, Ohio to Cleveland, Ohio. So I took the time off work and planned the trip up the Ohio to Erie bike trail. I had a fixed gear bicycle (for those of you who don't know, a fixie is a bike with a fixed gear so you cannot coast. If the wheel is moving the pedals are moving. At the time I rode without brakes because I could brakes with my legs/pedals) and a milk crate. I packed up some camping gear and a backpack full of my equipment, like computer and camera. Being a photographer I wanted to take pictures on the trip and being a product photographer I wanted to work while on the trip. Terrible idea, clearly I didn't think this out because it was so much unneeded weight on my bike back.
By Conor Corich7 years ago in Wander
I Hiked the Pacific Crest Trail in the Dead of Winter—And So Can You!
Of course you can't hike the entire Pacific Crest Trail in the dead of winter. That would be impossible. But over the years I have hiked many sections of the Pacific Crest Trail in the dead of winter, and some of those for hundreds of miles and months at a time. My favorite of all winter hikes on the PCT is the section from the Mexican border, 250 miles up to the heart of the San Jacinto Mountains, and then back to the border. The secret to this hike is that it is mostly through the south-eastern deserts of California which, even in the dead of winter, are relatively snow free. And, if not balmy, at least usually above freezing during the day. Most of the time hiking is in the 3,000 foot elevation range with the only real high altitudes coming around Mount Laguna, (up to 6,000 feet) Combs Peak, (5,000 feet), and the San Jacinto Mountains (between 5,000 and 7,000 feet), which was where I had to turn around and head back south to the border.
By Eric Bullard7 years ago in Wander
Find Your Respect for Nature
As I flew out of Anchorage, Alaska, headed back to my lab in Colorado, I saw the beautiful glaciers in the mountains. This image tells a story of beauty and sadness. You can see the light of the setting sun reflecting off the glaciers and lakes. But it’s sad to think that if action isn’t taken, they soon will be gone.
By The Coffee Ghost7 years ago in Wander
Flowery Trail Road
I crossed Chewelah Mountain on Flowery Trail Road. There were flowers at the beginning, many of them, and lush pastures too. After that it was simply a steep climb through a dark and heavily managed forest. Mismanaged would perhaps be a better term. The mountains were brutally cut and with the even aged management style. Scarred from clear cuts in other words.
By Dale Walker7 years ago in Wander
6 Best Places to Camp in the US This Summer
If you decide to go camping this summer, then you will want to read this before you choose your ideal destination. With so many camping choices it is often hard to decide where you will pitch your tent. However, I have compiled a list of 6 destinations for every camping enthusiast. If you plan on traveling for an extended period of time, then you may want to consider a cargo roof rack to haul your belongings around. This will help ensure there is plenty of space inside your vehicle, and allows everyone to ride more comfortably from one destination to the next.
By Olivia Picton7 years ago in Wander
An Avid Reader Plans a Hike in the TN
Yay, it's the weekend!! I work from home and I logged back in to check something before I ended my day, and I learned something: you have to be willing to take corrections, or you will always be stuck, and you will never grow. Duh!
By Felicia Baxter7 years ago in Wander
Hiking in Bergen, Norway
“Happy Birthday!” my husband says in my ear. “Wakey wakey!” My eyes crack open, heavy from sleep, to see his coarse red beard and big blue eyes in my face. I groan and roll over on a stiff futon mattress, feeling my back release the stiffness in several little pops. I stretch, groping the floor for my phone.
By Loretta Widen7 years ago in Wander
Take a Risk
The greatest enjoyment I've had, waiting for the summer, is when spring rolls around in the desert, because many trees bloom with excitement and push these beautiful blossoms for a season of allure and beautiful fragrance. This is the highlight of my year and it comes and goes.
By Zibby Progress7 years ago in Wander
An Experience at the Tongo Whistling Rocks and Shrines, Ghana
A headset was firmly attached to my ear as I was listening to a documentary about a historical destination on BBC radio. During this time, we were almost on our way to the Whistling Rocks and Shrines. Shortly before the start of a turn, we found some excellent huge stones at close range. I was immediately fascinated by this scene. This is the Upper East region of Ghana. It is located in the north of the country, and is the second smallest administrative district in 10 districts of Ghana. The rocks sound like the blast of a whistle of a soccer referee. Tongo Whistling Rocks and Shrines is the claim to fame. The amazing part in the center of this attraction is that the Holy Land and the Heavy Stone are combined where you can go through the ritual process, and experience a feeling of luck, protection, and prosperity. Interestingly, religious customs are carried out carefully in different dimensions. People have to go semi-naked, and be blessed as they want.
By Osei Agyemang7 years ago in Wander
