Hiking the Appalachian Trail: Caratunk to Monson
September 18 Its cold! In Caratunk it is suppose to get down to 30 degrees tonight. Up here in the mountains it’ll be in the twenties. Got almost all my clothes on. Hope I’ll stay warm in my...
View ArticleOn being stranded on a river in a raging blizzard – and why rescue services...
I read with interest the story of Reza Baluchi, an ultra-marathoner trying to “run” from Florida to Bermuda in a human-powered inflatable bubble. He was rescued at sea after he signaled for help. I was...
View ArticleEverything I know about sponsorship for adventurers
Throughout the years, I’ve gotten quite a few requests for information about sponsorship for adventurers. How does one go about lining them up? What’s realistic? In this post, I’ll tell you everything...
View ArticleHiking the Appalachian Trail: 100-Mile wilderness
September 22 Hiked 9.1 miles. I’m in the 100-mile wilderness. I hope to average 11 miles per day and make it out in 10 days. I’ve decided to do a 10 mile loop off the Appalachian trail which follows...
View ArticleHiking the Appalachian Trail: Baxter State Park and Mt. Katahdin
October 2 Hiked 10 miles. Hiked an easy but beautiful 10 miles through Baxter State Park. Leaves were at their peak and it was wonderful to leisurely walk through the forest. I camped at the last...
View ArticleRoadschooling Reading
This is a sample chapter from my book Roadschooling: The Ultimate Guide to Education Through Travel Children are made readers on the laps of their parents. ~Emilie Buchwald Reading. It’s essential....
View ArticleI am thankful for… my health
I know how trite it is to post the traditional “I’m thankful for…” post on Thanksgiving, but sometimes, trite is good. Today I am so very thankful for my health. The other day I was running errands...
View ArticleA Christmas gift for you
Have I got a deal for you! I have a very limited number of copies of Chris Guillebeau’s new book, The Happiness of Pursuit, and have decided to give them away! Buy any two of my books, and I’ll...
View ArticleMerry Christmas 2014
It’s Christmas morning. A fire is roaring in our wood stove, Christmas music is playing in the background, and Davy and Daryl are getting their presents set up. John took the pups to the foothills to...
View Article6 Ways to find free accommodation when you travel
Today, I’d like to introduce you to Justin Carmack, a travel blogger, divemaster and overall lover of freedom and adventure on the road. In 2010 Justin sold all his things and left home; traded his...
View ArticleWhen the dream doesn’t work out
Today, I want to introduce you to an incredible woman. I am privileged to have the opportunity to work with a number of ladies striving to make their dreams happen. It’s a lot of work and requires...
View ArticleHow to get paid to build YOUR online business
Today I’d like to introduce you to Rachel Denning. Again. She’s written articles for my blog before. Here’s one she wrote about education. Here’s another about the importance of getting kids out in...
View ArticleWhat is FIRST Robotics and how does it work?
A popular pastime at all FIRST events is to gather buttons from each team. Davy now has about 500 buttons, and has them all proudly displayed on a (very heavy) shirt. As you know, my sons are involved...
View ArticleFrom human rights lawyer to travel blogger: How Cuba changed my life
I frequently talk about living your life on your own terms in this blog. I am a firm believer that we have one life to live, and it’s up to us to make it good. I also understand the pull of society –...
View ArticleWhen solo travel isn’t the best teacher
When everybody is raving on the benefits of traveling solo, can I say that traveling with someone taught me a much stronger lesson. It seems that lately, all travel related sites and blogs have been...
View ArticleOn Travel and that Socialization thing
Today’s post is really only half a post – the other half can be found over at Travel Deep and Wide. Stacey-Jean Inion, the awesome mama of many who has been traveling for eight years with her tribe of...
View ArticleChasing the Sun: Summer Adventures in the Saddle
Pedaling off into the great unknown can be a most exhilarating feeling on a bright sunny day, but we humans are cursed by the need to be surrounded by our home comforts. Don’t be hindered by a...
View ArticleDo You Really Need Insurance When Travelling With Your Family?
Nowadays, you surely want to save a lot of money. This is what helps you to travel and to enjoy much more when you are on a family holiday. Unfortunately, although there are so many that talk about...
View ArticleHow To Travel Around Australia on a Budget
Australia is very interesting country and there is much to see. You cannot claim to have seen Australia by going to just one city alone. Visiting Sydney, for example, will not give you the slightest...
View ArticleTips to save money on trips to Britain
Travel, particularly overseas travel, can be a daunting proposition for many people. Some might be so worried about finding the time or scheduling the flights, the hotel rooms, and what you’ll do when...
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