Sharing my adventures and travels.
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● Featured essay
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Western Iowa, where I live, is prone to severe weather events, including tornadoes, derechos, blizzards, and flooding. These hazards can rapidly disrupt critical infrastructure, making reliable communication both a challenge and a necessity. A robust P.A.C.E. (Primary, Alternate, Contingency, Emergency) communications plan is essential for families, organizations, and emergency responders…
● Latest Essays
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Global Campfire Recipes for Adventurous Eaters
Camp cooking is more than just a means to satisfy hunger in the wild—it’s a celebration of culture, creativity, and community. As travelers and adventurers…
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Essential Maintenance Tips for Carbon Steel Cutlery
Carbon steel cutlery is prized for its sharpness, ease of sharpening, and classic aesthetic. However, it is also more susceptible to rust and corrosion than…
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Mastering Food Processing While Dispersed Camping
Dispersed camping offers a unique opportunity to connect with nature, far from the amenities and crowds of established campgrounds. For some, this experience is deepened…
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Essential Cooking Gear for Dispersed Camping
Cooking in the wild, whether during dispersed camping or overlanding, is both a challenge and a joy. The right gear can make the difference between…
● About Me
I’m Alain, a professional fine art landscape photographer, videographer, and educator, often travelling off-road to get to great photography locations.
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