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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Surviving Violence: Jeff Cooper’s Combat Mindset Essentials
Lieutenant Colonel Jeff Cooper, a U.S. Marine Corps officer and the founder of the Gunsite Academy, is widely regarded as the father of modern defensive…
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Master Overlanding: Effective Route Planning with CalTopo
Planning an overlanding trip is an exciting endeavor that combines adventure, exploration, and the thrill of the unknown. To ensure a successful journey, meticulous planning…
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The Discrepancy Between the Number of Saved Lives with COVID-19 Vaccination and Statistics of Our World Data
by Nicolas Hulscher, MPH The study titled, The Discrepancy Between the Number of Saved Lives with COVID-19 Vaccination and Statistics of Our World Data, was…
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Combining GPS and Traditional Skills for Safe Exploration
Exploring the wilderness is an enriching experience that allows individuals to immerse themselves in the natural world, away from the hustle and bustle of urban…
● 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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