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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Exploring the Intersection of Overlanding and Photography
Overlanding, the art of self-reliant travel to remote destinations, brings forth a unique confluence of adventure and exploration. When paired with photography, the journey becomes…
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Subsistence Hunting while Overlanding: Balancing Sustainability and Necessity
Overlanding, the act of traveling long distances overland in a self-sufficient manner, has gained popularity among adventure enthusiasts seeking to explore remote and untouched landscapes.…
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The Decline of Hats: An Analysis of a Lost Fashion Accessory and the Case for Their Revival
The fashion landscape has witnessed numerous trends come and go, but one accessory that has seemingly fallen out of favor is the humble hat. Once…
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On the Symbolism and Meaning of the Chinese Dragon Tattoo
Tattoos have long been a means of expressing personal identity, cultural heritage, and spiritual beliefs. When it comes to the symbolism and meaning of a…
● 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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