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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Situational Awareness: Key Practices for Staying Safe
In times of heightened global tension, such as the ongoing war in Iran, the risk of terrorist threats can increase both at home and abroad.…
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Maximize Your Overlanding Adventure: Tools & Tips
Overlanding—self-reliant travel to remote destinations—has evolved dramatically with the advent of new technologies. In 2026, planning an extended overlanding trip requires a blend of digital…
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Essential Gear for Gourmet Overland Cooking
Overland camping offers the unique opportunity to enjoy gourmet meals in the heart of nature. To create successful culinary experiences on the road, it’s crucial…
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Essential Knife Skills for Wilderness Survival
Venturing into the wilderness demands more than courage and curiosity—it requires preparation, skill, and a deep respect for the tools that ensure survival. Among these,…
● 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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