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Bald Eagle Map: My Canoe 50 Campaign

Ben Franklin wasn’t a fan of the bald eagle; he called them “rank cowards” and believed the eagle to be “a bird of bad moral character.” Franklin thought, comparatively, that the turkey would be a better Seal for our nation. … Continue reading →

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My Rough Route & Time Frame

Posted on March 31, 2017 by

Many have asked about where and when I’ll be during my Canoe 50 Campaign. Where? I have a general idea. When? Well, that’s a fine question, which I can’t answer with much certainty. I’ve budgeted for a 6 month trip, … Continue reading →

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Welcome to My Canoe 50 Campaign

Posted on March 24, 2017 by

An optometrist once told me a story. It was about a middle-aged man whose eyes he looked at from time to time. This man had traveled throughout the world and had done a lot with his life — he was … Continue reading →

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Sultry Croatian Hostel Worker

Posted on March 20, 2014 by

The day was dreary. Gray skies reflected the tones of the streets and buildings below. Light rain fell frequently, interrupting our sightseeing attempts. Even on a sunny day, Zagreb, the Croatian capital, was an awkward conglomeration of old and new. … Continue reading →

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Welcome to Shameless Travels…

Posted on September 20, 2010 by

I had one goal when writing the introduction for this travel page – to not type the word ‘experience’. Seeing as I’ve already blown that objective, moving on with grace may be an issue. Fortunately, in both my writing and … Continue reading →

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