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Tag: “Tips for Wanderers”

This is my carry on travel pack - a Pacsafe Venturesafe 45L GII - at the Hotel Nature Lodge in Joffreville, Madagascar. Photo by Brett Fisher.

How to Travel Light with Just a Carry On

A key to travelling light is a single, carry on piece of luggage. To travel light is also a choice about lifestyle and values. Here are some guidelines for making it work.

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WorldNomads.com Travel Insurance

How to Get Travel Insurance

Don’t leave home without it. Travel insurance, that is. For short or long term travel and outdoor adventure activities, I use and recommend WorldNomads.com.

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Earth Class Mail

How to Use a Mail Service While Traveling or Living Abroad

If you’re going to travel for awhile, or live and work overseas, how about a mail service to manage your hard copy mail? I use and recommend Earth Class Mail.

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Creativity in Wild Study

Long Trail Hikers Are More Creative

A recent study finds a cognitive advantage to spending time in the wilds. The study looked at backpackers on four to six day trips. Long trail hikers spend five or six months out. Makes us very creative?

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A Rattlesnake - Pacific Crest Trail

Rattlesnake Bite First Aid

Rattlesnake bite first aid when you’re on a long trail and hours or days from a medical facility.

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