Whether it’s obvious or not, I’ve been traveling a lot lately, a questionable decision during the pandemic, so I’d like to lay out some of what I’ve been doing to keep myself and others safe during this time. I’m writing this because I fear that people will only see the travel and not the fairly …
Setting off on an extended tour is something I’ve always wanted to do. This winter I did it. I did it with one backpack. If not for Covid-19 I’d still be out there, adventuring! I’m happy to do my part and stay home for a while to prevent the spread of this disease though. In …
“Judges, couple 239 is now on the floor. Competitors, your next dance is the Tango.” Already out of breath, we take the floor. It’s been a whirlwind of airports, hours, and frantic phone calls to get here–we’re just happy to have caught any of our heat at all. As we take our place on the …
A month under the equatorial sun of Kenya will give you a couple of things: a nice tan, some great fossils, and an incredible dance performance. I’m enjoying the first two a lot; the third deserves sharing here. I had the privilege of attending the launch party of a local non-profit organization called CAITHS (Center …
Thailand. The land of the elephant. My destination this winter break. A whirlwind of conservation and ecology. Here are my thoughts. What does it mean for me, as an American kid, to come over and play Indiana Jones for three weeks in the Western Forest Complex? What If I’d just sent my $5,000 USD (~160,000 …