Journal

Geocaching Equipment Checklist

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I love to hike and trail run but every now and then I’ll throw in some geocaching. It’s a modern day treasure hunt using a GPS device to discover hidden caches. These caches contain anything from trinkets to simple log books for you to document your find.

Geocaching will take you off the trails and on a scavenger hunt so it’s important to carry essentials to make it safe and fun.

Water Bottle

Hydrate! You could be out searching for hours so stay hydrated.

First Aid

Pack a lightweight kit with bandages, ointments, balms. All the above in case you get some cuts and scrapes. Don’t forget insect spray or sunscreen.

Multi-tool

Pocketknife, or a multi tool will come in handy. For all those “just-in-case” moments.

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Top Secret GORP Recipe

Excellent for hiking, geocaching, and general fuckery

  • popcorn
  • peanuts
  • almonds
  • pecans
  • dried cranberries
  • dark chocolate bits
  • white chocolate bits
  • Chex
  • granola

Pro tip: Use hot popcorn to melt the chocolatey bits.

v.45

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It’s my 45th birthday. Version 44 was a shitty iteration and 2017 was a shitty year. Time to upgrade.

175

That is my target weight goal. Eat lean and train mean. I don’t simply want to eat right and lose weight. I want nutrition and fitness. I shot up to 200 this year and back down to 190. Fifteen pounds is very doable once I stop eating out and drinking less soda. More trail running, weights, yoga and meditation will help get lean and reduce health risks.

Alcohol

Speaking of drinks, I am imposing my own prohibition. I dont get drunk and I am not a cheap date. Version 44 has seen me consume a lot of beer, bourbon, scotch and whiskey. I feel it and it shows. Never say never though, because I am building a new photography group around this subject as well as hashing.

Create > Consume

I’ve been stagnant in generating anything of value to myself or anyone else recently. Circumstances, distractions and lack of inspiration has caused that. No more.

I want to write more, interact with people again and develop something from nothing with my two hands and brain. Instead of cranking out a novel that may or may not get written, I may try short stories instead.

On the consumption side I want to stay inspired with my average of fifty books to read as well as various websites. Inspiration and mood boards as well.

Version 44 was a shitty iteration and 2017 was a shitty year. I am ready for the growth.

v. 45

by

It’s my 45th birthday. Version 44 was a shitty iteration and 2017 was a shitty year. Time to upgrade.

175

That
is my target weight goal. Eat lean and train mean. I don’t simply want
to eat right and lose weight. I want nutrition and fitness. I shot up to
200 this year and back down to 190. Fifteen pounds is very doable once I
stop eating out and drinking less soda. More trail running, weights,
yoga and meditation will help get lean and reduce health risks.

Alcohol

Speaking
of drinks, I am imposing my own prohibition. I dont get drunk and I am
not a cheap date. Version 44 has seen me consume a lot of beer, bourbon,
scotch and whiskey. I feel it and it shows. Never say never though,
because I am building a new photography group around this subject as
well as hashing.

Create > Consume

I’ve been stagnant in
generating anything of value to myself or anyone else recently.
Circumstances, distractions and lack of inspiration has caused that. No
more.

I want to write more, interact with people again and
develop something from nothing with my two hands and brain. Instead of
cranking out a novel that may or may not get written, I may try short
stories instead.

On the consumption side I want to stay inspired
with my average of fifty books to read as well as various websites.
Inspiration and mood boards as well.

Version 44 was a shitty iteration and 2017 was a shitty year. I am ready for the growth.

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ANUSTART

Here’s my brand new website for a brand new life. I am re-thinking everything and doing it for me this time. You’re welcome to join me on this misadventure.

Warning: website will include vague references, fuckery, drunk realizations, epic statements, sober realizations, shenanigans and maybe even my top secret gorp recipe. I dunno. 

Playlist: Feeling Good

Location: 36* N, 95* W

Anustart

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Here’s my brand new website for a brand new life. I am re-thinking
everything and doing it for me this time. You’re welcome to join me on
this misadventure.

Warning: website will include vague references,
fuckery, drunk realizations, epic statements, sober realizations,
shenanigans and maybe even my top secret gorp recipe. I dunno.

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Location: 36* N, 95* W

Micro Adventure

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I just rang in the longest day of the year by hiking up and camping on a mountain west of and overlooking the city.

No tent, no fire, just me, the sleeping bag and a few essentials under a pine tree.

Bonus: it was international hike naked day.

I need more of these micro adventures to recharge my body and soul.