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Posted on 3 December, 201325 November, 2013

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5 great places to walk in John Muir’s footsteps

“Climb the mountains and get their good tidings. Nature’s peace will flow into you as sunshine flows into trees. This quote from naturalist John Muir appeared in the book “Our National Parks,” which was published in 1901. In an age when conquering the natural environment and adapting it to our own end was the norm,…

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Posted on 2 June, 201116 July, 2015

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Making waves: bringing fresh water to those without

It’s my turn to give back. In a month’s time, I will be leaving for Uganda to help a local organization bring fresh water facilities to a rural community that has none, and I hope you follow Far-flung Travels throughout the journey. While on vacation last fall, I spent my last few days in West…

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