Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it. ~ Ferris Bueller; from Ferris Bueller's Day Off, screenplay by John Hughes Do what, Ferris? Stop. Look around. Okay, will do! (Or, as my co-workers say ad nauseum, "Copy that," which I guess is preferable to … Continue reading Obey Ferris
Creeping vs Being Creepy (or, From “Yes! Deer!” to “Yes, Dear.”)
Sometimes creeping up to something and taking photos is... I don't know, "Being a good naturalist?" Other times, maybe not so much. Such a fine line! (P.S. By the way, would anyone want to go for a ride in my new car? Can you believe this, I found it abandoned? And with free champagne inside!)
The Camping Towel
Around 1993 I went to a sale of unclaimed Lost & Found items. I bought two items: an umbrella, and a towel. $1 each. I still own both (I think). That umbrella is... around. Somewhere. I live in LA. Umbrellas are like family in this town: irreplaceable at the right moment; best kept out of … Continue reading The Camping Towel
Leafy Leftovers
Here are a few photos from this year that never found the right post in which to make their appearance. Until now. Kinda like Photo Understudies. Late bloomers! Let's let them have their moment in the spotlight before Photogenic Fall arrives, okay?
Thank You, Camping Genie
In my last post, I waxed and waned about camping. I pined for pine forests. You know what they say, right? Be careful what you let me wish for. I might just get it. And then you might have to hear all about it. No, I haven't gone camping... yet. However, there's now a spark … Continue reading Thank You, Camping Genie
The Smell of Camping
I promise, I'm not one of those bacon fanatics. I like bacon -- but usually only bacon. Not "Something + bacon." That said, I absolutely love the double-smoked bacon from Mahogany Smoked Meats in Bishop, CA. My favorite dish to put it in is a Hungarian dish called, "Beans as in Somogy" from "The Cuisine … Continue reading The Smell of Camping
My Day 2!
It's all about finding the calm in the chaos. ~ Donna Karan I love that quote, and aspire to live so intentionally that I find pockets of calm throughout my day like Easter Eggs, although re-reading the quote makes me wonder, "What was Donna talking about before she said 'It's'?" We assume she means life, … Continue reading My Day 2!
Right Trails/Wrong Trails
I get asked this all the time: "Camp Host Chad, can you please show us how to tell the difference between right trails and wrong trails?" I say, "Sure!" Then I give three examples, on land, sea and air:
Bud-nanza!
Simple is good. ~ Jim Henson
Trail Wisdom: Mixed Messages
Pretend you're going for a hike. What do you do first? You eat something healthy, naturally. Something natural. Something high in protein and low in sugar... I'm clearly making this up. Would that constitute "healthy?" <shrugs> Oh, I know! I'll show you! Here's a photo of a healthy meal: <scrolling through photos and muttering: "Cheese. … Continue reading Trail Wisdom: Mixed Messages
Campfire Tales 