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Why I Love the West: Deserts (and Giveaway!)

Posted on 12. Apr, 2010 by Writer.

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I was listening to this podcast the other day while road tripping through the desert and found myself both saddened and furious. In Stuff You Should Know’s Will the moon save humanity?, Josh and Chuck are pondering the end of the world and discussing projects that may save humanity. In the intro they discuss projects [...]

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Why I Love the West: Dirt Roads

Posted on 24. Mar, 2010 by Writer.

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May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. ~Edward Abbey

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Why I Love the West: Crazy Earth Art & Open Space

Posted on 03. Feb, 2010 by Writer.

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It is no coincidence that the ultimate event in self-expression, Burning Man, occurs every August in the Black Rock Desert of Nevada. Whether it is ancient rock art, massive earth work pieces (Michael Heizer’s work) or mind-tripping burning playa works – Nevada and the rest of the West are breeding ground for artistic expression. In [...]

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Why I Love the West: Amazing Natural Hot Springs

Posted on 20. Jan, 2010 by Writer.

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Today I am introducing a new series entitled “Why I Love the West”. The American West is the ultimate destination for extreme budget travelers. Besides the cost of a car and fuel, you can learn to scrape by on practically nothing with free camp spots and plenty of no cost sights to keep you entertained [...]