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The Science and Nature of Wanderlust, tourism, landmarks for nature buffs and more.
Fish
I’ve always wanted to see the world and explore all it has to offer. The opportunity seems to become more and more accessible to me each waking moment. I’m only sixteen. In fact, I turned sixteen in Ireland.
Kacey NicosiaPublished 6 years ago in WanderHow I Deal With Having Three More Seasons Than I Did Before
I really enjoy winter. It kind of baffles people how I could, seeing as I am from Southern California and it doesn't get much lower than 60°F. I just enjoy it so much. Especially after having moved to Texas, it's just such a great time of year. The cold. The sweaters. The shawls. The boots. The hot chocolate and warm coffee. The lit fireplaces. The marshmallows. The warm sun on a brisk 30°F morning. But aside from that, what could possibly be just as exciting before the winter chill hits? Fall.
Wanderless
When the word freedom comes to mind, I never think of my "unalienable rights"... I think of silence. Liberty from the noise and the constant pointless chatter and debauchery of modernized life. I long to get away to a secluded, untouched quiet.
Shelton StriderPublished 6 years ago in WanderCamping with Crazy Birds
I went camping with these five chicks up in San Clemente at a local state beach. It was a last-minute trip with my cousin being one of the chicks, and some of her friends. It was my only day off that week and I had my dog with me, so I decided to tag along. I got my own twelve pack of beer to share. It was a last minute random night of chicks camping, I was excited.
Tonya ArmenakisPublished 6 years ago in WanderThe Forest
Walking into the forest, I see trees rooted into the ground growing tall from many years; starting as a seed planted long ago from a bird flying high. I see leaves of the trees with their greenish color and I see the lines across the many leafs, different on every leaf. I also see dark brown of the bark on the trees leading to branches shooting every which way with different sizes and different amount of leaves. I see insects scurrying across the bark of the trees heading to wherever they can go trying to survive day in and day out; some of them are small, some are big, some have wings, and others crawl, they're all interlocked into a cycle of survival trying not to be eaten.
Tristan BluhmPublished 6 years ago in WanderAmerican Canyon Trail
I am your average hiker-backpacker. I don't know why it is so appealing to me to live out of a tent and have to walk everywhere — walk up and down the trials to get a view of the world, that I can not see sitting at my desk from work. It just seems like living like a hobo for a few days is a reset button on my soul. Working every day where I have to reason with my boss to give me time off to go to a family member's funeral and many other issues like that just completely wears my soul thin.
Pheobe ParisPublished 6 years ago in WanderWalking or Sauntering?
During the experimentation process, Henry Thoreau described the beauty and freedom of living a simple and independent lifestyle away from the common herd of men. His self cultivation process focused on his inner self and aligned best with striving to achieve wisdom, contentment, freedom, and tranquility. In solitude and nature, he was able to make sense of his identity, and meditate on the extensive problems of living and existing in the world. Thoreauvian’s model of immersing oneself with nature is proposed in his writings, and challenges one to reflect on both the act of walking, and one’s relationship with nature. The kernel of self cultivation is present in his writings and experiment as he purposefully withdraws from his external obligations of society and attends his internal arena in order to amplify his spiritual connection with nature. Hence, one will reference Thoreau’s excerpt titled, "Walking," to highlight his interpretation of the significance and art of walking as a means to self cultivate his inner state of being.
Clari GarzaPublished 6 years ago in Wander7 Hidden Gems of Scotland
It's no doubt that Scotland is one of the most beautiful countries in the world. From the vast rolling hills to the bustling of the cities, it's often hard to find those small places which make it feel like your own.
Crown Shyness and Two Other Natural Phenomena Worth Traveling the World to Find
Do you look up when you walk through a forest? If not, perhaps you are missing out on seeing one of nature's most curious phenomena: "crown shyness." "Crown shyness" is when the upper branches, leaves, and extended reproductive structures of a tree, known as the tree's crown, avoid overlap, intersect, or any other form of touching. With tree crowns avoiding contact with each other, the name "crown shyness" makes a lot of sense.
Stefano RucciaPublished 6 years ago in WanderSome of the Best Resorts Around the World
Who does not like to spend their vacation at a beautiful beach resort in Hawaii or an animal lodge in South Africa? Here are some of the most amazing resorts from all around the world.
Jahnavi sarinPublished 6 years ago in Wander10 of the Most Haunted Hiking Trails in the World
As long as humans have existed, people have told tales of ghostly hauntings. It seems like it's just part of human nature to believe in ghosts. Most of the time, you'll hear about rumors of haunted houses or haunted hotels. Sometimes, you'll hear about haunted hospitals where spooks are around every corner.
Ossiana TepfenhartPublished 6 years ago in WanderWildflowers That You Shouldn't Eat
Just because a plant is beautiful doesn't mean you should put it in your mouth. You might think that's obvious but the worst life hacks you should never try include eating whole containers of nutmeg, drinking Purell, and consuming morning glory seeds just because they can get you drunk or high. People need to be warned about everything! Also, there's no such thing as "obvious."
Ben KharakhPublished 6 years ago in Wander