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Category Archives: Adventures
The Story Bench
Ed note: An affable friend of mine had this terrific idea – a Story Bench. Here’s Dr. Bill explaining his socialization project. Something similar is discussed in a wonderful podcast on Hidden Brain–talking to strangers on a train.
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Summer Fitness Trip to Bainbridge Island
Thanks to Christine A. You’ll enjoy visiting popular attractions such as the Bainbridge Island Museum of Art, Arts and Crafts, Zutto Vintage & Antiques, and more! There are various restaurants in the nearby areas, notably Doc’s Marina Grill, where you … Continue reading
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Take a Hike in the Andes: a virtual walk
The Fitness and and Wellness subcommittee is bringing back the popular Skyline Virtual Walk. Among the many “walks” we have taken in the past are the Oregon Trail, Route 66, and the Pacific Crest Trail. For those of you who … Continue reading
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Standing Up Floating Across the Roof of the World
ByArt Thiel in the Post Alley Newsletter Drive east from Seattle on I-90 and take a left at Missoula, MT. Head due north for about 1,700 miles. Then, theoretically, you could dip the front wheels into the Arctic Ocean’s once-mysterious … Continue reading
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Gig Harbor Sailor: A Second Solo Circumnavigation Around the World
By Ted Olinger Once you become the first person to circumnavigate the globe alone under your own power — 41,196 miles of rowing solo across the Pacific, Indian, and Atlantic oceans, then pedaling a bicycle across and scaling mountains over … Continue reading
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