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December 10, 2022

Druidry: Yesterday & Today

An ancient, Celtic spiritual tradition that was nearly wiped out is being revived and adapted for new generations. Druidry is a spiritual tradition that is..

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  • Random Thoughts & Musings
December 10, 2022

Having Fun with the Lensa AI iOS App

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  • Cameras & Accessories Reviews
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December 9, 2022

Review: Panasonic LUMIX DMC-LX100

TL;DR The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 is a compact camera that offers a lot of features and performance in a small, lightweight body. With a large,..

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  • Oregon Coast Guides
  • Rockhounding
December 8, 2022

Hunting for Georgeous Oregon Coast Agates

What are Oregon Coast agates? Oregon Coast agates are a type of gemstone that is found along the coast of Oregon. These beautiful stones are..

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  • Oregon Coast Guides
December 5, 2022

Cape Perpetua Scenic Area

Cape Perpetua is a beautiful and scenic area located on the Oregon coast, which is managed by the U.S. Forest Service, covers 2,700 acres, and..

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  • Photo Journals
December 4, 2022

Photo Journal: King Tide’s on the Oregon Coast (November 2022)

A silvern mist enhances,by tangling half the light,the glowing bay’s expanseswhich else had been too bright;for air is subiect toa tidal ebb and flow. Unknown

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December 4, 2022

Photo Journal: December 4, 2022

Dead in the cold, a song-singing thrush,Dead at the foot of a snowberry bush, –Weave him a coffin of rush,Dig him a grave where the..

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  • Oregon Coast Guides
December 1, 2022

Lighthouses of the Oregon Coast

The Oregon coast is a rugged and scenic region, with many treacherous stretches of coastline. As a result, lighthouses have been an important part of..

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  • Random Thoughts & Musings
November 30, 2022

Are we {humans} actually the fae folk?

Cryptids, some of which are called “the fae” or “the fae folk”, are mysterious creatures that are said to exist but have not been proven..

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  • Cameras & Accessories Reviews
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November 30, 2022

Review: The Yashica Electro 35 Rangefinder 35mm Film Camera

TL;DR The Yashica Electro 35 is a rangefinder camera that was produced from 1966 to 1972. It was known for its sharp lens and compact..

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November 20, 2022

Photo Journal: Mushrooms at Lint Slough in Waldport, Oregon

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  • Making Stuff
November 14, 2022

Project: Vardo Wagon

During the 2020 Covid-19 Pandemic, we took on a family project to build a tiny vardo camper. We had to move before it was completed,..

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  • Oregon Coast Guides
November 10, 2022

Crab Snaring on the Oregon Coast

Crab snaring is a method of capturing crabs, typically for the purpose of harvesting them for food. This can be done using a variety of..

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  • Oregon Coast Guides
November 9, 2022

Visiting the Oregon Coast

As someone who has spent two years now living on the Oregon coast, I can say with certainty that it is a truly special place…

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  • Photo Journals
October 19, 2022

21st Annual Yachats Mushroom Festival

A festival hosted in Yachats, Oregon that features guided mushroom identification walks, workshops, a speakers hall, identification tables, and more. You can see more at YachatsMushroomFestival.com.

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  • Making Stuff
October 14, 2022

Project: Reclaimed Coasters & Shelves

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  • Spirituality & Philosophy
October 13, 2022

Gaianism – an earth spiritual practice that traces back to Pythagoras

What is Gaianism? It is a modern spiritual and environmental movement that is centered on the idea of the earth as a living organism, or..

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  • Cutlery & Tool Reviews
  • Reviews
October 10, 2022

CRKT Swindle: The Gentleman’s EDC Folding Pocket Knife

TL;DR CRKT’s Swindle features a hollow modified Wharncliffe, 12C27 Sandvik steel blade, IKBS ball-bearing flipper, frame lock, and a smooth handle so satisfactory that you..

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  • Making Stuff
September 14, 2022

Project: Essential Oils Shelf

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September 11, 2022

Photo Journal: Driving Along the Central Oregon Coast

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  • Photography Tips & Tricks
August 10, 2022

Landscape Photography: a rewarding hobby with a low barrier to entry

Introduction What is landscape photography and why is it so popular? Landscape photography is a popular and rewarding hobby that allows you to capture the..

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July 10, 2022

Opinel No. 08 Stainless Steel Pocket Knife: Trusty & Traditional

TL;DR The Opinel No. 8 is a stupidly simple, traditional knife that is a well-made, functional, and stylish piece of equipment for about what you’d..

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  • Making Stuff
July 2, 2022

Project: Herbal Bath & Body Farmers Market Products

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June 10, 2022

Review: Sony a6000

TL;DR The Sony a6000 is a versatile and compact mirrorless camera that offers a lot of features and performance for its price. With a 24.3..

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  • Cannabis & CBD Reviews
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December 10, 2021

Boundless CFC 2.0 Vaporizer

TL;DR The Boundless CFC 2.0 is a great beginner, budget vaporizer than can also be very discreet if you keep the chamber clean. It has..

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December 10, 2021

CRKT’s Sleek & Powerful Jettison™ EDC Folding Pocket Knife

TL;DR The Jettison is another solid EDC knife from CRKT. A modified Wharncliffe-style blade made out of value steel, a flipper opener, stonewashed steel, a..

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  • Photo Journals
June 23, 2021

Red Sunset in Waldport, Oregon

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