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Wrestling vs Teaching
Comparing two process I’m passionate about: Wrestling vs Teaching Wrestling and teaching may seem worlds apart, but they share fundamental principles that shape success. In wrestling, mastering moves like a…
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Gurukul
Sunbeams pierced the thick, humid morning air as the man traversed the short mud path between his hut and the city. Layered shadows cast by the jungle’s vibrant canopy crossed…
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Whittier Ridge
Mount Margaret Backcountry / Mount St. Helens A Walk Through the Blast Zone On October 9th, 2024, I woke up feeling like winter was just around the corner, and I…
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My Five Favorite Series
From books and movies to anime and beyond, these are my favorites. Game of Thrones captivated me from the beginning with its unpredictable storytelling and cold, unrelenting world. The series…
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North Cascades: A Rugged Wilderness Like No Other
The most glaciated and unseen gems, with awe-inspiring, jaw-dropping views waiting atop well-earned trails, where its majestic peaks reveal themselves beyond the roadside.
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Torment to Forbidden
August 18, 2023: 6:30 am. —I grab a ticket for my backcountry permit from the Wilderness Information Center in Marblemount, which opens at 7:00 am. By 8:40 am, I’m heading…
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Timberline Trail
I’ve been itching to throw some miles down, push my limits, and really stretch my legs. Caretaking obligations have kept me domestically grounded, and the walls are closing in. My…
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Mt Cruiser to Mt Grady Summit Report
Sept 23, 2024 On August 7, 2022, I traversed the Cushman 6. Link to FKT. Across the valley from Cub Peak was a beautiful, jagged ridge. My interest piqued, I…
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A Synchrotron of Ideas: The Leaderless Classroom in Motion
Creating a Synchrotron of Ideas: The Leaderless Classroom in Motion 1. The Role of Democratic Forums: Imagine a classroom where students aren’t just following a set agenda but are part…
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Unleashing the Power of Leaderless Classroom
My First Attempt at a Student-Led Classroom My journey toward creating a student-led classroom began in 2001-2002. Inspired by the Greek democratic forums where ideas were shared openly and publicly,…
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The Quiet Struggle
“The Quiet Struggle: How AI Could Help Us Articulate Our Deepest Drives” I often have an internal struggle where I feel a deep, almost subconscious need to work on something,…
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Sedona Vortex
A Bell Rock Vortex Fictional Narrative The Vortex Bell Rock is a fun rock: its short vertical sections and curved ledges resemble a stack of soft-serve ice cream. My shoes…
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Dome to Sinister Summit Report
June 21-23, 2024 Downey & Bachelor Creek Bushwack: The crazies need no introduction; however, recent trail restoration has improved that. I want to start with a shoutout to the volunteers…
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Mt Hood/Columbia River Gorge Visitor Guide
Mount Hood is an iconic mountain located in the northwest part of Oregon. It’s well known for its great skiing and outdoor adventures. Map Tips for Using the Map: Trail…
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Goat Rocks Wilderness
Goat Rocks Wilderness lies just south of the quaint town of Packwood. During a thru-hike, I encountered a PCT hiker who claimed that Goat Rocks offered the most spectacular scenery…
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North Cascades: National Forests and Wildness Areas
Wilderness Areas A wilderness area is a federally protected area of undeveloped land that is managed to preserve its natural conditions and “wildness”. Wilderness areas can be found in national parks, national…
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