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How I Somehow Ended Up Fighting Wildland Fire
How does an Oklahoma National Guardsman and software developer end up in wildland fire? From FFT2 and prescribed burns to FFT1, S-290, aviation operations, and helping build the program, this is how I found my way into wildland fire and why I am still figuring out where it might lead.
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Flagstaff Might Be One of My Favorite Places in Arizona, maybe one of my favorite places period.
I've been to Flagstaff twice and somehow got two completely different versions of it. From hiking around Snowbowl and exploring the Coconino and Kaibab forests to wildfire smoke, downtown food, outdoor shops, and views toward the Grand Canyon, Flagstaff has become one of my favorite places in Arizona.
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Las Vegas Was Fun. I Just Wouldn’t Stay at the Strat Again.
Las Vegas was a hell of a trip, but I definitely learned a few things along the way. From a $1,000 hotel surprise at the Strat to canceled tower attractions, brutal desert heat, and slot machines in the airport, here’s what my Vegas trip was actually like and what I’d do differently next time.
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Amazon Basics 50°F Sleeping Bag Review: A Lot More Bag Than $20 Should Buy
The Amazon Basics 50°F sleeping bag is comfortable, reasonably light, and surprisingly well built for the price. At around $20, it feels more like a $40 sleeping bag and stands out as an excellent value for mild-weather camping.
6.8/10Sequoyah Bay State Park Review
Sequoyah Bay State Park is a clean and practical lake access park on Fort Gibson Lake, offering straightforward water recreation and a simple outdoor experience.
7.8/10Sequoyah State Park Review
Sequoyah State Park is a well-rounded Oklahoma park on Fort Gibson Lake with camping, hiking, horseback riding, scenic views, and a stronger state park identity than most lake parks.