An example of a Poncho Shelter, a simple but effective lightweight alternative to carrying a tent with you. All you need is a poncho, rope and some trees. Well, I guess a knife too :D The night following construction, it rained, so trust me it is rain-proof. But i wouldn't use it if it was gonna storm tho.
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Wednesday, July 28, 2010
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Savvy Travelers Start With an Organized Packing List
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Summer vacation season is nearing an end, but there's still plenty of time left for relaxing fun in the sun. We all look forward to the fun and relaxation of vacations, but sometimes the planning, packing and prepping leave you more stressed-out than if you had just stayed home.
A relaxing getaway always starts with organized planning. Here I provide an extensive packing list that you can use to develop your own. Use this packing checklist as you gather clothing, toiletries, carry-on necessities, and more for your next trip.
It may be helpful to make photocopies of this list before you start, or find a ready-made packing list notepad. I keep my packing lists in my luggage so when I get my luggage out of the closet and open the bag, it's right there when I need it - I don't have to go searching.
Consider having a ready-packed bag for basic toiletries that you use every time you travel, like razor, band-aids, travel-sized soap, shampoo, toothpaste, tissue, clothes-line, etc. Having these items pre-packed and stored with your luggage means less packing and risk of forgetting something.
CLOTHING
- Short-sleeved shirts
- Long-sleeved shirts
- Sweater/sweatshirt
- Pants - dressy
- Pants - casual
- Pants - jeans
- Shorts
- Capri Pants
- Skirt/pants
- Suit/dressy clothing/ties
- Swim suit/cover-up/goggles
- Underwear/socks
- Shoes - dressy
- Shoes - casual
- Shoes - flip-flops
- Sleepwear
- Work-out clothing/sweatsuit
- Jacket/rain poncho
- Umbrella
- Hats - beach, baseball
- Accessories - jewelry, purse
TOILETRIES
- Shampoo/conditioner/soap
- Deodorant
- Lotion/lip balm
- Toothbrush/paste/floss
- Shaving equipment
- Personal hygiene products
- Nail file/clipper/polish
- Comb/brush/hair dryer
- Laundry detergent/spot remover pen
- First aid kit
- Glasses, contact lens, sunglasses
- Prescription medications
- OTC medications
- Sunscreen/insect repellent
- Electrical adapter
FOR CARRY-ON
- Wallet/passport/cash/traveler's checks/money belt
- Reservation confirmation - tickets/hotel/rent car
- Itinerary/maps/guidebooks
- Travel ear plugs, sleep mask, neck rest, pillow
- Books/magazines/travel games/laptop
- Camera/film/batteries/memory card/tripod
- MP3 Player/iPod/charging station
- Cell phone/charger
- Snacks/gum
- Notepad/pens/stamps/address book/journal
OTHER LITTLE NECESSITIES to CONSIDER
- Pillowcase
- Antibacterial wipes
- Zip-top bags
- Beach towel & beach toys
- Alarm clock/flashlight/candle
After you've returned home from your trip, unpack and put everything away as soon as possible. Also review your packing list and cross off any items that you found you didn't really need to bring and add anything you forgot.
Janet Nusbaum (AKA The Organizing Genie) is a Professional Organizer, Author of Mom, Can I Help Around the House and owner of home organizing product e-store The Simplified Home http://www.TheSimplifiedHome.net For more travel organizing tips and solutions and much more, and to receive "Shelf Life of 100+ Household Items", visit Janet's blog at http://www.TheOrganizingGenie.com
Monday, July 26, 2010
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Sunday, July 25, 2010
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Wednesday, July 21, 2010
Around the Eliteclock Season 1 Episdoe 1 - The coming rainstorm.wmv
PLEASE READ DESCRIPTION THIS IS BASED ON THE SERIES LIKE "FIREFLIES," "ENDLESS,", "ONE TIME", "THE REASON WHY" AND SUCH CREATED BY MY ZWINKY SUBSCRIBERS. THIS IS BASED SOMEWHERE IN ELITECITY. THIS TAKES PLACE IN THE YEAR 2011. CHARACTERS: RYAN JOSEPH MELISSA ANDREW ALEX VEHICLES DRIVEN: RYAN: EX 3000 PLUG-IN HYBRID FLEX FUEL HATCHBACK CAR JOSEPH: EX 3000 SPORT TURBOCHARGED HATCHBACK CAR MELISSA: FC 6500 HYDROGEN FUEL CELL CAR ANDREW: NATURAL GAS-POWERED CAR ALEX: ZX 1000 ELECTRIC CAR DATE: 2011.04.01-Fr TIME: 2:00pm E3K-DT/75.0 EMT (Ryan checks watch) Ryan: Well, it's 75.0 EMT or 14:00. 2 more hours until the April Fool's event is over. Loudspeaker: Attention! Attention! The Metrogorial bureau has issued a rainfall and wind warning for this area. Up to 100 mm of rain and winds gusting up to 90 km/h is possible. Adhere to weather conditions. Listen for further updates. Ryan: This must not be an April Fool's joke. (Looks up at sky) The sky seems clear at the moment... Joseph: Oh no! (grabs yellow raincoat, yellow galoshiers, yellow rainpants and multi-coloured umbrella from backsack, he wears raincoat, rainboots and galoishers) It'll gonna rain hard! Melissa: Oh (bleep)! I forgot to roll up the windows on my car! Alex: 1 moment please... I better unplug the apapter to my electric car and put the cord away as it'll be exposed to rain, and it will cause a electrical hazard! (Ryan's cell phone rings, Ryan answers) Ryan: Hello...........Mass Fire alarm at EliteCity University ...
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Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Saturday, July 17, 2010
Packing For Backpacking - How to Pack Your Backpack For Your Hiking Adventure
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If there's one thing I've learned in past years, is how to really pack effectively for a backpacking trip. Many people who don't regularly pack and embark on week long journey by foot, often confuse packing for backpacking, with packing for car-camping. Every year I pack my backpack, and venture out into the wilderness, and with that, every year I also regret some things, forget some things, and learn a whole lot. Living at 12000 feet elevation for a week and not being near electricity, running water, a soft bed, or any other luxury, gives you lots of time to think about what you should have brought. Even more, what you shouldn't have brought!
Why is packing the right things so important? First off, weight and volume! If you pack it, you have to carry it the entire trip, up and down those endless hills and switchbacks, jumping streams and climbing rocks! What you can stand to carry, depends on your physical stamina but even the most avid outback mountain men, like to travel light. Secondly, you want to make sure you have what you need without going overboard. This ensure safety and warmth and protection from the environment. So then, let's begin looking at what you need to pack for your backpacking adventure!
The backpack itself: I'm not a big spender, and I don't believe in spending $500 or $600 bucks for a backpack. Whatever you decide on though, make sure the pack has beefy zippers, durable canvas, strong seams and lots of compartments. It has to be big enough, or expandable, to hold all of your stuff too. Look for a man's backpack to be 70 to 80 liters in volume, and a ladies backpack at least 60 to 70 liters.
Clothing: For summer hiking, please be a minimalist. Try to cut it down to 2 shirts, 2 underwear, 1 pant, gloves, beanie, hat, 4 pairs of socks, a light jacket or windbreaker, and a light plastic poncho or rain gear. You could bring some long underwear to sleep in too. That should suffice for a least a week up in the hills, and you can wash one set, while wearing the other. A good light hat and sunglasses are imperative as well!
Food: Freeze dried is the way to go! These come in plastic packages lined with Mylar, that you can actually pour boiling water into. They cook fast, and above all, taste pretty darn good! There are many commercial brands available at your local sporting goods or big box store. One trick I do is to poke a tiny hole in the top of the bag to let the air out, and seal the pinhole back up with a piece of tape. This allows you to pack it even tighter, saving valuable space, especially if you are required to pack your food in a bear-proof canister. Mayonnaise is good for sandwiches, and the oil in it is great for cooking. Get a powdered drink mix, or a even a powdered power or sports drink mix. Tortillas and pita bread packs well as does spam, dry salami, beef jerky, and trail mix. Oatmeal is fast and light for the mornings as well and some hard candy is always a welcome sight. Finally, if you're going to carry alcohol to drink, try to bring the strongest alcohol percentage per fluid volume such as Bacardi 151. Romantic as it seems, wine is sometimes not practical. For you wine lovers however who cannot do without, consider getting the collapsible plastic wine dispensers which seal tight, and are quite durable.
Kitchenware: I think the best kind of stoves for backpacking, are the type that use the butane/propane mix. You know, the round squatty cans with the threaded nipple on top. They are easy to use and you can get the fuel anywhere. Make sure to bring a medium size plastic mug, one good plastic fork and spoon, and a spatula. For pots and pans, just bring something cheap and light, with folding handles and a nonstick coating. A Camelback drinking system is also a very good idea.
Tools and Miscellaneous: You'll need at least 2 disposable lighters, and a head worn flashlight or headlamp. The tent should be as small as possible, and you should bring a map of the hiking trail. If traveling with a big group, consider the small FRS walkie talkies. First aid kits should include bandages, anti-diarrhea medicine, acetaminophen or ibuprofen, and your regular medications, and don't forget sun-block and bug spray! Also be sure to bring a water filtration device so you don't get sick!
So in closing, just be practical in packing your backpack! It's not a fashion show and after a few days, you won't much care that your clothes are dirty and you haven't had a warm shower in a week! Just enjoy your adventure while sleeping on that hard ground, and dream about getting back to civilization!
Richard Fan is a practicing emergency/trauma physician assistant in a busy Southern California ER, and an medical officer on the national disaster response team, DMAT CA-1.
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Friday, July 16, 2010
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Wednesday, July 14, 2010
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