While visiting a friend in Bahrain, I decided to extend my journey by spending several days in Dubai. Having already experienced the modern, futuristic side of the city – the …
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Diving in Koh Tao, Thailand: Earning My PADI Open Water Diver and Exploring Mango Bay West
by alan.dotchinby alan.dotchinMy time diving in Koh Tao, Thailand holds a special place in my memory, not only because of the beauty of the island and its surrounding reefs, but because it …
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White Water Rafting During Camp America: Guiding the Rapids with the Kids
by alan.dotchinby alan.dotchinThe summer I spent working at Camp America in North Carolina was full of new experiences, challenges, and moments that pushed me far beyond my comfort zone. I had signed …
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Airboat Adventure Through the Everglades: Florida, After Camp America
by alan.dotchinby alan.dotchinAfter a summer spent working at Camp America in North Carolina, surrounded by energy, responsibility, and the constant rhythm of camp life, I felt the familiar pull of freedom. The …
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Surfing at Huntington Beach, California: A Beginner’s Adventure Across the Waves
by alan.dotchinby alan.dotchinSurfing has always fascinated me — the idea of balancing on a board, reading the rhythm of the ocean, and gliding across waves with ease. My first real opportunity to …
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Canoeing the River Erne: Reflection and Renewal in Enniskillen
by alan.dotchinby alan.dotchinIn 1993, during the Raleigh International bike ride, I found myself in Enniskillen, County Fermanagh, working on a community project that was both demanding and deeply rewarding. The days were …
