A walk on the Wharf 2
Here’s another stroll along the wharf (docks) in the Horta Harbor. (In case you missed the first set of wharf paintings, here they are: https://www.motoadventuregal.com/2012/05/a-walk-on-the-wharf-1/) …
Read MoreTasks on board the Physeter
I’m leading a conservation holiday – a vacation in which volunteers pay to be a part of a research team. If you’re following my blog, then you know we’re collecting…
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Biosphere Expeditions Azores Diary 16 April Our research team for slot two has arrived, and we are coming together nicely as a research team after our first (half) day…
Read MoreHalf Day on the Water
Well, I took my anti-sea-sickness pills, and voila’! Did almost okay with a half day on the boat. I *know* I get sea sick, so I was prepared…many of the other…
Read MoreExpedition Preparation
After several days of preparation, Malika and I were ready to greet the first volunteers. Here’s my diary entry for our first day (written for Biosphere Expeditions) 02 April It’s…
Read MoreAlisa in the Azores
Well, I’ve been here in the Azores for a week now and things have been so hectic I’m a bit behind in posting… I am here working for Biosphere Expeditions,…
Read MoreTravel on the Cheap in Europe: The steep learning curve
Thus begins three months of travel for me in Europe–without the motorbike. If you are a hard-core fan of my motorcycle adventures, I guess you can just tune back in mid-June,…
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