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How viruses shape our world COVID-19 is a reminder of their destructive power, but they’re crucial to humans’ development and survival. Although feared as agents of disease, viruses also work wonders, shaping evolution from the very beginning. About 8 percent … Continue reading →

In this European microstate, adventurers are contributing to science In tiny Andorra, you can explore jagged peaks, forested valleys, and glacial lakes—and help researchers study climate change. Sunset falls over the Madriu-Perafita-Claror Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Andorra. … Continue reading →

July – Oct 2021 – SOUTH EUROPE, WESTERN EUROPE Oct – Nov 2021 – EGYPT – Today, Central, Mutrah & Lower Egypt, Northeast & Sinai  Nov 18-20 2021 – SEYCHELLES – The Trip  Nov 22-26 – MAURITIUS – The Trip Nov 27-Dec … Continue reading →

2022 Dec 30-Jan 3, 2022 – TRINIDAD & TOBAGO – The Trip  Jan 3-9 – GUYANA – The Trip Jan 9-12 – SURINAME – The Trip Jan 12-14 – FRENCH GUIANA – The Trip  Jan 14-Feb 20 – BRAZIL – General, Amapa, Belem & Para Inland, Amazonas … Continue reading →

A bold plan to save Africa’s shrinking giraffe herds The mysterious, silent giants face increasing threats in Africa. Relocating animals to create new populations could bolster some species but poses new risks BYJOSHUA FOER PHOTOGRAPHS BYAMI VITALE October 2019 National Geographic … Continue reading →

Pakal the Great transformed this Maya city into a glorious center of power Stepped pyramids, colorful temples, and a grand palace proclaimed Palenque’s brilliance, reflecting the favor of the gods and the strength of its seventh-century ruler. PYRAMIDS IN THE … Continue reading →

  A hiker takes in a summer sunset on top of St. Mark’s Summit on British Columbia’s Howe Sound Crest Trail, a lush, forested route a 30-minute drive from Vancouver, Canada. BY KATE SIBER PUBLISHED FEBRUARY 7, 2020 NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC … Continue reading →

Haida Gwai Kayak Tour June 3-10, 1996 June 3,4. – Drove Castlegar to Prince Rupert. 18 hours. Stayed in a motel. June 5 – Ferry to Queen Charlottes – 11 am to 5:30 pm. Ferry to Sandspit on Moresby. Stayed … Continue reading →

Patagonia – February 6-March 4, 1996 This was a 4-week tour operated by GAP (now G Adventures), a popular travel company with a reputation for offering hiking and active tours. I went on the tour with Jan Micklethwaite. There were … Continue reading →

When I was on the North Brooks cleanup, Reale talked about the plans for the Gar-Barge. As soon as I heard of the plan to use a helicopter to pick up marine debris from the entire West Coast of Vancouver … Continue reading →