Fire by Tesla

Bytomas February 24, 2018October 15, 2026

I am going to be trying out the latest in lighters on this trip. Check out the plasma lighter.

Watch or download the original plasma-lighter video

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Maps
Bytomas March 10, 2018October 16, 2026

It’s a river – it starts in one place and ends in another. How much more straight forward can it be? I love maps and the planning that goes into any adventure that I undertake. Back in the day, I relied on paper maps and guide books to plan adventures. Today, planning has radically changed…

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Winter at the Confluence
Bytomas January 11, 2018October 15, 2026

This last weekend I stopped at the confluence of the Gallatin, Madison and Jefferson rivers. This is the official start of the Missouri River. The rivers are icebound right now, but I was able to get a sense for where my journey will begin this spring. This is a large undertaking that I need to…

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Why Donations
Bytomas January 27, 2018October 15, 2026

Why am I asking for donations? First and foremost I want to thank my primary sponsor in all the adventures I undertake, my wife, Nancy Dawson. She is wonderful and encouraging in all ways and is always there with financial support. This journey down the Missouri River from Three Forks to St. Louis is a major…

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December 14, 2017 Sleep Log
Bytomas December 14, 2017October 15, 2026

Well, last night missed the mark. I did fall asleep at about 10:15 pm. However, I was awake at 3:15 am. That means I slept about 5 hours. While that is good it’s not near what is really needed. I took my medication, which is now 30 mg of Temazepam. This is combined with a…

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First Full Cargo Load
Bytomas March 17, 2018October 16, 2026

Today I fully loaded the Eddyline Shasta so as to get an idea of weight and stowage for all my gear and food. Listed here is all the gear and food: Food 3 Weeks – 54.5 Dog Food and gear – 21 Camp (Tent etc.) – 16 Kitchen & Water Filters – 15.5 Clothes –…

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One Month to Go
Bytomas April 14, 2018October 15, 2026

Today, April 14, is one month from the start of my Missouri River journey. Lots of time has been spent on preparations and all is ready. I have received lots of input from members of the Missouri River Paddlers Facebook page which has greatly assisted with getting ready, so thanks to all. My mail drops…

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