A short while back I got a few items as a birthday gift that I unfortunately had no need for, so I exchanged them for a shirt that I might actually use. My favorite travel t-shirt was updated this season, so I picked out one of the newer models to see how it compares to … Continue reading Review: Patagonia Capilene Cool Daily T-shirt
How to use a camera flash
Recently while we were on vacation in Smoky Mountains National Park, a black bear peeked out of the woods and hung out at the side of the road when we were driving the scenic loop around Cades Cove. I don't see many bears out in the wild, so this was an exciting unexpected encounter. We … Continue reading How to use a camera flash
Take it with you vs Buy it there
One common travel tip that I've seen over the years is to buy the various items you need once you arrive at your destination. Things like toothpaste and shampoo for example. While this may be a worthwhile tactic for certain situations, it's not something I do on a regular basis. For items that I know … Continue reading Take it with you vs Buy it there
Photo Essay: Great Smoky Mountains
Here are a few pictures from my recent trip to Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Mrs. Lite and I stayed in nearby Gatlinburg at the Hampton Inn right smack in the middle of town which was a great location within convenient walking distance to several attractions, restaurants, and bars. From there, it was also a … Continue reading Photo Essay: Great Smoky Mountains
Off to the Smokies!
I'll be away this week to enjoy some time off in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. There are all kinds of great hiking in that area, and Mrs. Lite & I are looking forward to spending some time on the trails. Have a good week everyone!
Part 2: How to process your own black and white film
Last week, we discussed supplies needed and preparation of the various chemistry required to develop your own black and white film (click here for Part 1). This week, we'll go over the process itself. Here's a big picture overview of all the steps: Developer Water rinse (or optional Stop Bath) Fixer Water rinse Optional Wetting … Continue reading Part 2: How to process your own black and white film
Part 1: How to process your own black and white film
Earlier this decade when I was getting more into photography as a hobby, I frequently took my Holga camera on my travels and decided after a few trips that it was worth learning how to develop my own black and white film. The reasons for this were cost and convenience; getting B&W negatives professionally developed … Continue reading Part 1: How to process your own black and white film
How to carry money
In my opinion, the most important items while traveling are your passport (or driver's license) and your money, whether it's in the form of a credit card, ATM card, cash, or ideally a combination of all three. You could literally lose everything else while on vacation, and as long as you still had those items, … Continue reading How to carry money
Super Feeder cat food dispenser
One of the difficulties of having a pet is that if you like to travel a lot, you need to plan in advance on care for your furry friend while you're out of town for extended periods of time. Dogs are particularly challenging since they require daily interactive care. I've never been a dog person, … Continue reading Super Feeder cat food dispenser
What to look for in a travel bag
I've only owned a few different travel bags over the course of my adult life. As my packing skills improved and I learned to travel with less, the size of my main travel luggage proportionally decreased in size. Since models change and are discontinued on a regular basis, I'm not going to recommend any specific … Continue reading What to look for in a travel bag
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