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I Am Not AI Slop
In these uncertain times it is most important to tell, listen and share "real" human stories. Reality is much more interesting anyway.
Jan 13 • David Thoreson
A Winter Solstice Birthday and Reflection...
A year-end perspective on our climate, a warning and a glimmer of hope for 2026.
Dec 23, 2025 • David Thoreson
An Inconvenient Four Years
A new Netflix film documents the betrayal of the self-proclaimed "environmental president," George H.W. Bush. Oh what could have been.
Dec 6, 2025 • David Thoreson
An Explorer's Look at Hurricane Melissa
The Category 5 "Storm of the Century" ravaged Jamaica after rapidly intensifying in the heated sea due to climate disruption.
Oct 31, 2025 • David Thoreson
Finding My Luck on Cloud Nine
Meet my sailing friend and mentor, Captain Roger Swanson, A true One of One
Sep 13, 2025 • David Thoreson

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An Ocean Adventure With a Purpose
400 days at sea sailing on the research vessel Ocean Watch
Sep 6, 2025 • David Thoreson
I Witnessed a Planetary Tipping Point
In 2007, I sailed through the Arctic's Northwest Passage with little sea ice.
Aug 26, 2025 • David Thoreson
Sailing the Arctic's Northwest Passage
This is the time of year when small boats are attempting the Mt. Everest of sailing adventures. Global warming has changed the game.
Aug 19, 2025 • David Thoreson
The Okoboji Blue Water Festival
Come for the 10th-Year Anniversary of water quality discussions/demonstrations and stay for the free Wallflower's Concert in the greenspace.
Aug 8, 2025 • David Thoreson
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