2013/10/07
Having presented a number of articles about the Boot-Strap Expat adventure, it’s time take a sneak peek at what the adventure might look like. As an artist and wilderness lover it seems that there is always something wonderful to capture and record along the way. During previous adventures my cameras captured wonders that were inspiring to my sensibilities – from a glorious sunrise through a veil of mist rising off the water to the beauty and majesty of wildlife in the embrace of Nature.
On this adventure however, I’ll also be video recording almost everything along this transcontinental trek. I’ll still record plenty of wondrous sights and sounds along the way, but as this raw footage will become a Documentary film once we arrive in Chile, there will be a lot of mundane events shared as well. From packing for a 13,200 mile road-trip to challenges, interesting people we encounter, crises, drama and of course obstacles that arise along the way, and y’all will be able ride along with us as I post articles and videos.
Past as Prologue
The following collection will give you a glimpse of the sights, if not the sounds we’ll certainly encounter. All of these photos were taken by myself on previous adventures.
It’s always best to start your day with a hearty breakfast.
Fish food? This salmon in Grand Traverse Bay seems ready for a hearty breakfast, too.
Poor ducky.
Beach of Grand Traverse Bay
Max and New Moon enjoying the early fall colors.
Early Fall colors in Michigan.
Although each camp setup is unique, this is fairly typical.
Another viewing angle of the typical camp set up.
Max is always willing to help out with the camp-fire wood.
Louisiana welcoming committee of one.
This is why Max and New Moon aren’t allowed to swim in Corney Lake.
Dawn breaks beyond the veils of mist.
Predawn Mists of Avalon.
Another glorious sunrise.
And Another
Fresh eggs.
Heaven on Earth.
A Bald Eagle surveys his domain.
The Bayou near Lake Charles.
The Bayou at sunset.
Golden veils of sunlight.
You never know who will visit your camp for breakfast.
The Blasted Lands
The Blasted Lands
Wild Burros in the Blasted Lands.
Wild Burros in the Blasted Lands.
An oasis in the Blasted Lands.
- New Moon gives citations from the Federales the respect they deserve
The Bootstrap Expat 
These photos are magical… I especially love the one you titled ‘Dawn breaks beyond the veils of mist’. I can’t wait to see those videos and get to know Chile through your eyes and experiences. Best of luck!
What great photos!
Thanks so much. I have a lot more pics, especially nature pics that will be shared here. Believe it or not, I took most of them with my old Black Jack cell phone after giving my digital camera to my daughter.