Life is a funny thing. While I prefer the rhythm of extended travel, the obligations on my calendar don't allow for it at the moment. With that limitation, I've been bouncing between smaller … [Read more...] about Travel Whiplash
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Tales from the Chute: The 2017 Virginia City Camel and Ostrich Races
It's the second weekend in September and I'm in the center of the arena at the Virginia City Camel and Ostrich Races once again. After our brief interviews for the spectators, Joe Hedrick, the … [Read more...] about Tales from the Chute: The 2017 Virginia City Camel and Ostrich Races
A Camel Walks into a Saloon
It's another severe clear summer day on the Comstock. I’m at the end of the bar nursing a cold beer. I’ve earned a drink or two to quench my thirst after racing camels all day in the high … [Read more...] about A Camel Walks into a Saloon
Riding in the Virginia City Camel and Ostrich Races
Joe Hedrick wasn't kidding. Camel racing isn't for wussies. That's what he told us in our introduction at Virginia City's 57th International Camel and Ostrich Races. Along with my fellow … [Read more...] about Riding in the Virginia City Camel and Ostrich Races