Year: 2025
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First Time Paddling at Riley’s Lock & Seneca
Join me on my first stand-up paddleboarding trip at Riley’s Lock and Seneca Creek in Maryland. In this video, I explore the calm waters and scenic beauty of the area, capturing the peaceful vibe of paddling through tree-lined banks and quiet inlets. Perfect for beginners and nature lovers, this hidden gem offers a relaxing escape…
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First Time Paddling at the Triadelphia Reservoir
Join me on my very first stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) trip to the beautiful Triadelphia Reservoir in Maryland! It was a hot summer day, but the calm waters, peaceful surroundings, and stunning views made it a perfect spot to explore by paddleboard. From gliding along quiet coves to soaking in the serenity of nature, this adventure…
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One Night Camping at Assateague State Park
After waiting eight months to reserve a campsite, I finally experienced an unforgettable overnight camping trip at Assateague State Park in Maryland. Known for its wild ponies and stunning coastal views, Assateague Island offered the perfect backdrop for a nature-filled escape. I captured a breathtaking sunset over Sinepuxent Bay in the Assateague Island National Seashore…
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Hiking Lakeside Loop Around the Frozen Lake Bernard Frank
The Lakeside Trail Loop at Lake Bernard Frank in Rockville, Maryland, is currently covered in snow, transforming it into a stunning winter landscape. I recently explored this 4.5-mile trail, encountering icy paths, snow-covered bridges, and frozen streams. Usually an easy hike, the snow and ice made navigation more challenging, requiring careful footing and reliance on…
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Winter Walk: Snow-Capped C&O Canal and Potomac
Join me as I explore the snowy landscapes of Swain’s Lock (Lock 21) on the C&O Canal in Maryland! This scenic biker-hiker campground is transformed into a serene winter wonderland, with snow blanketing the area and the Potomac River adorned with floating ice. I will show you on a tour of the snow-covered campsites, the…
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Building a Better You: Strategic Steps Toward Personal Wellness
Wellness isn’t just some vague, lofty pursuit; rather, it’s a worthwhile goal that’s only achievable through consistent effort and mindful engagement. It’s more than worth the effort, though, since such self-improvement equips us with the tools we need to lead a healthier, more satisfying life – as well as giving us the means to empower…
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The Art of Stillness: How Rock Balancing Transformed My Quest for Inner Peace.
Life has a way of leading us to unexpected places. For me, it took decades of exploration—through architecture, music, teaching, and trekking—before I discovered my true calling as a Rock Balancing Artist or Land Artist. What began as a casual experiment in June 2024 has evolved into a transformative practice that combines art, nature, and…
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Making Masala Chai on a Wood Burning Stove with Snow All-Around
Join me on an incredible outdoor adventure as I revisit the wood-burning stove from a previous video, this time using proper wood and preparing authentic Indian chai in a winter wonderland setting. Filmed at Swain’s Lock in Maryland, the landscape is a snowy paradise after a recent blizzard, with temperatures at -5°C. I start by…
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Unboxing and Testing Gas One Wood Burning Camping Stove
Watch the video (below) on the Outdoorsy Indians YouTube channel as I unbox and test the Gas One Camping Stove, a stainless steel portable wood-burning stove perfect for camping, hiking, backpacking, and picnics. This compact stove can utilize wood, leaves, pine cones, alcohol, and solid fuel. It has a grill grid and foldable pot stand…