Travel Archives - AARON LINSDAU Adversity Expert: Recent Episodes
Travel Archives - AARON LINSDAU Adversity Expert
If you have very limited time, is it possible to see the best sites and lots of animals in Grand Teton National Park? Yes, it is. I tell you where to go and what to see if you have very limited time. The obvious choice actually will eat up all your time and you won’t […]
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What is one of the biggest backcountry lakes in Grand Teton like? Phelps Lake is huge, beautiful, crystal clear, has a sweet jumping rock, and is lightly visited compared to Jenny and String Lakes. Phelps Lake sits at the base of Death Canyon. This peaceful and serene lake is well worth the short hike to […]
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Hike along the Boulder Trail Loop between the Laurance S. Rockefeller Preserve and Phelps Lake. This unique geologic trail is lightly used. This means you won’t likely see any people which is pretty rare in Grand Teton National Park. Access the trail from the Woodland Trail. Get the Grand Teton park map: https://amzn.to/3a0S3UO
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Learn about one of the hidden and most beautiful visitor centers in Grand Teton National Park. The Laurance S. Rockefeller Preserve is unique and the soundscape room adds to the experience. This preserve is the jumping-off point to hike to Phelps Lake, one of the most popular and largest of the backcountry lakes in […]
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I share some of the best tips to survive the crowds, parking, bugs, and just about everything else you’ll encounter when visiting Jenny Lake in Grand Teton National Park. There are some things you might not know about this famous park. You’ll learn when to arrive, how to manage the insects, and what the […]
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I talk about my favorite mountain to climb in Grand Teton National Park in this video. There are a lot of considerations about how to spend your climbing time in the park. Many of the summits are above 12,000 ft (3,657 m) and some are more technical than others. The answer in this video will […]
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Aaron shows you how to avoid losing money while traveling in London. Traveling around the tube (subway) can be intimidating. Instead, if you get this card that Aaron shows you, you can limit your travel cost and avoid losing money. Watch Aaron’s World Beyond Show on London: https://worldbeyondtv.com/ Maps for the London Underground: https://tfl.gov.uk/maps/track/tube London […]
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Aaron travels all around the world filming and uses different tripods for different purposes. He talks about the tripods he uses, when he uses them, and why he chooses each. Trying to figure out what tripod to take can be a problem. He provides an idea of how to eliminate the worry at the end […]
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Aaron shares 13 methods for keeping electronics warm and working in freezing conditions while camping, climbing, or trekking. When batteries become cold, they can’t deliver as much power as when they’re warm. Aaron tells you tricks to keeping items warm and the best way to do it in this video. He shares stories of what […]
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When you travel to another country, you will need their currency to make purchases. However, if you’re not careful, you can get ripped off big time. You can lose 80% of your money in the exchange if you’re not careful. Aaron talks about how to exchange and get foreign currency with minimal losses while traveling […]
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Aaron talks about the super-common ATM and point of purchase ripoffs that are so common in Europe. He shows you that it’s easy to get suckered into believing you’re getting a good deal when in fact you’re losing lots of money. He shares stories of how easy it is to be ripped off. Charles Schwab […]
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How easy is it to catch the COVID-19 Coronavirus (also known as the Wuhan Virus) when you are ordering food using a digital kiosk at a fast food establishment? The CDC and NIH have guidelines but how easy is it to implement in practice? Aaron talks about and shows the challenges of staying clean and […]
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How easy is it to catch the COVID-19 Coronavirus (also known as the Wuhan Virus) when you are in a casino or gaming establishment? The CDC and NIH have guidelines but how easy is it to implement in practice? Aaron talks about and shows the challenges of staying clean and virus-free while enjoying yourself in […]
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How easy is it to catch the COVID-19 Coronavirus (also known as the Wuhan Virus) when you bring your reusable coffee cup to your local coffee shop? Fortunately Starbucks stopped this public health nightmare temporarily on March 6, 2020. However, once this pandemic passes, will they resume charging customers for paper cups? Will they continue […]
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How easy is it to catch the COVID-19 Coronavirus (also known as the Wuhan Virus) when you are using self-checkout at grocery stores, Walmart, Home Depot, etc? CDC and NIH have guidelines but how easy is it to implement in practice? Aaron talks about and shows the challenges of staying clean and virus-free while using […]
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How easy is it to catch the COVID-19 Coronavirus (also known as the Wuhan Virus) when you are using bank ATMs? The CDC and NIH have guidelines but how easy is it to implement in practice? Aaron talks about and shows the challenges of staying clean and virus-free while using the ATM, the chance of […]
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How easy is it to catch the COVID-19 Coronavirus (also known as the Wuhan Virus) when you are using public restrooms? The CDC and NIH have guidelines but how easy is it to implement in practice? Aaron talks about and shows the challenges of staying clean and virus-free while going into stores, using the restroom, […]
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Aaron survived in Antarctica for three months with only four rolls of toilet paper. How did he do it? Can you do it, too? Aaron tells you how to manage your toilet paper supply during a shortage. With the big national run on toilet paper, this is a key survival skill. Get items from this […]
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Aaron talks about 9 different gear items for an extreme adventure like polar exploration or high-altitude mountaineering. He shares the gear he’s used, how well it worked, and provides some insight for each item. Get items from this video at Amazon: Julbo Goggles: https://amzn.to/2IvuaYv Smartwool Mountaineering socks (men): https://amzn.to/39Ar7ug Smartwool Mountaineering socks (women): https://amzn.to/2U4yALF Outdoor Research […]
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Aaron brings to you an in-depth review of the Travelpro Maxlite 5 suitcase. This bag comes in several different variations and he talks about each in the video. He also shows you how to access the secret hidden compartment inside the bag. Get items from this video at Amazon: Travelpro Maxlite Rollaboard: https://amzn.to/2Ti5h8W Travelpro Maxlite […]
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Aaron explains how he scored an empty seat next to him twice on a 9-hour international flight to and from London. This freed up space so he and his girlfriend could stretch out and enjoy the limited space in economy class. He explains the chances of success and the best way to go about it. […]
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Aaron shares his favorite UK power travel adapter. It comes with multiple USB ports and US power connections. It looks pretty crazy but allows for the charging of 5 devices from a single outlet! Get items from this video at Amazon: Tessan UK Travel Adapter 2 pack: https://amzn.to/2vswVa2 Apple 12W USB Power Adapter: https://amzn.to/31WyOrI […]
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If you do not have a REAL ID act compliant drivers license, you will not be able to use it to fly after Oct 1, 2020. You must provide multiple proofs of identification, residency, and other documentation. Check the links below and get ready for travelmagedon in early October as people arrive at airports with […]
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Aaron takes you to a critical landmark for adventurers and travelers over 100 years ago. Chimney Rock National Historic Site is definitely worth a visit. This simple stone pillar in the middle of a pasture was the marker people found when they traveled across the vast plains of young America. This was THE marker that […]
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Aaron takes you into a farm field to find the Wyoming Colorado Nebraska Tristate marker. There are actually quite a few of these around the country. They are often in remote areas that aren’t heavily traveled. This is a different and interesting quest compared to standing on the high point of every state. Due to […]
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Aaron shows you three different tents to show you what he’s used in Antarctica, Greenland, Denali, car camping, and Yellowstone. He compares and contrasts the different styles of tents, shows how long it takes to put them up, and what each tent’s strengths and weaknesses are. He talks about multiple factors: Number of people, Capacity […]
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Aaron has traveled all over the world on 6 continents (missing Australia!) and uses only a small pack. He typically only travels with 2 pairs of underwear. How is this possible? Isn’t that gross? Nope…he has freshly washed undergarments every day. Aaron shows his washing, maintenance, and drying techniques in this video. Get items in […]
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Aaron demonstrates the proper carry and use of an ice axe is the comfort of his back yard. This is the best place to start learning before you go out on the snow. Aaron shows a glacier and hybrid climbing ice axe, protection devices, and tricks about ice axe handling. Get these items on Amazon: […]
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Aaron shows you how to sets up his tarp tent. He’s used this little tarp in snowstorms, rain storms, hail storms, lightning, in the Sierras, Rocky Mountains, the desert, and most anywhere else you can backpack. He shares his techniques for limiting weight and making the structure resist rain. He also shows how you DO […]
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Aaron shows one of the most important features of comfort on a backpack – the hip or waist belt. If this doesn’t fit you properly, you’ll be miserable. Getting the right setup is everything for backpacking. Aaron talks about what matters and what doesn’t. He also dispels the myths about other fit items like shoulder […]
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Aaron takes you to Jackson Hole for the opening of the Teton Photography Club photo gallery at the Teton County Library. Aaron features the images and several photographers of the club. The club is the largest and oldest photo club in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Visit the Teton Photography Club: https://www.tetonphotographyclub.org Get the camera equipment mentioned […]
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Aaron shares his process of how he learned the survival skills he’s employed on his expeditions. Survival is a messy business. It’s not attractive and the goal is simply to come home in one piece. Aaron talks about the mess of the experience and how you can start learning survival skills. Get these on Amazon […]
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Choosing between Microspikes and crampons can be a difficult choice. There are many factors to consider. Aaron talks about the value of each, where they’re both best to use, and how you can more easily decide between the two. Crampons are for more hard-core mountaineering and Microspikes not as much, but you’ll be amazed to […]
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It’s hard to see the value of working out. You get all sweaty, sore, and tired. And there just doesn’t seem to be much change in your body. You have to understand that it takes time to see the payoff but it’s totally worth it. Aaron talks about his experience working out and how […]
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Aaron takes you on a short tour of Taos, New Mexico. Taos is considered one of the great artist capitals of the United States. Nestled in the northern mountains of New Mexico, this town is unique in its style an mystique. Watch as Aaron gives you a taste of Taos. Watch for his full-length World […]
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The DJI Osmo Pocket is one of the most unique cameras on the market today. It gives you 4k 60p recording on a very stable gimbal head in a tiny package. There really is nothing else like it. It also has pan motion time lapse, hyperlapse, and connectivity with a smartphone. Aaron shows you how […]
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Aaron unboxes and reviews the E-Image 2-Stage Aluminum Tripod with GH03 Head. It is supposed to be the fastest inexpensive video tripod on the market. He talks about this tripod vs the expensive Sachtler Flowtech tripod. Is the Sachtler worth the extra $1000? Aaron talks about that. He demonstrates how the E-Image tripod opens, what […]
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Aaron shows you how to use an iPhone through a powered USB hub to copy an SD card to a HDD/SSD without a laptop. It is now possible to use only an iPhone to copy or backup an SD card to a HDD (hard disk drive) through a USB hub without using a laptop. This […]
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