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American Nomad covers the best of U.S. travel—from vacation deals to festivals, weekend getaways, travel tips, and more. A seasoned traveler and Moon author, Laura is the perfect guide to help discover new gems when traveling domestically.
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- Money-Saving Travel Tips from Nomadic Matt
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- Getting Fit for Treks in Yosemite and Elsewhere, Part 2
- Getting Fit for Treks in Yosemite and Elsewhere, Part 1
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- A Reader's Advice About Airport Security
Lighthouse Keeper Programs Throughout America, Part 3
In the first and second parts of this blog series, I explored several interesting – if exhausting – lighthouse keeper programs in the United States. To wrap up this short series, I offer just a few more opportunities in Rhode Island, Washington, and Wisconsin: more >>
Lighthouse Keeper Programs Throughout America, Part 2
In the first part of this series, I explored a handful of interesting lighthouse keeper programs in the United States – similar in duties to the one at Michigan's Grand Traverse Lighthouse. Here are a few more available opportunities in Michigan and Oregon: more >>
Lighthouse Keeper Programs Throughout America, Part 1
While looking into the Keeper Program at the Grand Traverse Lighthouse in Northport, Michigan, I was surprised to discover how many other U.S. lighthouses offer similar programs – some of which require payment and some of which offer free accommodations in exchange for keeper duties. Of course, as interesting as these experiences sound, such programs are certainly not for everyone. The duties are often strenuous, the time constraints are typically challenging for those with full-time jobs, the compensation is often nonexistent, and in general, all applicants should be in good physical health, able to accomplish multiple tasks, and proficient in first-aid training. But, for those who have the time, energy, and inclination, such weeklong or, in some cases, season-long tours of duty can be infinitely rewarding. more >>
The Keeper Program at the Grand Traverse Lighthouse
Given my current focus on Moon Florida Keys, I recognize that, except for my recent Michigan dialect post, I haven't written much about the Great Lakes State lately. Since I'll be headed there in just a couple weeks, I figure it's high time that I remedy this unintended oversight. more >>
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