Archive - David Thoreson

The Okoboji Blue Water Festival

Come for the 10th-Year Anniversary of water quality discussions/demonstrations and stay for the free Wallflower's Concert in the greenspace.

Aug 8 •

The Republican War on Science

From climate and vaccine denial, disinformation has been weaponized.

Aug 5 •

July 2025

RAGBRAI is Iowa's Superpower

Pro tip, look up, grab the low-hanging fruit, embrace outdoor recreation.

Jul 26 •

Restore Nature to Improve Water and Mitigate Flooding

Iowa has the most altered, industrialized landscape in America.

Jul 18 •

How Not to be Texas

Look out Iowa. Climate denial is endangering the Hawkeye State also.

Jul 12 •

Could Iowa be a Recreational Superpower?

RAGBRAI and Okoboji Provide Models for a More Prosperous, Outdoor Iowa

Jul 5 •

June 2025

America’s Public Lands and Waters Threatened

Protection is the key to biodiversity, water quality and climate security.

Jun 27 •

Surviving the Pacific: Heat, Humidity, and the Trials of Ocean Life

Swamp ass in the tropics and Murphy’s Law always rules the day.

Jun 21 •

Sailing Across an Ocean Wilderness

Part Four: Understanding our climate system will take you a long way.

Jun 10 •

My Return to "Normal" Life

A profound and uplifting experience on the Pacific Ocean is tested by some nasty Covid upon return. Murphy's Law reigns supreme.

Jun 3 •

April 2025

Part Three - Chasing Dreams in the Pacific

Crossing an ocean wilderness with a climber, turned sailor.

Apr 29 •

Part Two - Escape Nome and Sail South

Sailing the Bering Sea can be a beast or a beauty. We had a little of both.

Apr 15 •

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