Maggie Thach and Roxana Orellana camp at Antelope Island.

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Please, before you attempt to talk me out of it or convince me otherwise, I’m only looking for helpful tips and guides.

I’m a teenager. 17 years old, living in a rich conservative lakeside town. I take it upon myself to follow what my heart intends, rather than my ego. I don’t want to grow up and go through highschool, then college, get a steady job, and live normally. I want to give inspiration for others to break norm and be free, find a part of myself in the woods, and stay out there for awhile. I don’t have much in way of plans, so this is where I start. Im a pretty experienced hiker, have a nice backpack that’s been with me for years, lightweight gear, and an above basic knowledge of nature.

I’m here to look for any tips, tricks, methods, etc. for helping me stay safe and happy out there.
I’d love to hear from others who’ve done this, or people who have extensive experience outdoors.

Right now, my basic starting thoughts are to get down to the Appalachians from SE Michigan.
I’ll leave when spring arrives, and stay for as long as my heart contends.

Thanks a bunch for anyone who responds positively, and I can only hope I’m able to follow through and inspire others.
Anyone have any tips regarding hitchhiking, water purification, and vegetation identification?

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The F16 rule guides your aperture settings outdoors in bright sunlight. Learn how to shoot photographs outdoors with the F16 rule from a professional photographer in this free photography video.

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The F16 rule guides your aperture settings outdoors in bright sunlight. Learn how to shoot photographs outdoors with the F16 rule from a professional photographer in this free photography video.

Expert: Michael Seto
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Bio: Michael Seto has been taking pictures for 25 years and works as a freelance photographer in NYC in a number of commercial imagery disciplines.
Filmmaker: Buccola Richard

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Use reflectors for on location photography to remove dark shadows. Learn how to shoot photographs outdoors with reflectors from a professional photographer in this free photography video.

Expert: Michael Seto
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Use reflectors for on location photography to remove dark shadows. Learn how to shoot photographs outdoors with reflectors from a professional photographer in this free photography video.

Expert: Michael Seto
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Bio: Michael Seto has been taking pictures for 25 years and works as a freelance photographer in NYC in a number of commercial imagery disciplines.
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Getting portable camera gear for on location shoots is a must. Learn how to carry camera gear for outdoor photography from a professional photographer in this free photography video.

Expert: Michael Seto
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Bio: Michael Seto has been taking pictures for 25 years and works as a freelance photographer in NYC in a number of commercial imagery disciplines.
Filmmaker: Buccola Richard

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