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unused real estate for tek – butt packs & plates

As I’m gearing up for a forthcoming scientific expedition, among the first things I grabbed – an essential part of my gear configuration – is my butt plate. Once converted to sidemount style diving several years ago, I have since incorporated a butt place into almost all of my diving

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Roosevelt & the American Museum of Natural History

Yesterday marked my annual marathon style urban expedition to New York City for professional meetings at the American Museum of Natural History. I leave Providence around 0530, and am walking the city streets by 0900. From Grand Central to AMNH is about a 35 minute walk if you’re hustling, which

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Ocean Opportunity Inc. (OO) is a 501(c)3 not for profit organization established in 2003 by Explorer Michael Lombardi.

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