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Updated: JUN 16, 2021
The following is a list and links to all the pages on this website.
HOME
- The welcome page of GroovyTrip.com
POSTS
- Writing journals and posts, photo and video galleries, and other site content is listed here and can be searched by keyword, or sorted by category, type, hashtags, or chronological order.
SHOP
- Online stores that sell t-shirts, books, courses, travel gear, stickers, art prints, and other cool stuff. Be sure to check it out and help support my creative endeavors.
eNEWS
- Go here to subscribe to my monthly eNews for latest updates, new posts and photos, latest and exclusive invites to upcoming events, and a chance to win cool gear.
FAQ
- Get answers to questions I am often asked.
SITEMAP
- The page with the list of all the pages on the website. You are currently viewing the sitemap.
TRAVELS -- This section is all about... you guessed it... travel and adventure.
My Groovy Trip
- My "BIO" page with info about Ray Bangs (me), and more about my life and what I do.
Journals / Photos
- Writing, pictures, and video from some of my travel adventures.
Timelines / Miles
- Chronological history of where I've been and what I've been doing since I was a little kid.
Travel Gear Review
- My favorite outdoors, travel, scuba diving, photography, and other awesome gear.
Air-Cooled VanLife
- Roadtrips, repairs, and restoration of my 1971 Volkswagen Van.
The Sailboat Plan
- Building a custom power catamaran to cruise the Great Loop.
LIFESTYLE
- How I have been deliberate and dedicated to living my life on my terms.
Nomadic Efficiency
- Living light, mobile, and cruising whenever and wherever I can.
Ecological Awareness
- Living a low-impact and highly rewarding lifestyle.
Never Stop Learning
- I am always taking classes, watching how-to videos, and learning how to do stuff.
Books / Reading List
- I love books, both fiction and non-fiction, across many genres and interests.
Adventure Training
- Fitness and active living is critical to increased vitality, safe and fun adventures.
Expedition Services
- I am a logistics wizard, and highly versatile with many other services too.
SOUL FOOD
- I strongly believe that we are what we eat. Great meals are part of a great life.
Cookbook / Recipes
- Some of my favorite meals, culinary experiments, and best recipes.
Farms / Gardens
- You are never going to get fresher, more delicious food than if you grow it yourself.
Backyard Chickens
- After 2,000+ chickens, I've learned a few things about raising chooks.
Bluegill Aquaponics
- My experiments in aquaponics, growing fish and veggies together.
Fish / Hunt / Forage
- Yearning for a rugged life before industrialized agriculture.
Canning / Preserves
- Multiple levels of adventure into the realms of food preservation.
PROJECTS
- Collection of my creative and technical projects.
Books / Writing
- I've written a variety of travel guidebooks, in-depth guides, and other books.
Websites / Apps
- Portfolio of web design and development projects.
Drawing / Design
- One of my favorite things to do is just drawing and sketching, all kinds of stuff.
DIY Builds / Maker
- Portfolio of woodworking, welding, and other workshop creations.
Volunteer Gigs
- Projects where I've given my time toward a worthwhile cause.
Military Service
- In my early 20's, I was stationed in Germany as an engineer in the US Army.
Harlem Globetrotters
- In my early 30's, I was the show announcer on tour with the world famous team of basketball pranksters and comedians.
The Fun Shop
- Most of my adult life, I've had some type of work space to tinker and get creative.
REFERENCE
- This section of the site contains many hours of research and valuable resources.
Maps / Travel Guides
- My personal atlas and digital collection of useful maps and travel information.
Scuba Diving Library
- Over the years, I've collected thousands of scuba diving documents.
Tools / Gear Inventory
- The equipment, cameras, computers, clothes, and other stuff I own and use.
Repair Guides / How-To
- An assortment of useful files, mostly for my own gear and tools.
Useful Apps / Services
- Links to digital tools and websites that make life easier.
Prepared / Checklists
- Links and documents that help keep me organized and efficient.
News / Updates
- Latest trip reports, photos, new projects, new posts, fun events. What's going on!
Events Calendar
- Planning calendar with upcoming trips, cool events, and fun holidays.
Barter Board
- I'm love to trade, barter, and bid for goods or services. Whatcha got?
Cruise Kitty
- Learn how to kick in a few bucks toward my sailboat and other adventures.
Wish List
- List of the gear and important things I need to help keep my mission going.
GoFundMe
- Learn more about my various GoFundMe campaigns.
Patreon
- Supporting creators is a great way to learn more about things and people you're interested in.
Donate
- Visit this page to learn more about donating to help a really good cause.
Social Networks
- Where you can find me to follow my journey and connect on social media pages.
Contact Ray Bangs
- Use this message form to send me an email.
Media Kit
- Web reach, reader demographics, and more information about Ray Bangs
Speaking Requests
- Want me to speak ar give a presentation at your event?
Content Licensing
- The different ways that you can share my creative works.
Sponsors
- Learn more how to promote your brand at an event or online.
Press Room
- Good news, media mentions, and other press about Ray and his adventures.
Affiliate Disclosure
- How this website uses ads and affiliate links to receive commissions.
Privacy Policy
- How this website collects and protects personal information.
Terms of Use
- Guidelines and policies you agree to by browsing this website.
Barcelona Thanksgiving Roadtrip
Amazing Artwork of Burning Man
Dirty 30 Baja Mexico Expedition
Summer Tie-Dye VW Bus Roadtrip
Octopodes Gallery, Cozumel, Mexico
Diving Cenote Dos Ojos, Tulum Mexico
Interesting People
Amazing Animals
Music / Concerts
Tiny House Homestead
Inspiring Artwork
Aspirations
Favorite Things
Favorite Activities
Favorite Places
Favorite Cities
New Destinations
Happy Hour / Mixology
Restaurant Raves
High Quality H2O
The Apple Orchard
Herbs / Flowers
Oregon Coast Crabbing
The Perfect Turkey
Natural Fertilizers
Groovy Grubs (BSFL)
Compost / Soil / EM
Classic BLT Sandwich
BBQ Chicken & Beans
Cold Dungeness Crab
Four Rumbling Roosters
Camp Breakfast
Adult Spago's
Salmon Blackberry Curry
Zucchini Goulash
Campfire Porkchops
Smothered Chuck Eye
Fudge Brownies Ala Mode
Sausage Spinach Pizza
Salmon Dill Sauce
Sweet Potato Pork Chops
Freezer Ribs & Salmon
Apple Orchard Pie
Fresh Peas & Carrots
Sweet Corn Fields
Serious Cornbread
Dehydrated Fruit
Thai Drunken Noodles
Fresh Fried Cabbage
Salmon Zucchini
Blackberry Brambles
Beef Bourguignon
Salmon Black Bean Stirfry
Texas BBQ Burger
Carnitas Papas Asada
Colorful Carrots
Baby Sweet Corn
French Toast & Bacon
Crawdad Feast
New York Stirfry
Cabbage Chicken
Thai Chicken Stirfry
Home Grown Egg Salad
English Muffin Pizza
Cheesy Eggs & Home Fries
Turkey Telera Sandwich
Garden Beans & Salmon
Hawaiian BBQ Chicken
Classic Egg Breakfast
Jalapeno Cheese Eggs
Fresh Mint Lamb Roast
Giant Crab Dinner
Udon Noodle Soup
Perfect Ribeye Steak
Rainbow Trout Almondine
Slow Roast Lamp
Stone IPA Beef Stew
Wild Rice Chicken Basil
Sweet Blackberry Pie
Smoked Chicken Linguini
First Smoked Chickens
Spicy Venison Chili
Kale Sardine Salad
Arts & Crafts
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Creative Showcase
Photography
Podcasts / Voice
Video
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