Posted by: noadventure | September 27, 2011

Tom Sawyer Style on the Big River

Outside magazine has opened my eyes to the FACT that the Mississippi River is a navigable waterway. There is plenty of myth and folklore surrounding the danger of the Big River, but the truth is that it should be treated with common sense, as all potentially dangerous things should be treated.

I’ve said this before about river swimming and river paddling. Feel free to see my friend swim right here in New Orleans at the dog park.

Lucky for us, there is an actual outfitter for Mississippi River canoe trips right up the stream in Clarksdale, MS. By the way, Clarksdale is the “crossroads” town of blues fame. If you’re there, might as well stay at the Shack Up Inn or check out Ground Zero blues club – owned by local boy made good, Morgan Freeman.

How beautiful is this.

John Ruskey is the owner and chief guide’s name and he is as burly as Old Man River itself. With the Quapaw Canoe Company, you can take day or multi-day trips all over the Delta. In May, when the river was cresting all-the-fuck-over Arkansas/Missouri/Mississippi/Louisiana, John Ruskey and two other guys from Outside magazine rode that sucker from Memphis to Vicksburg, clocking 100+ miles a day. Wow.

On these guys’ trip, they blasted down the empty river while exploring flooded towns, overtopped levees, and forest slaloms. Riding the river at it’s crest is like experiencing the river the way it was centuries ago, before the dams condemned the river to it’s constricted present state. Flood waters have a renewing effect on the areas they flood, both natural and unnatural.

These bluffs north of Baton Rouge look pretty awesome.

I can’t wait to take a multi-day canoe camping trek. This is some real Huckleberry Finn living.

Leave a Comment

Posted in arkansas, beach, camping, mississippi, paddling, river, swimming, water | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Posted by: noadventure | September 20, 2011

How I Scammed a Scammer

AS SEEN ON STREETCARNAGE.

I got this email from some scammer claiming to be my friend(who actually lives in France) through my buddy’s hacked email. Since I love to frustrate and waste criminals’ time, I never pass up these valuable opportunities to fuck with these scammers. Click on the photos for better detail.

First contact:

Since I am not giving the overseas scammer any real vaulable personal info(of course), I jump at the chance to help by offering to send money. Signed, Hal Peterson.

I’ve already done the following things for our friend A) told him I’m sending him a shitload of money B) mentioned a fictional friend Felicia C) asked to be paid back D) asked personal questions about his family with multiple choices E) asked if he needs a ride from the airport.

He, of course, skips all the personal questions and goes straight for the Western Union money transfer.

On the next email, I inform him that since it’s Sunday, Western Union is closed. Too bad. I also hint that me sending him money is kinda putting me in a bind because of Felicia’s “dental trauma.” No response on paying me back.

The 7000 Euros offered has dropped to 3000. He urges me to transfer the money online and promises to pay me back. This stranger’s word is good enough for me. I look up Western Union’s site and research how to send money. I make a fake MTCN number to keep it official and remind him to “brush his teeth.” Also, notice how GMAIL is now warning me that these emails are probably a scam.

He’s starting to freak out about Western Union not having his cash after he waltzed in with a legit MTCN number. Say it ain’t so. Notice how he sends 2 back-to-back emails wanting to hear from me. Hold your horses, guy. I’ve got stuff to do.

Here’s where I spiced it up. I checked my made-up MTCN number and guess what? It’s totally made-up. I reassure him that it’s correct and even offer him a screen grab from my bank account to show him that I did indeed transfer $3000. The way I did this is by transferring money from my savings account to my checking account so that I would have evidence of a $3000 transfer. Excessive? Maybe, but I felt like some hard proof was in order if I was going to keep this dude on the hook. It didn’t cost me anything either except for 1 day’s interest on a savings account, which ain’t much in these sub 1% times.

Dude drives a hard bargain. He notes that the money is “pending” and presses me to resend the money. Whose D do I have to S to please this guy? Doesn’t he know me and Felicia are worried sick? also note the “I will pray for you” in my email. I think it’s a nice touch as I’m trying to make this dude feel like a shitbag the whole time.

Now, I send him another email showing that shows ANOTHER screen grab from my checking account. This one shows that the $3000 has cleared(it’s no longer pending). Chew on that fake friend! I also express my concern that the money has cleared, BUT… he still doesn’t have it. How can this be?

Homey still has tunnel vision for those sweet, sweet Euros, and ignores my concerns for the whereabouts of my original transfer. He pushes me to RESEND a Western Union. Who the fuck uses Western Union anyway besides NIGERIANS? Throw me a bone and at least tell me you feel bad for my fake $3000 that has vanished before hitting me up for more cash. Tenacious little fucker.

The story concludes with me offering a local friend’s services to help. After a little wiki search on what the fuck the police department is called in Barcelona, I offer the scammer refuge in the arms of my fake buddy, Senor Vasquez. I guess mentioning the police was the tipping point, because he don’t send me flowers… anymore.

scam email scam 419 scammer scambait nigerian scam internet scambaiter scam email scam 419 scammer scambait nigerian scam internet scambaiter scam email scam 419 scammer scambait nigerian scam internet scambaiter scam email scam 419 scammer scambait nigerian scam internet scambaiter scam email scam 419 scammer scambait nigerian scam internet scambaiter scam email scam 419 scammer scambait nigerian scam internet scambaiter scam email scam 419 scammer scambait nigerian scam internet scambaiter scam email scam 419 scammer scambait nigerian scam internet scambaiter scam email scam 419 scammer scambait nigerian scam internet scambaiter scam email scam 419 scammer scambait nigerian scam internet scambaiter scam email scam 419 scammer scambait nigerian scam internet scambaiter scam email scam 419 scammer scambait nigerian scam internet scambaiter scam email scam 419 scammer scambait nigerian scam internet scambaiter scam email scam 419 scammer scambait nigerian scam internet scambaiter scam email scam 419 scammer scambait nigerian scam internet scambaiter scam email scam 419 scammer scambait nigerian scam internet scambaiter scam email scam 419 scammer scambait nigerian scam internet scambaiter scam email scam 419 scammer scambait nigerian scam internet scambaiter scam email scam 419 scammer scambait nigerian scam internet scambaiter scam email scam 419 scammer scambait nigerian scam internet scambaiter scam email scam 419 scammer scambait nigerian scam internet scambaiter scam email scam 419 scammer scambait nigerian scam internet scambaiter scam email scam 419 scammer scambait nigerian scam internet scambaiter scam email scam 419 scammer scambait nigerian scam internet scambaiter scam email scam 419 scammer scambait nigerian scam internet scambaiter scam email scam 419 scammer scambait nigerian scam internet scambaiter scam email scam 419 scammer scambait nigerian scam internet scambaiter scam email scam 419 scammer scambait nigerian scam internet scambaiter 

Leave a Comment

Posted in how to, money, streetcarnage.com, success

Posted by: noadventure | September 12, 2011

NOLA Paddleboards

 

Editor’s note: Tara is our latest guest writer. I look forward to more of her posts as she is one of my most active NOadventure friends. Remember, anyone who shares their NOadventure gets a killer American Apparel charcoal NOadventure tshirt.
It was a typical Wednesday evening and I decided to join Jeff from NOLA Paddleboards on a Bayou St. John excursion. Stand-up paddleboards, also known as SUPs, are growing increasing popular everywhere. They also seem to be the fitness/beach activity of choice for a lot of high profile “athletes.”
Anyway, back to Wednesday evening and NOLA Paddleboards.
NOLA Paddleboards is a new company that opened in April 2011 and just recently opened a retail and rental store on Magazine Avenue.
They offer paddleboard lessons, yoga classes and weekend “board meetings”.
 
We met on Bayou St. John at Wisner and Filmore and unloaded the boards into the water. It was my first lesson and the biggest challenge was keeping my balance. I felt like I was standing on a surfboard. It was both an enjoyable experience and a workout.
As we paddled along, we were often stopped by locals bike riding who had no clue what the sport the sport was all about.
Jeff told me about their yoga class and their “star” instructor that can do handstands on the board.
This is an upcoming sport that is very popular in California and other beach states(editor’s note: Just wet to Pensacola over the weekend and the beach was crawling with SUPs).
I have attached pictures and they have detailed information on their Facebook Site and www.nolapaddleboards.com
Currently, there is a guy paddleboarding down the Mississippi River and it looks like he’s almost finished or finished. Hey, let’s check out his website while we’re at it. Who knew he was British?
Jeff of NOLA Paddleboards says that he often battles the waves of Lake Ponchatrain and they have “board” meetings in Mandeville, Grand Isle, and around south Louisiana.
Great experience along Bayou St John!

Leave a Comment

Posted in beach, board sports, coastal, paddling, river, surfing, urban, water, yoga

Posted by: noadventure | September 8, 2011

Make a Movie Part 5(Zambia Tourism)

Featured on STREETCARNAGE – comments show they didn’t like it much.

We all try to do our part to make the world a better place. Whether it’s driving a hybrid, burning down the wetlands, or volunteering at Old Navy, most of us a feel a need to give back to the community. As part of my service to those less fortunate, I wrote / directed / produced / edited / scored this Zambia Tourism commercial — all pro bono.

You’re welcome.

Leave a Comment

Posted in streetcarnage.com, Uncategorized

Posted by: noadventure | August 31, 2011

Zombie Race

Editor’s note: Hat tip to Stephen F. for this.

In the tradition of Warrior Dash and Tough Mudder comes RUN FOR YOUR LIVES, a Zombie themed adventure race. Basically, you run through the woods and meet challenging obstacles, blah, blah, blah, BUT there are Zombies chasing you and if you skip an obstacle you will certainly be devoured by Zombies.

“BUT KENNEDY, ZOMBIES AREN’T REAL. WTF ARE YOU TALKING ABOUT, ‘DEVOURED?'”

I’m glad you asked. The Zombies act all freaky and snatch your race bib(that thing with the number on it). Once they have your bib, you become a Zombie. At least, that’s how I think it works.

Peep the website for all the info. The FAQs are helpful. Unfortunately, it’s only in Baltimore at press time, but if the popularity of WarriorDash has any impact on it, this thing will be international soon.

The official movie is kinda boring, so instead, I’ve included a video of the greatest Zombie movie scene ever. I give you Zombie vs. Shark from Zombi 2.

PS: Just the music is mind blowing, but can you imagine shooting this shit? There’s a real shark and a real actor and no scuba tank. Pretty good acting for breath-hold dives.

1 Comment

Posted in beer, fitness, movies, race, running

Posted by: noadventure | August 25, 2011

Tough Mudder

This is what my brother and I are doing in March in Dallas. After I signed up, I saw that they are adding an event in New Orleans – shucks! Oh well. It’ll have more rolling terrain in Dallas anyway.

Only 70% of participants finish and the dude in the beginning of the video says it’s the hardest thing he’s ever done. This race kinda makes WarriorDash look like PussyDash – just saying.

For starters, it’s 10 miles long, there’s freezing water from the jump, and you get shocked by 10000 volts of electricity. Don’t wanna go slow through this one.

Monkey Bars right? Some of the bars are greased. All the obstacles were designed by British Special Forces.

This fire jump is way more of a big deal than the tiny thing I jumped over in WarriorDash.

This slide sure does look fun though. It probably ends in tank of turtles trained to bite scrotums.

Leave a Comment

Posted in beer, caves, climbing, fitness, race, sports, success, swimming, triathlon, water

Posted by: noadventure | August 16, 2011

Red Dress Run

Editor’s note: This is the first post from guest writer Stephen. Remember, if you write a guest post you get a cool NOadventure tshirt(charcoal Am Appy). Share your NOadventure!

There are several times a year where I find myself ridiculously dressed, walking through the French quarter wondering, “What must the tourists think?” This past weekend was one of them. The Red Dress Run is exactly what it sounds like, thousands of fun loving humans gathering in the Marigny, partying and boozing it up, then drunkenly ambling their way through the quarter. Oh, and everyone is wearing a red dress.

The Hash House Harriers put this lovely event together and for those officially registered “runners” you’ll partake in an alcohol soaked bar crawl. If this doesn’t sound good enough, and maybe you need a nobler reason to overindulge your bacchanalian thirst? Well all the profits go to local charities!

 Those looking to show up for a run will be pretty disappointed, but not to fret because if you also happen to enjoy drinking you’ll find that you are in good company. The number of people attending has surged in the three years that I’ve participated. It’s grown from an estimated 2,500 in 2009 to something nearer to 10,000 this weekend past.

Just a heads up – this thing goes down in New Orleans, in the heart of August. Its hot, its humid, and it’s really fucking hot and humid. I suggest a dress that breathes, some headgear that will provide a modicum of shade, a lil sunscreen, and a healthy appetite for alcohol consumption.

Or like these guys, bring 30’ of contractor grade plastic, a truck bed, and a hose.

I never thought that I could honestly say that the majority of my male friends have a little red dress that lives in their closet and gets worn at least once a year (maybe more, who knows what those freaks do when the lights are off). So steal a red dress out of your nana’s closet, maybe slap some rouge on, and get your ass down here, we’ll be the 10,000 or so partiers wearing dresses.

Leave a Comment

Posted in beer, festival, race, running, summer, urban | Tags: , , , , ,

Posted by: noadventure | August 10, 2011

NOLA Motorsports Park

Uh, did anyone know somebody was opening up a massive Motorsports park in New Orleans?

Check this sucker out. They’ve got the three elements that make anything cool: Chicks, Maps, and Mr. T.

According to their website, NOLAmotor.com, they also have the 2nd most important three things: Cars, Motorcycles, and Karting. In all seriousness, this place looks like a huge investment for a pretty swanky motorsports park.  Seven weeks from now, they’ll be opening! And look, they’re even HIRING!

The economy is made up of us, the consumers. This is another example of how a small business(not government) CREATES jobs. What’s your impact on the economy(national and city)?

I’m just psyched cuz now I can get all Tokyo Drift on your ass:

This dude’s got a little bit of time on his hands:

Leave a Comment

Posted in motorsports, parks, race, sports, urban | Tags: , , , , , ,

« Newer Posts - Older Posts »

Categories