@amandarichards had the bright idea recently of using my ebike to deliver care packages to the homeless who conveniently are camped out along the 40 mile bike trail near my house. I already ride that trail frequently, why not stuff a few of the care packages in my backpack and hand them out as I go?
I'm going to break my prior rule against posting photos of their tents, as otherwise I'd have little to no photos to share here and I got permission where possible. The parts of the trail pictured without tents were bereft of them and should offer no clues, like this path leading to a wetland.
Here's a pretty representative dwelling. I caught the occupant bedding down for the evening and was able to give him a care package. He seemed surprised by it, but receptive to using the items inside to attain some measure of immediate relief from the cold, wet weather.
I was able to deliver 8 out of the 10 packages that way, just finding people camped out in tents along the trail. Often with pets! I should include pet food in the next package revision. These settlements however, were unreachable due to being across the river on a secluded peninsula. Probably that's why they chose that spot, so cops don't hassle them.
...That's why I'm going to build a small electric boat, you see. What? Don't look at me like that. I have to reach those settlements to deliver the badly needed packages. A little bit of water is no excuse to turn back, I just need the right tool for the job. In this case probably an inflatable fishing boat and this 12 volt trolling motor.
The alternative would be a mechanism for my drone that would allow it to carry packages over the water, then drop them on command. I would have to get pretty low to the ground to drop them without damaging the contents however, which leads me to believe the boat is a superior solution, at least for now.
Stay Cozy!
Dude I have never thought US has that much of poor citizens :/ So what you are doing is so great! Respect the work bro!
After all, I like this photography! it's quite amazing and nature around it pretty awesome!
@alexbeyman,
Cheers~
It’s awesome how you think it as a necessity.. most people won’t even think of helping. The drone drops sound so futuristic and in the same time it is a practice already. :)
Another great job buddy, Feel good to see your work again. Respect to you.
Resteemed
You should buy a swimsuit and go diving I think you will like it :-B
Where do you find all these stones. They are definitely from other worlds.
With a couple xenomorphs inside.
With the looks of those clouds I bet they were all happy to see you, a small chance to stay a little dry. Yep a small lightweight inflatable raft to go with the motor, The battery will likely be the heaviest part of it all.
I've learned from this. Thank you. We pass these people everyday like they don't exist. I feel ashamed.
Though in Nigeria where i come from, one has to be careful when doing this. I will have to sift out the honest ones.
Alex - If this world has people like you, no one ever suffer from poverty... I think all Steemians should help you by upvoting you... Then you can help more people who actually needs our help...
+W+
The money goes to buying more care packages to give out, so I am inclined to agree.
hello @alexbeyman I also strongly agree about what you say you are very bias respond in terms of sharing together, hope you are healthy always and can make a good post and have benefits for steemit and poor friends.
wow your post @alexbeyman is very impressive, because the mission you do, to help the needy not everyone is upset. and you are doing it amazing spirit, top and top one for you.
a good comment at post @alexbeyman you will get appreciation and from alex.
Not everyone is blessed to help poor poor people. Thats great. Keep doing that and gather lot of prayers.Totally respect your work @alexbayman
Charity must become a fundamental state of mind and heart that guides us in all we do. Great work Alex.
the time and effort you give in charity work is appreciating
massive respect for you
you are really changing there life by offering your helping hand
Anyways what is that shell like thingmmYou have been doing a fabulous job.... Helping is in your nature and what is more good is that @amandarichards has started to take part in it... Remember 1+1 makes 11...so together now you can do a lot of good work...
GOD Bless you for being a good Samaritan.
Keep it up dude.
GOD will reward you too some day..
There is no meaning to giving if you do it for a reward. That isn't kindness, it's just obedience.
They say GOD will punish the wicked.
But rewards the good.
Great work buddy.God bless you.
Hats off to you. You have always been my inspiration. Seeing you delivering things on your e-bike that also by searching where they are 👏👏👏 no words. And now you wanna make e-boat to keep on going for those in need. I can see god has send you for a reason. Hope your good karmas will help you to keep on going. We will always support you.
because not everyone is willing to do this and this is actually a noble job. and I wish you good health always.good post @alexbeyman, and this we need to give appreciation and should we respect this kind of work
Great work bud..
Where do you live btw
Portland, Oregon
Oh I remember now..
You had mentioned it before somewhere also, I forgot
nice post
Nice job sir. When you gave them packages and saw happiness on their face it gave very much relief.
If everyone makes an effort to make only 2.5% charity from his annual income ,it is estimated that there wud be no poor living on this world...
You did a great job..
Greet work....... interesting information
@alexbeyman Brother, you are the asset of the humanity. Peoples like you are rare on this earth now. May almighty bless you. Keep inspiring. Help those who really need help.
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Like the previous post, this is a charity mission. but the interesting thing is there is an idea to make boats and drone to facilitate distribution.
if I can advise you, boat engine only, because it will be more cargo.
but if the drone seems more cool.
great brother...
your post is very impressive. good work buddy. God bless you. thanks for @alexbeyman
This is amazing gesture Alex. Little acts like this bring hope to people who really suffer.
I really appreciate what you do!! We need more people like you!!!!Hats off!!!!!
-cheers-
Great job,The poor and needy in our country(and many more)have to be assisted in all other possible ways - a simple piece of information or advice can help them to a great extent.God Blessed You @Alexbeyman .
I really like every post you. Your post is very interesting