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James Edward Mills is a freelance journalist and an independent media producer. In a career that spans more than 20 years he specializes in telling stories about outdoor recreation, environmental conservation, acts of charitable giving and practices of sustainable living.

Based in Madison Wisconsin James has written for several publications that include The Wisconsin State Journal, The Capital Region Business Journal, Madison Magazine, Madison Sports Monthly and Wisconsin Trails. He currently is a contributor to several outdoor focused print and online publications that include National Geographic Adventure, Rock & Ice, Alpinist, SUP Magazine, Paddle Sports Business, Sporting Goods Business, Elevation Outdoors, Women’s Adventure, WEND Magaz
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James Edward Mills I don't believe in writer's block. It's unproductive. typically if you're incapable of writing something you're either missing experience or research …moreI don't believe in writer's block. It's unproductive. typically if you're incapable of writing something you're either missing experience or research material. Both are physical activities that will give you something worth sharing.(less)
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Be Like Ruby Bridges

Recently I had the pleasure of attending a community discussion with an icon of the Civil Rights Movement. The distinguished lecture series at the University of Wisconsin–Madison featured a program titled “A Fireside Chat with Ruby Bridges” at the Shannon Theater in the Memorial Union. For those who may not recognize her name, the story of Ruby Bridges gained national attention when her image was Read more of this blog post »
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