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If riding a heavy fast-moving metal object alone doesn't make you scared then it shouldn't happen in good company either. Fear is the silliest reason not to stop for a hitchhiker because it's usually unfounded. Statistically speaking, most people die in their homes and the most dangerous people are those closest to you. Getting to know a hitchhiker is a free means to rid yourself of unfounded fears. Hitchhikers are rather healers than killers.
Of course you can continue the list of excuses ad infinitum and make yourself believe that picking up a hitchhiker is not worth the risk. ”You hardly see them anymore” or ”I can't make that quick decisions” are poor excuses if you make the decision right now: Will you pick up a hitchhiker when the next chance arises? Time around the European Hitchhikers' Meeting (4-8-12) is a great chance e to see a hitchhiker! Get ready! It can be one of the coolest experiences of your life!
'''THE AUTHOR: Tomi Astikainen'''
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Have you ever considered challenging yourself and hitting the road by hitching rides in other people's cars? Or have you done that already? In both cases, The European Hitchhikers' Meeting – Hitchgathering – might be for you! It is a grass-roots event, organized or'anized by the hitchhikers for the hitchhikers, for the fifth time already. This year's event takes place in beautiful natural surroundings in countryside Lithuania.
The event starts on 4 August 2012 and lasts at least a few days, or as long as people wish to stay. But for most participants, the adventure starts many days earlier as they set off for their journey. Even prior to that it's possible to be in touch with other travelers and to get some company on the road if hitching alone feels too daunting a task.
People can plan and prepare their trips with knowledge-bases such as Hitchwiki.org and Digihitch.com. Accommodation can be found through online platforms like CouchSurfing, HospuchSurfing, Hospitality Club and BeWelcome.
The program of the event is made by the participants, on the spot. Anyone can hold a workshop, facilitate team games or whatever they think might contribute to the success of the event. These as well can be planned in advance on the website.
*hitchgathering.org
*hitchwiki.org/en/Hitchgathering/2012
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