There’s no question that it’s going to be a hot week in the USA.
Indeed, the temps at The Idiot’s basecamp in Redding, CA, are forecast to be well above 100°.

The anticipated highs in Redding during the week of July 25 range from 106-112°.
(Photo: Kevin Devine)
So what’s an Idiot to do?
Here are a few tips:

Start hiking each morning at the first hint of sunrise.

Chill out in the shade with a cool drink and pretend you’re on the French Riviera.
(Photo: Kevin Devine)

Go shopping in downtown Redding, CA, where there are always sales on something.
(Photo: Kevin Devine)

Cook light meals.

Go to a restaurant with AC and start 34 online Scrabble games.
(Photo: Kevin Devine)

Try to look cool, calm and collected when posing for pictures.
(Photo: Kevin Devine)

Head across the Trinity Alps to the Pacific Ocean.