Impromptu Camping…

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We are doing an impromptu camping trip for one night in the San Gabriel mountains. One thing that helps me pack is my list- all the essentials! Then I don’t have to think “Did I pack that?” As we are driving down the road. What’s on your list?

Happy Camping!

Rim Fire Endangers Yosemite- 40% Contained

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***Photo Courtesy of National Geographic***

The aggressive Rim Fire has been destroying California since August 17 and its not letting up! It is now claimed as the 4th largest fire in California’s history! So far, the Rim Fire has burned 223,000 acres (40,000 acreas was Yosemite). More than 100 structures have been lost and the fire has a containment date on September 20. The hot weather and lightning isn’t helping this fire reach containment either. Right now across the U.S., over 8,000 firefighters are fighting 6 major fires.

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Girly Camping Gets Instagram!

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So I did it- I took the leap into the world of technology and recently got Instagram! If you want to follow along look me up @girlycamping! And for those of you who don’t have it- I don’t blame you! 🙂 Happy Friday

Campground Review: Cuyamaca Rancho State Park

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Paso Picacho

You’ve heard me talk about it several times- Paso Picacho campground at Cuyamaca Rancho State Park in east San Diego. If you’re looking for a great campground that has bathrooms, great hikes, large camp sites, picnic area, and takes reservations, Paso Picacho is perfect for you! Here are the features Continue reading

Pick Up Your Trash!

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First there was graffiti that flooded the area now this: last weekend I was absolutely appalled at the trash around Heaton Flats campground in Angeles National Forest in the San Gabriel mountains. Trash was everywhere! Below are some pictures I took of the waste left behind…Hasn’t anyone ever heard of LNT- Leave No Trace?! Leave No Trace is an organization that teaches people of all ages outdoor ethics. You should respect mother nature and leave it the way Continue reading

Living Vicariously Through My Cousin: Alaska

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My world-traveling cousin, Emily, just got back from Alaska. Here are her words to describe her recent trip:

“My first backpacking trip took me through the Himalayas in Nepal. Honestly, after such a wildly foreign and extreme inaugural experience, I figured no other backpacking trip could compare. And then I arrived in Alaska. I can unreservedly say that Alaska is the most breathtakingly scenic place to which I’ve been. Over the course of a 20-hour car ride Continue reading

Video: Bear Steals Dumpster

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On Tuesday night, a bear steals a dumpster from a Colorado restaurant! The bear came back on Wednesday and stole another dumpster! Haha!