Active.com- 10 Things to Leave Off Your Campsite Packing List

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Active.com article 10 things to leave off your campsite packing listI was honored when Active.com and ReserveAmerica.com asked me to contribute to their site! Here is my first article. Enjoy 🙂

10 Things to Leave Off Your Campsite Packing List

O’Neill 365 Workout Gear

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O'neill 365 workout gear

If you are looking for some workout gear that is functional and fashionable, try O’Neill 365! I was given a pair of the Camarillo Capri Surf Leggings and the Dream Pullover. I have used Continue reading

The Upside to Quitting

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quit smoking cigarettes

Photo Courtesy of http://www.treehugger.com

I had my first cigarette at the age of 16. I was curious. My friend and I were at a girl friend’s house and we smoked what we could off a butt on the ground- gross, I know! But it didn’t take much for me to start up the habit that I held dear to me for 10 years. I loved cigarettes- and honestly, I would smoke one right one if it wasn’t for my pride of throwing everything out the door and what I worked hard for the last 1 1/2 years! Continue reading

Nature Shots

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pinecone

Two weeks ago, we headed up to the Angeles National Forest to camp, hike, and look for gold! Here are a few of my favorite nature shots from this trip! Happy Camping 🙂 Continue reading

East Fork Camping

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the campsite at a higher view

This weekend we headed away from the Super Bowl chaos and went out to enjoy some peace, quiet, and gold panning! As if its no surprise, we camped in the Angeles National Forest in the San Gabriel mountains (which recently had a fire but thank God its ok!) and we camped at new location to pan for some color! It was the perfect weekend getaway! I had a little bit of trouble at first… Continue reading

5 Tips For Training In The Off-Season

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Training in the off season

Stay In Shape With These Helpful Hints

If you’re a camper like me, you get antsy when you haven’t got your camping fix for a while! Maybe where you live prevents you from camping year-round  (weather? parks close? no time?)? I have a few tricks that help keep you from going crazy and get you into shape! And I’d love to hear your tips too! Continue reading

Wanna Win $5,000?

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repreve beanie
You may have heard me mention this awesome product- Repreve. Repreve is a recycled fiber that turns plastic bottles into products from Patagonia, North Face, Volcom, and many others! Now Repreve wants to give you $5,000! All you have to do is show how you help out the environment and “turn it green”. This contest ends February 2 so you still have time! Here are the official rules: Continue reading

Runyon Canyon

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runyon canyon los angeles

Today I took advantage of the gorgeous Southern California weather and hiked Runyon Canyon in the heart of Hollywood! Runyon Canyon boasts exceptional views of Los Angeles as well as the Hollywood sign (and sometimes you can spot your favorite celebrity!!). With 3 different hiking trails that range from 1.65 miles to 3.25 miles, you can’t go wrong! Bring a friend, your dog, or a yoga mat, and enjoy the beautiful scenery of LA! Continue reading

Colby Fire Breaks Out in Angeles National Forest

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Colby fire breaks out in angeles nation forest

Photo Courtesy of NBC Los Angeles

Yesterday morning, a brush fire broke out in the Angeles National Forest. The Colby fire broke out after 3 campers were throwing pieces of toilet paper into their fire and they wind picked up. From there, its burned 5 homes and damaged 17 structures. The fire is 30% contained. The 3 campers that started the fire have been arrested. This just shows how important fire safety is! For more information on how you can prevent forest fires (I know it sounds cliché but its true) check out my Fire Safety tips or Continue reading