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A Little Bit of Some Snakes, Frogs, and Scorpions…

07 Wednesday May 2014

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Snake cover

I’m warming to the wild life around us! Just last week I caught my first snake on a hike at Cowles Mountain in San Diego! Here are some “little critters” we spotted recently 🙂 Continue reading →

5 Outdoor Myths Debunked

28 Monday Apr 2014

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5 outdoor myths debunked

Have you heard the tale of two girls who were attacked by bears because they were menstruating? Or that if you’re bitten by a snake, you should suck the venom out? Check out my article on 5 Urban Myths about Outdoors- Debunked! on Active.com!

Backpack Review- Gregory Saga 55

16 Wednesday Apr 2014

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Gregory Saga 55

Here is the Gregory Saga 55 backpack. I love this backpack because of the large pockets, limited zippers for restricted space, and the adjustable straps to make this a custom-fit backpack!

Does anyone have a great backpack they love?!

Camping And Hiking Through Los Angeles

04 Friday Apr 2014

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hiking camping los angeles

Tucked away behind the little town of Azusa lies the vast Angeles National Forest, a stomping ground for campers and hikers. If you take highway 39 to East Fork road and head to the end of the road, you’ll hit the trail that can take you anywhere- hiking, camping, bungee jumping, gold prospecting! Continue reading →

Backpacking Angeles National Forest

15 Saturday Mar 2014

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backpacking angeles national forest cover

Last weekend, we packed our backpacks full of Cliff bars and dehydrated food and embarked on a night hike into the Angeles National Forest. We arrived in the parking lot at 9:00 PM and while taking out our gear, noticed the high wind gusts. We they felt about 20-30 MPH but nothing we couldn’t handle. As we starting walking, there was an alarming amount of millipedes that were out- I’m pretty sure it was mating season because Continue reading →

Guest Post: Redwoods In Yosemite

09 Sunday Mar 2014

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By: Esteban Obregon

redwoods in yosemite logging

**Photo Courtesy of www.redwoodsinyosemite.com

Five Spectacular Things to Do in Yosemite

Are you looking for a new adventure for your family during spring break? Travel to Yosemite National Park and take in all of the must-see sights — from the Giant Sequoia trees to the majestic waterfalls, and so much more.

While there are endless things to do and see during a trip to Yosemite, you should consider these five popular activities and sights that will make your trip even more memorable. You should also consider staying in one of the amazing cabins in Yosemite National Park that are nestled right in the right of the surrounding landscape.

Hike to a Stunning Waterfall Continue reading →

It’s The End of An Era

04 Tuesday Mar 2014

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backpacking campingI’ve needed a new backpack for a while but there is one thing that keeps me holding on to my bright, orange, functional yet non-functional, over-sized backpack- It was my dad’s! He got it when he was 20 years old (I will not mention his age but let’s just say he resembles Steve Martin). I’m not sure where he got it but I know he used it well- none of the zippers are functioning and the bottom gives out. The only thing that does work is the flap where it ties down and the frame. I’ve spent many trips Continue reading →