Many hikers and outdoors recreation enthusiasts use private land with the owners' permission. However, a federal court ruling regarding the 2007 Moonlight Fire on Sierra Pacific land may have a major impact on that. Here's a press release I just … [Continue reading]
Little Bear Lake in the Trinity Alps
I did a fantastic hike to Little Bear Lake in the Trinity Alps Wilderness. It started with a steep 3000-foot climb on the trail to Big Bear Lake, followed by a moderate 1-mile cross-country scramble over granite. Little Bear Lake in the Trinity … [Continue reading]
Russian Lake in the Russian Wilderness
Stephanie and I went backpacking to Russian Lake in the Russian Wilderness of far northern California last weekend. Stunning, and we had a lot of solitude. I plan to post pictures soon, but I wanted to share this Youtube vid I shot... … [Continue reading]
Point Reyes National Seashore Association Announces 2012 Trails Challenge
Point Reyes National Seashore Association (PRNSA) in partnership with the National Park Service announced the 2012 Point Reyes Trails Challenge today. The program is a fun and exciting way to inspire novice and experienced hikers to explore the Point … [Continue reading]
California State Parks Foundation Celebrates 10th Year of Legacy Award
The California State Parks Foundation (CSPF) has released a video commemorating its tenth year of awarding its State Parks Legacy Award to deserving state park heroes. The Legacy Award recognizes the efforts of policymakers who have demonstrated an … [Continue reading]
Attacked by a Mountain Lion, Saved by a Bear?
A Paradise, California man claims he was attacked by a mountain lion and saved by a mother bear, and that he played patty-cake with the bear's cub on an earlier occasion. Robert Biggs Claims a Mountain Lion Attack... The story about Robert Biggs, … [Continue reading]
Exploring the Grand Canyon’s Slot Canyons
Trailer for Dan Ransom's Last of the Great Unknown film about exploring the slot canyons that empty into the Grand Canyon/Colorado River. (It's not northern California, but the Colorado Plateau canyon country is where I go to hike whenever I … [Continue reading]
Support State Parks at Park Advocacy Day in Sacramento
California State Parks supporters/trail hikers: important event happening tomorrow, March 20, in our state capitol. It's the... Tenth Annual Park Advocacy Day Advocates to Highlight Efforts to Defend State Parks, Feature Problems Already Happening … [Continue reading]
Jug Handle State Natural Reserve Hiking Trails Accessible for Another Year
Jug Handle State Natural Reserve hiking trails and other attractions will still be accessible to hikers and visitors thanks to a new agreement. This a beautiful area in Mendocino County, and a hike in Jug Handle is featured in my 100 Classic Hikes in … [Continue reading]
New Reality Series: Are You Tougher Than a Boy Scout?
Could be fun! They're looking for contestants. Here's a press release I just received... The Boy Scouts of America have recently announced a partnership with Original Productions and the National Geographic Channel to produce “Are You Tougher … [Continue reading]
American River Hiking Blogs
It's been quite a while since I've hiked trails in American River territory, but I love the Sierra Nevada and I hope to get back there soon. Here's a cool creation by Bill Mash and the Foothill Hikers gang. I'm happy to be included! Click here … [Continue reading]
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