Backpacking on the Northern California Coast Quick Guide: 25 Miles from the Mattole Trailhead to Shelter Cove; Permit Required; Bear … More

The Mental Health Benefits of the Outdoors Quick Guide: A moderate 7.3 mile loop that takes you up a lush … More

The Trail of Ten Falls Quick Guide: 7.2 Miles, easy to moderate hike that gives you multiple views of waterfalls, taking … More

Campsgiving 2016 Some friends and I decided to #optoutside and go camping over the Thanksgiving holiday. It was a long … More

An Easy Backpacking Trip to do ‘Alone’ Campsites: There are many options to choose from as far as camping options … More

A Northern California Road Trip, May 2016 Camping:  Gold Bluffs Beach Campground – We stayed here for this particular trip. … More

A CAUTIONARY TALE FOR SOLO BACKPACKING Back in March of 2016, I had attempted my first solo backpacking trip. I … More

Quick Guide: 8.6 miles one way; 2 days/1 night; Permit Required; Bear Canister Required Description: Follow the trail along the … More