Heading upstream at Cataract Falls
Like the mailman, I was going to be outside this weekend, no matter the elements. After surviving a dental emergency last week along with some pressing work issues, my head was in need of fresh air by...
View ArticleMount Tam in a hurry
Fast-paced means fast-paced. Hiking up the mountain with a purpose - or at least it felt that way.… Read More »
View ArticleSteep Ravine from and to Stinson Beach
Now is a great time to do that trail trifecta that starts and ends at Stinson Beach. Judging from the crowds on two of the trails, you – or someone you know – has likely done it. Of course I’m...
View ArticleZig-zagging on Mount Tam
It’s hard to miss Mount Tam on any hike in the North Bay. Even if you’re not on it, it’s one of the better landmarks to spot in the distance. “Oh look, isn’t that Mount Tam?” is pretty much a line I’ve...
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Whether or not to hike alone
Reading how a 13-year-old shouted away a nearby mountain lion at a regional park in Glen Ellen this week reminded me yet again why hiking alone is not always the smartest choice. Another reminder came...
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