This is a story about my trusty steed. Or more accurately, it's a series of photos that tell a story about my trusty steed. The story …
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National Parks I’ve Visited
Our nation's National Parks hold much of our country's best natural scenery. Just about every American has visited a National Park at some …
Amazing Backpacking Trails of California
California is full of excellent backpacking trails. From the Pacific Ocean coast to the mountain peaks of the Sierra Nevada to the Joshua …
The Dirt Roads I Travel
The moment my truck's tires leave pavement is the moment most of my camping trips really start. It's for this reason that dirt roads hold a …
The Great Lakes of the Colorado River
What do Lake Mead, Lake Powell, Lake Havasu, and Lake Mohave all have in common? They're all children of the mighty Colorado River, a …
A collection of California sunsets from Venice Beach
During the four years that I lived near the beach in Venice, I enjoyed more than a few epic sunsets. Facing west, the view from the beach …
Camping Options for Kern River and Lake Isabella
If you like camping, then you'll love the Kern River and Lake Isabella. It's as simple as that. There's literally hundreds of campsites …
Photo Gallery: Home Base Venice Beach
Home is where the Pacific Ocean meets the streets of Los Angeles in the classic beachside neighborhood of Venice. Famous for its Dogtown …
Monache Meadows: Made for the Outdoors Life
Sometimes owning a 4x4 feels like being part of an exclusive club. Spending a weekend at Monache Meadows in the southern Sierra Nevada is …