In this episode Gerry and I take a tough hike high up into the San Gorgonio Wilderness to check out the Washington Initial Survey Point built in 1852. Along the way we tackle 4800 feet of gain over a tough 16.5 miles to get to the summit of nearby San Bernardino Peak at 10,649 feet.
In this episode we hunker down to weather another thunderstorm before packing up camp and hiking out of the Hilton Lakes Basin.
In this episode Gerry, Dave and I explore the Upper Hilton Lakes Basin Lakes 3,4,5 & 6 before a fast approaching thunderstorm sends us scurrying back to camp.
Episode 153 Hilton Lakes Adventure Part Two LISTEN In this second part of our adventure into the Hilton Lakes Basin of the Eastern Sierras we take a day hike from our basecamp at Hilton Lake 2 down around Davis Lake and explore a waterfall.
IN this adventure Dave, Gerry and I embark on a four day adventure into the Hilton Lakes Basin where we set up a base camp at Hilton Lake #2 before exploring Davis Lake, a hidden waterfall and Lakes No. 3,4,5 6 and 7. Along the way we take in some amazing scenery and dodge 3 thunderstorms.
In this episode I take a tough solo hike into a remote region of the Cleveland National Forest along the Cutca Trail to see Eagle Crag. Along the way I battle high heat, poison oak and poodle dog bush.
In this episode I take a quick solo dayhike near Idyllwild California to explore the lower San Jacintio Mountains and find the South Fork of the San Jacinto River.
In this episode I take a solo hike out to Chiquito Falls hidden deep in the Cleveland National Forest. I also talk about kilts, their history and Naked Hiking day along the Appalachian Trail. I even do a little naked hiking myself. LINKS: Chiquito Falls Trail - SiCal Hiker Chiquito Falls - Sun Kissed HIker Chiquito Falls Video - CA Hiker Naked hiking day- Youtube Naked Hiking Day - The Trek Wierd News - Naked HIking Day MSNBC...
In this final segment of our Yosemite Adventure we pack up camp at Glen Aulin and head up over Tuolumne Falls our our way out of the Tuolumne River Basin.
In this fourth part of our Yosemite Adventure we pick up camp at Cathedral Creek and hike past Waterwheel, LeConte and California Falls enroute to our camp at Glen Aulin.
In this episode we pack up camp at Pate Valley and head up river to Cathedral Creek. Along the way I injure myself crossing the river and we climb the tough Muir Gorge.
In this episode we shuttle down to the White Wolf Campground and begin our backpack trip stopping at our first night's destination of Pate Valley
In this first part of our adventure in Yosemite National Park, Dave, Gerry and I head up to Tioga Pass and get ready for a four day backpack trip along the Grand Canyon of Yosemite, The Tuoloume River.
In this episode Gerry and I tackle the other two summit along the Mt. Williamson ridge before hiking down the PCT toward Angeles Crest Highway.
In this episode Gerry and I take a hike up to the top of Mount Williamson high up in the Angeles National Forest.
In this episode I take a solo hike up Monserate Mountain near Fallbrook California.
In this episode Lindsey and I take a stroll through the Los Penasquitos Canyon Preserve in San Diego County
In this second part of the Barefoot to Boots podcast I talk about some cold weather options for the trail.
In this last part of our adventure into the John Muir Wilderness near Mammoth Mountain California we pack up camp at Purple Lake and hike back up and over Duck Pass to our cars at the Coldwater Campground. Along the way I talk to a few John Muir Trail Thru-Hikers and we encounter a fast moving storm system. Trip Photos
In this episode we take a quick day hike up along the John Muir Trail above Purple Lake to visit nearby Virginia Lake Trip Photos
In part two of our backpacking adventure near Mammoth Mountain California we pick up where we left off at Duck Pass. In this episode we hike down into Pika Lake for our first nights camp. In the morning we reclimb Duck Pass and head along the legendary John Muir Trail to our next nights destination at Purple Lake Trip Video Duck Pass to Pika Lake Trip Photos...
In this episode we begin our four day adventure deep into the John Muir Wilderness near Mammoth Lakes California. Hiking along the Duck Pass Trail from Lake Mary we begin our backpack trip. Trip Photos Trip Video
In this episode I take a solo spring hike to one of the tallest waterfalls in San Diego County. Trip Video Trip Photos LINKS: Recreation.Gov - Permit Information YELP - Trail Reviews and Photos Modern Hiker - Trip Descriptions and maps USDA Forest Service Information...
In this episode Dave, Gerry, Mike and I explore Joshua Tree National Parks interior and visit the Cholla Garden, Arch Rock, Skull Rock, Cap Rock, Keys View, Barker Dam and the Wall St. Mill.
In part one of a two part episode Dave, Gerry, Mike and I spend a few days in Joshua Tree National Park and camp out at Indian Cove and explore Rattlesnake Canyon.
In this episode Dave, Gerry and I set off on an extreme dayhike to the tallest peak in Southern California. At 11,503 feet San Gorgonio is a tough climb on the Vivian Creek Trail, the shortest and steepest route to the top.
In this episode Lindsey and i take a drive up through Malibu California to the Los Liones Trail and reach the Parker Mesa Overlook, one of the best scenic viewpoints along the California Coastline.
In part two of the clothing layering system I continue my discussion about how to put together a simple system of ase layer bshirts, midlayers and outer layers to keep you warm in the backcountry.
In this episode I talk about my exciting adventure driving through a rare snowstorm in Southern California and talk about some of the different types, materials and styles of outerwear for your outdoor adventures.
