I love our state’s parks. I moved to California in 2005 lured by the promise of Silicon Valley’s technical prowess and San Francisco’s quirky, socially liberal and mildly insane personality. I’ve stayed because of the beautifully majestic world beyond that. Where else can you go skiing, skateboarding and surfing in one day? Hell, you could …
When visiting the Russian River Valley for a weekend wine getaway, it’s always good to mix a little exercise in with the indulgence. Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve is in the heart of the valley near Guerneville, a quiet little riverside town, and offers majestic redwoods (and the cooling shade they can provide) without all …
Our next challenge photo is from a highly visited national park in California. We’ll be giving points for both the park name and where in the park you’ll find it, so if you think you know either or both, let us know. Click here to view the photo at full size. Email your best guesses …
After a week break for the July 4 holiday, our newest Name That Photo challenge is here and goes out to all our fans and followers in southern California. Do you know where the above photo was taken? [See the photo full screen] Email your best guesses to photo@hikerly.com by Tuesday, July 17 July 24. …
Give thanks for state, local and national parks near you by helping to make them better. Here’s a partial list of park volunteer opportunities in California. If your favorite park isn’t listed, check the park site for volunteer info. Wednesday, July 11 Bidwell Park – Plant removal Friday, July 13 China Camp State Park – …
A few weeks ago, the Name That Photo challenge was a beautiful night time view from the West Point Inn within Mt. Tamalpais State Park. This Sunday you can support the inn with one of their periodic pancake breakfasts and check out the location if you haven’t been there before. When: Sunday, July 8, 9 …
Photo credit: Providence Mountains by Steve Berardi About a week ago, we reported about the 15 walking dead California state parks that were without rescuers. Then just a day ago, the news was much improved with five parks remaining on the July 1 closure list. Today, the news has gotten even better: Only one state …
Update 6/30: Only one park will be closed on July 1, a park that is already closed. Get the latest update here. Photo credit: Zmudowski Beach with Photoshopped driftwood by Jim Bahn While not a complete victory, the latest news about California state park closures is heartening. For the timebeing only 5 parks will be …
Photo credit: Garrapata State Park by Bill Bouton Earlier this week, I posted a list of 15 “orphan parks” (California state parks that had no rescuers). Today’s latest news about the state parks gives hope for 3 of the walking dead, albeit the ink is not yet dried on those deals. According to a Monterey …
Name That Photo is a fun game for hikerly fans to guess some of our favorite outdoor shots from hiking in the Bay Area and beyond. Each week we post a new photo challenge with a hint or two and readers send us their best guesses on the location. Check out current and previous “Name …
