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Friday July 17, 2020 About 20 minutes north of our home is my favorite hike in Redwood National and State Parks, the Trillium Falls Trail. The trail is a 3 mile loop that takes you up in elevation 400 ft thru a beautiful old growth forest of Redwood trees. The site is a former mill …
We had a quiet Saturday morning on the headland today. The state beach and pier parking lots were full but most seemed to be out on the water. Here are a few of my pics. #iluvtowalk #baxteronthego “On Guard”California Paintbrush
Shaking up the routine today with my attention focused on the beach versus above it. Today was the last morning in a minus tide series that’s not at the crack of dawn; Baxter was left at home so I could wander the beach at my leisure. In addition to getting in a good walk, the …
Continue reading Today’s Walk: When the Beach is Your Backyard
Wednesday July 8, 2020 I’m getting awfully spoiled and frankly I’m grateful for it. Its a very unique situation we live in. While places like Yosemite and other National Parks and Monuments are over run, Baxter and I had the trail to ourselves again this morning. The bay was flat which translates into an awesome …
Monday July 6, 2020 Baxter and I had a quiet morning on the headland following the Independence Day weekend. There was a great low tide exposing Trinidad State Beach and the fish are running so the boat launch parking lot was full. It looks like the upwelling caused by last week’s wind has brought the …
Friday July 3, 2020 My quest for solitude and a change of scenery required a 1 hour drive north to reach the remote Lyons Ranch Trail off of Bald Hills Road in Redwood National and State Parks. The Bald Hills contain rolling hills, beautiful prairies and oak woodlands; spectacular vistas that would thrill any photographer. …
Thursday July 2, 2020 This morning began with dramatic fog that drifted in and out during our 50 minute walk. I was able to get some great pics today. Not only did the landscape provide opportunities but some of my favorite local characters were also out today. The calm before the storm. I suspect they …
Continue reading Today’s Walk: Getting out Before the 4th of July Wave
Friday June 26, 2020 On the trail today I met a woman who unknowingly gave me a lot to think about. We had a brief conversation while passing each other on the trail. She appeared to me to be gliding around the headland like a pro. What I didn’t realize was she was frustrated with …
Thursday June 25, 2020 Today’s walk was once again in the misty and balmy morning fog. The trees were dripping like a drizzling light rain due to the heavy moisture in the air. However, things seemed to have gone back to normal. Unlike yesterday the song birds and crows were present and the fog horn …
Continue reading Today’s Walk: Foggy Start & Brilliant Finish
Wednesday June 24, 2020 Baxter and I had an interesting walk this morning. It was a foggy morning but frankly kinda eerie. The fog is awesome because it seems to slow down the tourists. This morning was very quiet on the headland, literally. What was odd was that the usual song birds were not out. …
Perspectives From My Trail 