FAITH, COURAGE, AND HONOR ON MEMORIAL DAY
“Like a Stone Wall”: Faith, Courage, and a Memorial Day Tribute By Del Albright Author’s Note:This post is not an endorsement of the Confederate cause or rebellion. I reference General Thomas “Stonewall” Jackson solely to highlight his remarkable leadership, unwavering faith, and personal courage under pressure. His mindset offers timeless lessons on facing fear, staying […]
MEMORIAL DAY HONORS THOSE WHO HAVE DIED FOR OUR COUNTRY
It used to be called Decoration Day right after the Civil War. Now we call it Memorial Day. It’s all about remembering and honoring those men and women who have died for this country of ours. There is no greater sacrifice than dying for others and dying to preserve the freedoms we believe in. I […]
6 ESSENTIAL STEPS TO SURVIVE A WILDFIRE
The 6 Ps of Disaster Preparedness By Del Albright, Wildland Fire Chief (ret.) It’s all about the 6 P’s: People and Pets 2. Papers 3. Prescriptions 4. Personal Needs 5. Priceless 6. Plastic Read the whole story here and get the full list of tips and suggestions, that start with defensible space and being in […]
FOSTERING SUSTAINABLE MOTORIZED RECREATION
Sustainable Doesn’t Mean Boring: Respect the Route and Ride Smart By Del Albright[delalbright.com] Let’s get one thing straight: Sustainable motorized recreation isn’t just about closing gates, slowing down, or sucking the fun out of four-wheeling. It’s about keeping the doors open—literally and figuratively—so we can continue exploring the great outdoors. The truth is, every trail […]
KEEP PUBLIC LANDS OUT OF JAIL AND OPEN TO ALL – HERE’S HOW
Del’s Jeep Rebuild – And a 4-Step Plan to Keep the Roads Open By Del Albright If you’ve been following me for any length of time, you know I’ve been wrenching on my Jeep again. Yep, the Ol’ Reliable needed a bit of love—a full rebuild with new guts and gear to get her ready […]
ESCAPE TO CAMP FREEDOM – YOUR PEACEFUL RV GETAWAY IN MODOC COUNTY, CA
Escape to Camp Freedom – Your Peaceful RV Getaway in Modoc County, CA! ️ Looking for the perfect RV spot to unwind, reconnect with nature, and enjoy wide-open spaces? Camp Freedom in Alturas, California, is calling! Nestled in the beautiful high desert of N. CA, this peaceful retreat is ideal for RVers seeking fresh air, […]
ROCKS, RIDGES, AND REMOTENESS: THE SWEETWATER MOUNTAINS TRAIL EXPERIENCE
Unique, Beautiful, Sweetwater Mountains of Eastern California By Del Albright (first written in 2004) Sunrise seems like a slow process when you’re watching from 11,000 feet in elevation on a cold morning. The mountains were still beautiful, reflecting the last glimmer of moonlight. We could feel the bite of the predawn chill on our ears […]
CHASING GOLD; FALL COLORS OF THE EASTERN SIERRA
Chasing Gold: Fall Colors & Hidden History in the Eastern Sierra Fall in the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains of California and western Nevada is a fleeting masterpiece — a fiery canvas of gold, orange, and crimson painted across rugged mountain slopes, sagebrush valleys, and hidden canyons. For those of us who live to get outside, […]
MISSION OF THE US FOREST SERVICE
The U.S. Forest Service (USFS), a pivotal agency within the U.S. Department of Agriculture, was established in 1905 to manage and protect the nation’s forest reserves. Today, it oversees 193 million acres of national forests and grasslands—an area roughly the size of Texas—making it a cornerstone of America’s public land stewardship. Mission & Motto Guided […]
TIPS ON WHO TO JOIN IN MOTORIZED RECREATION
JOIN THE RIGHT GROUPS AND ORGANIZATIONSBy Del Albright When it comes to saving access to our public lands and keeping motorized recreation alive for future generations, the question isn’t who you join — it’s that you join. It’s not enough to follow a few Facebook groups or click “like” on a post. That’s virtual noise. […]