PISMO BEACH ADVENTURE: SEALIFE, SAND DOLLARS, & DRIVING THE SHORELINE
Pismo/Oceano: Surf, Sand, Sun, and Sealife By Del Albright There’s something deeply soothing about the Central Coast of California—especially when you can explore the seashore for miles, feel the ocean breeze on your face, and sink your toes in the sand. Recently, Stacie and I spent a memorable day at Pismo State Beach, soaking in […]
OUTDOOR RECREATION ROUNDTABLE (ORR)
Where ORR Stands on Motorized Recreation and OHV Trails By Del Albright, Sustainable Recreation Advocate The Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR) is a coalition of national outdoor recreation trade associations working together to advance policies that promote the $1.2 trillion outdoor recreation economy. That includes our world of motorized recreation and OHV trail use — and […]
GIANT FISH AND THE ENDANGERED SPECIES ACT
The Endangered Species Act and the Fisherman By Del Albright Sixty feet under the warm Mexican waters off the coast of San Felipe, the giant creature swam effortlessly, constantly on the prowl for food. Weighing a hundred pounds, he could pretty much eat anything he wanted, so when he saw the Corvina rock fish dangling […]
WILDFLOWER WONDERS OF SEQUOIA NATIONAL PARK
Sequoia National Park: A Bloom Watcher’s Wildflower (short) Guide By Del Albright Spring and early summer in Sequoia National Park bring more than just warm sunshine and towering trees. They welcome a colorful cast of wildflowers, from forest floors to roadside pullouts, rewarding those who take the time to look closely. Whether you’re a photographer, […]
EVER SEEN A TREE SHREDDED BY A BLACK BEAR?
Why Black Bears Scratch Trees Seen in Sequoia National ParkBy Del Albright | delalbright.com While exploring the forest in Sequoia National Park with the wonderful folks of the Outdoor Writers Association of California (OWAC), on a tour hosted by Visit Visalia, I came across this tree (photos below) showing clear signs of black bear activity—deep […]
DEEP BENEATH THE GIANTS AT SEQUOIA NAT’L PARK
Exploring Sequoia National Park and Crystal Cave with the Outdoor Writers Association of CA (OWAC) By Del Albright – delalbright.com Few places in America remind us of nature’s power and patience like Sequoia National Park of California. It’s a land of giant, towering trees, ancient stone, endless vistas, and timeless beauty. On my latest visit, […]
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, […]
DISCOVER THE FUNERAL MOUNTAINS OF DEATH VALLEY
RUGGED, JAGGED, FUNERAL MOUNTAINS OF DEATH VALLEY By Del Albright Discover the Funeral Mountains in Death Valley National Park — a rugged, remote range rich with history and haunting beauty. From towering limestone ridges to eerie old mining roads, this lesser-known range offers breathtaking views and deep pioneer lore. Don’t miss Daylight Pass, Hell’s Gate, […]
OVERLANDING TO FIND GIANTS IN THE DESERT
GIANTS OF THE DESERT: OVERLANDING TO FIND THE SAGUARO CACTUS Magical Mysteries on the Arizona Strip By Del Albright While overlanding across the rugged and remote trails of the Arizona Strip, I had the unforgettable chance to come face-to-face with some of the desert’s most iconic residents—the Saguaro Cactus (Carnegiea gigantea). These towering green giants are not just […]