11 TRAIL-FRIENDLY CAMPING ETHICS TIPS; KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Camping ethics tips to know before you go to keep public lands open.
SAFE AND SMART SNOW WHEELING TIPS
Tips and tricks for getting the most fun from snow wheeling.
UNBELIEVABLE DATE WITH A PAPER PLATE – TRASH AND THE PICNIC!
Funny story about an unusual date involving trash and a picnic gone wrong.
TRAVEL CALIFORNIA – GIANT MARVELS OF CALAVERAS BIG TREES STATE PARK
Tips for visiting Calaveras Big Trees State Park to walk among the giants.
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) GuideBy 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, a […]
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, […]