Four Mountain Peaks To See In The High Sierra
| by Alex Silgalis
In Spanish, Sierra Nevada means snowy saw range. You can see these mountains are beautiful any time of year, but they’re especially gorgeous when covered in snow. At over 400 miles in length, there are a vast assortment of mountains to summit along its topography. Here’s just four of our favorite mountain peaks to see […]
There’s Gold In Them Thar Hills… State Parks Of The High Sierra Offer Priceless Experiences
| by Alex Silgalis
Gold and silver run deep in the veins of California. This resource helped fuel the economy in the 1800’s, but as a consequence, this natural bounty of ore mined and lumber felled at an alarming rate cleared entire mountainsides. Many thought these resources would never end, but a few saw differently. This is when the […]
3 Lesser Known Attractions In The High Sierra
| by Alex Silgalis
In an earlier article, we named four natural attractions that should be on anyone’s bucket list. But… what about taking the road less traveled? Well, here’s 3 lesser known attractions in the High Sierra that may not get the spotlight but are just as amazing to see in person. Globe Rock Learn more about Globe […]
The Secret Season – Have Fun & Exercise Too
| by Alex Silgalis
Divisions of the year are typically marked by weather patterns, but in the High Sierra, there’s a “fifth” season that only locals and those in-the-know talk about. It’s known as The Secret Season. A time of year when its still warm, like summer during the day but cool in the evenings. An occasion for the […]
Maximize Your Leaf Peeping In The High Sierra
| by Alex Silgalis
After Labor Day weekend, it’s a magical time to be in the Sierra Nevada range. The large assortment of fall festivals will keep you entertained while mother nature brings the fireworks. We’re talking about the fall color in the High Sierra. Compared to other parts of the country, the landscape, vegetation and meadows create a […]
4 Must-See Natural Attractions In The High Sierra
| by Alex Silgalis
From the Pacific Ocean to a metropolis like San Francisco, the state of California packs in a lot to do. When it comes to scenic wonders though, the Sierra Nevada range is a MUST for ALL who visit the state. Here’s a glimpse at 4 of the must see natural attractions in the High Sierra. […]
Three Family Adventures in the High Sierra
| by Alex Silgalis
The world is filled with distractions, like social media and work deadlines, making it difficult to create strong positive bonds with your family. There is one place in this world that can help – the great outdoors. Nature naturally removes those diversions and lets you become enveloped in the moment. Suddenly the air smells fresher, […]
Sequoias – Modern Day Equivalent of Jack and the Giant Beanstalk
| by Alex Silgalis
Ever since we were kids, tall trees have sparked our imaginations. As we grow older, sadly that sense of wonder begins to diminish. It’s not until you step into the land of the Giant Sequoias and look up at these towering titans do those dreams suddenly re-ignite. It’s as if you transport back to the […]
Waterfall Season Is Here
| by Alex Silgalis
Why do we enjoy traveling into the mountains? Is it for the scenery? Adventure? Solitude? There are so many reasons to visit, but we feel a major one overlaps all of them: Freedom. The ability to let go and enjoy the moment. With waterfall season upon us, it’s the perfect time to step away from […]
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