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Steer Your Soul Into Nature’s Beauty By Kayaking In California High Sierra
| by Alex Silgalis
The sun is shining, and it’s hot out! You need a break from the heat. One easy, fun, and affordable way to do this is by shoving off on a kayak. Even if you don’t own one, they’re affordable to rent, and the activity is easy to try. And even better, this is an activity […]
California Scenic Drives In The High Sierra – Road Trips To Fun
| by Alex Silgalis
Interstates. Expressways. If it wasn’t for these amazing engineering feats, products, food, and other essentials would be impossible to get across this amazing country. But when it comes to road-trip vacations, there’s something lost if you stay on these high-speed thoroughfares. A divider from seeing the countryside. Instead, take the next exit and explore the […]
3-Day Road Trip in Eastern High Sierra
| by Jackie Calvert
Day 1 | Bishop, California Bishop, CA is known as a small town with a big backyard. When you visit you’ll quickly understand why. Bishop is nestled between two mountain ranges, the Sierra Nevada’s to the west and the White Mountains to the east. Both hold some of the highest mountains in the state, over […]
How To Recreate Responsibly In California’s High Sierra
| by Alex Silgalis
California’s High Sierra has become the great escape for many residents. In fact, 8.1 million more Americans went hiking in 2020 compared to 2019, according to a report from Outdoor Participation with many of them in the Sierra. While it’s exciting to see so many more individuals enjoying nature, there is a flip side. This […]
7 Unique & Wonderful Things To Not Miss In The High Sierra
| by Alex Silgalis
Looking for things to do on your next vacation in the Sierra Nevada? From the largest gold leaf nugget in the world to the iconic falls that Ansel Adams made famous, here’s seven weird & wonderful things you won’t want to not miss in the High Sierra. The Classic “Fall” In All Those Pictures Of […]
Saddle On Up At One Of These Wild West Saloons In The High Sierra
| by Alex Silgalis
After a day filled with exploring crystal clear lakes, schussing down slopes, hiking through wildflowers, or any other outdoor excursion, nothing beats a cold beer or a glass of wine to celebrate. These watering holes will quench your thirst and give you a glimpse into the past. […]
A Salute To National Park Week In The High Sierra
| by Alex Silgalis
The United States is very fortunate that past citizens had a vision to protect our most beautiful places. If it wasn’t for people like John Muir and many others, the current and future generations wouldn’t be able to enjoy its treasures. Join the nation as we celebrate National Park Week in the California High Sierra’s […]
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 […]
5 Easy To Spot Flowers In California High Sierra & One Flowering Plant
| by Alex Silgalis
Crimson Columbine. Desert Evening Primrose. Sierra Tiger Lily. Honestly speaking, wildflowers might have the coolest names of any living organism on the planet. And if you begin the process of identifying what they are, the stories behind them are even more interesting. To help you start the journey, here’s a few of the easier to […]
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