HGwD Blog
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#TrailTip Tuesday: Do You Need Trekking Poles?
Do you think trekking poles are for old people or people with weak knees? Think again. There are many benefits to using trekking poles when you hike. These are some of the advantages I personally enjoy. 1. Total body workout Your lower body has to carry your weight plus the weight of the backpack. Why… Read more
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Whatever Wednesday: Hello!
Blogging allows me to share our adventure stories with others and gives me an opportunity to meet people with the kindred spirit from all over the world. Based on our mutual appreciation and love for dogs, outdoors and photography, I’ve been able to meet wonderful people like you through our blog. Our blog wouldn’t be here… Read more
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Timber Mountain via Icehouse Canyon
Timber Mountain, one of the Three T’s (Timber, Telegraph Peak, & Thunder Mountain) near Mt Baldy, can be approached from the south via Icehouse Canyon or the north from Telegraph Peak. We reached the Icehouse Canyon Trailhead before 7:30 AM and the parking lot was already full as well as the overflow parking area. After finding… Read more
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Gear Review: Black Diamond Trail Pro Shock Trekking Poles – Women’s
My old women’s Leki poles had a twist lock that didn’t work consistently, especially in the cold weather. On winter mornings, I used to find myself wrestling with the lock mechanism at the trailhead. It wouldn’t lock, and the poles would just keep spinning. After a while, I’d just give up and hike without it… Read more
Hiking Girl with Dog 