HGwD Blog
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Bridge To Nowhere
This popular hike is a 10-mile roundtrip if you don’t get lost. But we got lost. From the beginning. There are two forest service gates. Go through the one at the end of the parking lot. Because a big group was congregating near the first gate, I assumed that was the right gate. Else why would they be meeting there,… Read more
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Whatever Wednesday: Gear Check
I lost the original copy of this picture when I reset my phone. So I had to copy it from my Instagram account. Hence the low quality.. As I gathered gear for the next day hike, I wanted to show you what my preparation looks like. Thing you don’t see in this photo are our… Read more
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China Flat in Oak Park
It was Mother’s Day. I assumed most of the people would be busy with Mother’s Day brunch that morning. Great time for us to be on the trail! There are two trailheads. We began the hike from Lindero Canyon Rd. The trailhead was easy to spot and there was plenty of street parking available. It… Read more
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Summer Hiking Guidelines
Heat exhaustion or heat stroke can be very dangerous for pets, but unfortunately, many people don’t take this seriously, whether on or off the trail. That doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy the outdoors with our furry friends—we just need to be mindful. As pet owners, it’s our responsibility to ensure their well-being. During July and… Read more
Hiking Girl with Dog 