HGwD Blog

  • Cahuenga Peak

    Cahuenga Peak

    Winter Hike #9: Universal City, CA Located near Hollywood Hills and Griffith Park, Cahuenga Peak is a fun urban hike. There was no sign enforcing the leash rule so I assume off-leash is allowed there. However, if you are approaching a crowd, for everyone’s safety including your pup’s, I recommend you to put your dog… Read more

  • Rocky Peak

    Rocky Peak

    For my first hike in Ventura County, I chose Rocky Peak and I was not disappointed. Winter Hike #8: Chatsworth, CA As you already know from my last post, this hike was (and always will be) a memorable one. Now, I get to share with you the beauty of the trail. The distance to the… Read more

  • Fight or Flight

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  • Throwback Thursday: Welcome Home

    Three years ago today, I brought 8 weeks old Xena home from her foster home. I picked her because I was drawn to her shyness. Once I brought her home, I instantly fell in love with her sweet gentle soul. Since then we have been inseparable. She makes me laugh out loud every day with… Read more

  • Wildflowers and Paintbrush

    Wildflowers and Paintbrush

    I was surprised to see so many hikers near the trailhead because it looked like it would rain at any moment. Winter Hike #7: Palos Verdes Nature Reserve I am not a fan of hiking in the rain. Well, to be correct, I am not a fan of mud. I hoped it doesn’t rain until… Read more