Unplug, Discover & Recharge
The Big Horn Mine near Wrightwood has been closed off for a long time but in the early 1900s, it used to be a profitable gold mine. Now, this abandoned mine is a popular hiking destination for SoCal hikers. I planned to meet up with Katherine super early at the trailhead because we wanted to see
When you can’t even get one nice photo together for the holiday cards, go for a wacky one instead. Santa vs. Elf We wish everyone a wonderful holiday season. Happy Holidays!
Whenever I introduce a new gear (even mine) to Xena, I make sure it’s a positive experience for her. She is food motivated so treats are all I need usually. First I let her sniff the gear as long as she needs then give her a treat or praise. While putting the gear on her,
Bertha Peak is a must when you visit Big Bear Lake. The peak is located north of the lake near the center, so you get a panoramic view from the top. Cougar Crest trailhead is located off N Shore Dr. Stop at the Big Bear Discovery Center beforehand if you don’t have an Adventure Pass
The first time I hiked here, I tried the loop counter-clockwise and got us lost. There was no sign, and it gets confusing when you get to the ski lift area. The second time I went back, I did the loop clockwise and loved it! So, I am going to show you how to do the
Hiking Girl with Dog 