Category Archives: Hiking

Chumash Wilderness Hike in the Los Padres National Forest

Posted on June 22, 2011 by Andre

Over Memorial Day weekend, Dana and I did a 3-day backpacking trip in the Chumash Wilderness and hiked the Tumamait trail. We entered the Los Padres National Forest on highway 33 near Sespe Wilderness. From there, we drove through Los … Continue reading →

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Best Day Hiking Backpack – Osprey Manta 25

Posted on December 30, 2010 by Andre

Are you looking for a day hiking backpack? In my opinion, the best backpack for day hikes is the Osprey Manta 25 – hands down! I took this backpack on multiple day hikes and I absolutely love it. It is … Continue reading →

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Best Backpacking Boots – Salomon 3D Fastpacker Mid GTX

Posted on December 27, 2010 by Andre

Looking for a great hiking boot? I recently purchased a pair of Salomon 3D Fastpacker Mid GTX hiking boots at our local outdoor store, Real Cheap Sports in Ventura, CA. I tested them on a hike to Inspiration Point in … Continue reading →

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Hiking Mount Agung on Bali

Posted on September 27, 2010 by Andre

In September 2010, Dana and I traveled to Bali and hiked the highest mountain on the island, Mount Agung (10,308 feet). In order to see the sunrise on the peak of the mountain, we started our hike at 2am in … Continue reading →

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Cathedral Peak Hike in Santa Barbara County, CA

Posted on August 13, 2010 by Andre

The Cathedral Peak Hike is one of my favorite hikes in the front country of Santa Barbara. With about 3,000 feet in elevation gain, this hike is quite strenuous. And in the last portion of the hike you get to … Continue reading →

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Hiking San Gorgonio Mountain

Posted on August 13, 2010 by Andre

On August 1, 2010 Dana and I hiked San Gorgonio Mountain in the San Gorgonio Wilderness. San Gorgonio Mountain is the highest peak in Southern California at 11,503 feet (3,506 m) and it is located in the San Bernardino National … Continue reading →

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