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Mount Tallac
Posted 13 days after the fact. Amazing autumn weather gives us a chance to do this classic hike in the Desolation Wilderness before it’s snowed in. We’re joined by Uri, a visitor from Israel whose good humor and conversation enhances the experience. We stay in the camper nearby and walk to the trailhead in the…
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Tobico Marsh Loop
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The Hagley Family Farm
My mom’s friend Doug Hagley gives me a tour of his family’s farm that packs in a surprising variety of experiences. Walking through the woods we hear a million starlings. I take a video just for the sound. Doug with mushroom basket Pond crossing Woods trail They have a white pine tree farm about 25…
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Hackathon Hangover
I’ve had enough of my computer at the moment…yet I think that’s interesting enough to post about. Intellectually I know that Hack4Reno, a 24-hour competition to build an application that benefits the city, was a great experience. I pushed my limits and with a team of 4 (and much needed assistance from a talented roving…
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Ophir Creek Bushwhack
Ann and I are in the mood to gain some elevation today, but the past week’s snowstorm has me concerned about conditions at higher elevations. The Ophir creek trailhead starts at 5,000 feet, which I figure will keep us out of serious snow. Ophir Creek Trailhead There are some rose hips by the creek, but…
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Granite Chief
The weather looks so threatening that we’re certain we’ll be turned back on this hike, but to our surprise the rain and thunder never come. We get a little tour of the famous Squaw Valley ski area, but hike out of bounds where the plant life is still lush and berries especially are flourishing. The…