I Gave a Coyote the Yips!: Being alert counts, whether crossing a four-lane avenue or hiking in wilderness. I didn’t set out to learn about coyotes on this dreary November afternoon. But by paying attention … Continue Reading →
Death and the Gray Fox
It was a beautiful creature; what a shame it had to die. But death is a natural consequence of life. As certain for all of us as tomorrow’s … Continue Reading →
September is Acorn Month!
September is Acorn Month at NatureOutside! Each season brings its own special joys. Fall heralds the acorn harvest. I love acorns, and you should too! Acorns remind us … Continue Reading →
The High Sierra Loop – Merced Lake to Vogelsang
Climb the mountains and get their good tidings. – John Muir This post is part of a series about my hike on Yosemite’s High Sierra Loop. Merced … Continue Reading →
The High Sierra Loop – Sunrise Camp to Merced Lake
This post is part of a series about my hike on Yosemite’s High Sierra Loop. Sunrise to Merced Lake Starting Elevation: 9400 ft. (2865 m) Ending Elevation: 7150 ft. … Continue Reading →
Simple Leather Project – Coyote and Night
Happiness lies in the joy of achievement and the thrill of creative effort. – Franklin D. Roosevelt When you start working with leather, you need simple projects … Continue Reading →
Twisted, Tangled, Trapped and Rattling!
WildCare runs a hospital and rehabilitation center for sick and injured wildlife in San Rafael, California. Their telephone hotline helps concerned members of the public deal with wildlife emergencies. WildCare is … Continue Reading →
Calero Bat Hotel – We’ll Leave the Lights OFF for You
A hike took me high into the hills on the East side of the Santa Cruz Mountains, overlooking Coyote Valley. A mixture of grassland and Oak/Bay forests overlooks a … Continue Reading →
Don’t be a Fool, Carry this Tool – A Store Discount Card and Duct Tape!
Feeling My Way in the Dark I shuffled downhill in the darkness. When I departed the dirt access road a meager patch of night sky provided some contrast to … Continue Reading →
The High Sierra Loop – May Lake to Sunrise Camp
This post is part of a series about my hike on Yosemite’s High Sierra Loop. May Lake to Sunrise Camp Starting Elevation: 9270 ft. (2825 m) Ending Elevation: … Continue Reading →
Mountain Kingsnake – Beauty and Danger!
Red Touch Yellow, Kills a Fellow. Red Touch Black, Friend of Jack. An Early Morning Hike It’s two hours after sunrise and I’m hiking in an open space … Continue Reading →