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I didn’t set out to find the caves. I was searching for solitude. Like my neighbors, I was staying-at-home as COVID infections peaked. And the time indoors had been wearing … Continue Reading →
Many of you have joined me for a hike through the redwood forest at Big Basin Redwoods State Park. Big Basin is California’s first state park, created in 1902. Its … Continue Reading →
This week on NatureOutside’s Facebook page we are reviewing a series of articles I wrote about trailing the American Black Bear. One of the easiest bear signs to detect is … Continue Reading →
This article contains affiliate links… Do you pay attention to the wind? I pay attention when I’m in the field tracking wildlife. But primarily I use wind direction. Stalking an … Continue Reading →
I want to share this humorous chart that’s been floating around social media. It appears to be from Reddit, first posted by Scott Furman. Your risk from bear attack … Continue Reading →
We all need shelter. Whether it’s a shack in the woods or a condo in Miami Beach, we need protection from the elements to grow and thrive. Some insects … Continue Reading →
Sometimes when I hike in the Santa Cruz mountains, I feel I’m being watched. Often, I discover wildlife hiding nearby. But sometimes I trace this feeling to a nearby … Continue Reading →
Yep, that’s about right. This meme was circulating on Facebook during the coronavirus quarantine. I thought you’d enjoy it. Related Articles on NatureOutside Outhouse Cartoon (Humor) Are We … Continue Reading →
If you spend any time reading the bushcraft forum, BushcraftUK, then you’ve read articles by John Fenna. John is an outdoor instructor and author who often posts on the … Continue Reading →
How long does it take you to hike three miles? Three miles at a 6% grade? Three miles with 45-degree switchbacks? Will you be home before dinner? Trip planning is … Continue Reading →