point reyes national seashore Archives

Elephant Seal Parking (Humor)

By Steve
January 11, 2020
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I’m fortunate to live near an elephant seal colony. I’ve written before about how these behemoths of the ocean return to a nearby beach to mate and give birth. … Continue Reading →

Happy Holidays Hike – Tule Elk at Point Reyes

By Steve
December 30, 2017
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Reindeer don’t hang around Northern California. And we don’t get holiday snow either. Perhaps that’s why I’m drawn to Pt. Reyes this time of year. Point Reyes National Seashore … Continue Reading →

Arch Rock after collapse. (Photo by Sonoma County Sheriff's Office, Henry One helicopter)

Tragedy as Arch Rock Collapses – One Hiker Dies another Injured

By Steve
March 23, 2015
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Arch Rock is breathtaking. The sandstone formation juts into the pacific 70 feet above the crashing waves. The trail spans a dramatic arch that hikers must cross to … Continue Reading →