Anza Borrego Weekend Adventure
byLast weekend, Shoestring Adventures spent three days exploring Anza Borrego State Park, just in time for desert wildflower season! Everyone arrived at the campsite Friday night,…
Activities
Thanksgiving Dune Sledding Adventure
byOn Black Friday, my sister and I continued a Schwarz family Thanksgiving dune sledding tradition. We woke up early with all the savvy deal…
Ojai Weekend Adventure with Outdoor Discovery School
byIn early November, Shoestring Adventures teamed up with Outdoor Discovery School for an unforgettable weekend adventure in Ojai, California, just 90 minutes north of…
Hike to the Abandoned Ruins of Big Horn Mine
byLast weekend, I hiked to Big Horn Mine with Shoestring Adventures LA, a Halloween tradition I began one year ago with my little sister,…
Weekend Warrior’s Guide to Palm Springs
byJust over two hours from Los Angeles, Palm Springs is the perfect weekend warrior escape, from hip poolside lounges and gourmet eateries to cascading…
Glacier National Park: Hike the Highline Loop Trail
byMy guy M and I only had one day to explore Glacier National Park, and we were determined to make the most of it….
Weekend Warrior’s Guide to Big Sur
byBig Sur is the perfect weekend warrior escape. The hairpin turns over the ocean cliffs of Highway 1 gently remind you to slow down….
Big Sur: McWay Waterfall on HWY 1
byThe drive on Highway 1 through Big Sur is an adventure in itself. The road travels along the edge of the ocean cliffs, revealing views…
Big Sur: Hike to Little Sur River Camp
byAt the end of August, my friends and I decided to embark on a weekend road trip to Big Sur. Since last-minute reservations during…
Hike Mount Whitney via Whitney Portal
byThis is the story of two babes summiting Mount Whitney, the tallest peak in the lower 48 states. Located on the east side of…