Shoestring Adventures Backpacking To Havasu Falls
byIn October, Shoestring Adventures returned to Havasu Falls led by trip leader Canyon. The group included 10 Shoestring Warriors from Los Angeles and San Francisco, who…
Waterfalls
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…
Hike to the Bridge to Nowhere
byOver the past two years, I have met some amazing adventurers who share my passion for the outdoors. Recently, I decided to join a…
Hike to the Bridge to Nowhere
byThe Bridge to Nowhere is a 120-ft arch bridge, constructed in 1936 over the East Fork of the San Gabriel River. The bridge was…
B*tch, Don’t Kill My Vibe: Hike to Nazi Ruins in Los Angeles
byI don’t usually do adventure reruns, but last weekend, I just needed to get outside to clear my head, so I returned for a…
Hike to Heart Rock Falls: A Love Story
bySomewhere in my closet, I have a valentine from my 5th grade crush with a lemon-flavored Lifesaver stuck to the back. The front is…
Wild Goat Chase: Hike to Three Pools Beyond Seven Falls
byIn late-September, my friend Rachel and I planned a leisurely hike to Three Pools Beyond Seven Falls in Santa Barbara. Rachel is an exceptional…
Anaconda Part V: Journey to the Secret Waterfalls
byFor months, my brother-in-law has been telling me tales about some secret waterfalls near Los Angeles. Not just any secret waterfalls. These waterfalls are…