EISPIRATEN

Saturday morning i was short on time, so quickly hiked up register ridge to Baldy to avoid the crowds. On the way down, below the ski hut a bit, I came around a corner to see an adolescent bear downclimbing a tree. I completely stopped breathing and did my best to scan for his parent, assure him tha...

Nothing super original here, just a pleasant (and challenging) day outdoors. I decided to give the Three T's / Baldy / Bear Canyon loop a try, and since I didn't have a proper permit for Icehouse Canyon, reasoned that it might be best to get thru that section first - I later regretted this move when...

My first TR and its not even local - but I remembered to take photos this time, so here goes... Ventured out of the San Gabriels on Saturday to spend some time up at San Jacinto. Warm weather and nominal crowds made for a great day out. After the coffee-fueled drive from the LBC, I rolled into Idyll...

I'm also going to vouch for the Spot device - I use it every time I venture outdoors. I always head out alone and it was starting to cause a bit of friction with the family when i was out of cell-range for extended periods of time. My wife keeps an eye on the check-ins and I also send notifications ...

This might be a day or two late, i'm sure conditions have changed drastically - but a quick report from Saturday am. Left car about 630am - couple guys out on the trail - briefly spoke with a fellow that has spent the night on the summit, he was nice enough to give me the scoop on conditions. I hust...

I won't swoop the TR's for Saturday - but here's a quick shot from Baldy @ 10am or so.