Leave no Trace
June 24, 2020
No trash service anywhere this year – count on that! I’m of the mind that whatever I take out I need to bring back – always. Make waste management a part of your trip planning!
Author: pattibird
I am a woman of a certain age (wink, wink) who has tent camped all her life. When other kids went to summer Rec camp, Mom took my sister and I tent camping, for weeks at a time. In my early twenties I hiked the Pacific Crest Trail from the Sierra Buttes to the Bridge of the Gods. Camping always being my preferred vacation. That is until I became inflicted with an autoimmune disease and the emotional roller coaster intrinsic to chronic illness. Three summers ago, with a little gumption, a paper Forest Service map (yes, I said paper) and my furry BFF, I bumped down a dirt road that lead me in to the Klamath Mountains. I’ve been looking for Bigfoot ever since.
The United States National Forest ~ Enjoy it, Protect it!
June 23, 2020
The United States National Forest ~ Enjoy it, Protect it! Millions of acres of trees, forbs, flowers, insects, mammals; preserving the earths life giving resources…In the west we are sooooo fortunate to have so much of this “wild” land in our backyard. Don’t take it for granted, the current administration would like to privatize our … More The United States National Forest ~ Enjoy it, Protect it!
Campgrounds are open!
June 22, 2020
Humboldt County Campers – county campgrounds open July 10! (rumor has it state parks are open for reservation beginning today but I could not confirm)https://humboldtgov.org/1429/Parks-Trails
Still at it
June 21, 2020
Me and the big furry are still at it – doing “research”. Its been a bit tougher this go around, feels lonelier. I’ve been questioning the point of the whole project. Yes, I’m fishing for words of inspiration…have any? Please share.
Mixed Evergreen
June 21, 2020
The Klamath Siskiyous – a lush tangled plant wonderland! These mountains are this tree lovers dream come true. In this picture there are 12 different species of trees: Douglas Fir Sugar Pine Port Orford Cedar Tan Oak Canyon Live Oak Bay Laurel Madrone Willow species Hazelnut Big Leaf Maple Maple species Pacific Yew This forest … More Mixed Evergreen
Thanks for the wonderful (amber) nuggets everyone!
June 21, 2020
I was a bit harsh & unfair
June 7, 2020
I was a bit harsh & unfair. I am beginning to understand where I’m prejudice. It took me longer than usual to unwind, to be present, on a recent outing into the Klamath Siskiyou. The forest incredibly lush vibrant shades of green, the creeks tumbling, the river swooshing, high and clear and cold, my phone … More I was a bit harsh & unfair
She inspired me
June 4, 2020
In all the woods, all my life, where I have pitched a tent, the others there have all been white too. This lack of color in the campground does not go unnoticed by me. It isn’t about economic status it is about racism. Me, an older white woman, who makes me apprehensive when I’m out … More She inspired me
Change is real.
May 31, 2020
Hanging out on the ridge top with the ancients, drenched in solitude and the most unfathomable quiet, truly delivered space for calm and introspection. Tomhead Saddle – wow!Into that space rushed so much sadness. A sore heart and a little throat lump for people, and the planet. The wild is where I usually find solace, … More Change is real.
I’m going for it….
May 22, 2020
I’m going for it…(I truly hope you are making time to get out in nature now more than ever – nature does provide a special kind of medicine!)Memorial Day Weekend traditionally marks the start of summer and the camping season for millions of Americans. In fact, it is considered one of the two busiest camp … More I’m going for it….
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