Playing (Nature) Detective…Who poo’d?

Soft and comfortable like a worn in pair of jeans, tucked In a towering little wood, along the gentle banks of Willow Creek lies ~ East Fork Campground. Far enough inland to feel the heat of summer yet lush from coastal influence. A charmed timeless woodland.

Fire restrictions now in place across NW California. Campfire permits required even in designated campgrounds. You can get a permit online after you watch the video and take the test:http://www.preventwildfireca.org/Campfire-Permit/ P.S. Smokey turns 75 on August 9

Wait, Say Whaaaat? Five things this Solo Camper doesn’t like to be asked: 1. Are you alone? Whoop, whoop, alarms, bells, whistles, red flags, sirens…How is it that anyone could think this question is the appropriate FIRST thing to say to a stranger anywhere but especially in a remote location. I’ve had other women say … More Wait, Say Whaaaat?

The Truth is I BEAR-ly know you…After the Trail Creek BEAR visit, I realized that a large part of my response was because I do not understand these amazing mammals. Here’s what I have found out since: It Helps to Understand BEAR Language BEARS do not want to interact with people. When scared they will … More The Truth is I BEAR-ly know you

One hella of a drive to one heavenly swimming hole ~ Matthews Creek!Within the the South Fork Salmon Canyon, perched on the hillside, half way between Forks of the Salmon and Cecilville you’ll find this tiny little Campground. The road to here is miles of curvy single lane carved into the cliff side, with numerous … More One hella of a drive to one heavenly swimming hole

Be Brave the sticker read, the words white and bright against a dark forest silhouette. A gift from a dear friend, she said my bravery needed celebrating, solo camping in the wilds and all. Daring maybe, but courageous I’m not too sure. Of course, I was flattered, even if, at first I didn’t want to … More Be Brave

Get out and play in these amazing mountains!I’m not sure when it happened. It just washed over me slowly, they way water swirls around your ankles when you cross a river. I think it must have been when I started, really started, to finally arrive. I’d been doing it, rambling back roads to backwoods but … More

Just get on the road. Go East a bit. Turn down that road, now another. Don’t worry, it’s OK. Now take the last one to the right, it will be bumpy. Go slow. Savour it. Now you are ready to cross into the Heart of Nature…

Human…Being…When you a ready to step away from all the good works you do. When you are ready to slow your pace, even for a day. When you are ready for a digital detox. When you are ready to pause from human doing and re-connect with being… I want you to know, l’m marking a … More Human…Being…