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Folsom Cattle Drive and Jans :

Folsom Cattle Drive and Jans

Updated: Jul 03, 2009 6:51am PST

Riff Raff at Swabbies June20, 09 :

Riff Raff at Swabbies June20, 09

Updated: Jun 25, 2009 8:19am PST

Dirty Divas :

Dirty Divas

Updated: Jun 24, 2009 7:26am PST

Eastern Sierra camp, hike, fish, hot springs :

Eastern Sierra camp, hike, fish, hot springs

Updated: May 31, 2009 6:26pm PST

Cache Creek backpack 5/16-17/09 :

Cache Creek backpack 5/16-17/09

Updated: May 19, 2009 12:49pm PST

Go Cart racing 5/9/09 :

Go Cart racing 5/9/09

Updated: May 11, 2009 9:58pm PST

Lost Coast '09 :

Lost Coast '09

Updated: May 08, 2009 12:31pm PST

Jameson Scott Abbott : Jameson Scott Abbott: born June 11,2008. From day 3.

Jameson Scott Abbott

Jameson Scott Abbott: born June 11,2008. From day 3.

Updated: Apr 23, 2009 12:35pm PST

Tomales Point dayhike 4/11/09 :

Tomales Point dayhike 4/11/09

Updated: Apr 13, 2009 7:02pm PST

Grand Canyon 3/22-28/09

Updated: Apr 13, 2009 6:22am PST

Dee's 50th :

Dee's 50th

Updated: Mar 02, 2009 1:12pm PST

Scenery :

Scenery

Updated: Mar 02, 2009 7:28am PST

Family :

Family

Updated: Feb 16, 2009 12:59pm PST

Angel Island backpack 1/17-18/09 :

Angel Island backpack 1/17-18/09

Updated: Jan 21, 2009 5:33pm PST

Robs 42nd Birthday :

Robs 42nd Birthday

Updated: Jan 14, 2009 2:49pm PST

Holidays 2008 :

Holidays 2008

Updated: Jan 09, 2009 6:51am PST

Karaoke at the 40 1/6/09 :

Karaoke at the 40 1/6/09

Updated: Jan 07, 2009 1:32pm PST

Oakland Bay Sunset :

Oakland Bay Sunset

Updated: Dec 21, 2008 8:13pm PST

Pt. Reyes bacpack 11/28-30/08 :

Pt. Reyes bacpack 11/28-30/08

Updated: Dec 03, 2008 6:58am PST

Another nite of Dancing :

Another nite of Dancing

Updated: Nov 25, 2008 8:43am PST

Black and White party 11/22/08 :

Black and White party 11/22/08

Updated: Nov 25, 2008 8:41am PST

Halloween '08 :

Halloween '08

Updated: Nov 03, 2008 8:34pm PST

Jason Mraz weekend Nov 2 '08 :

Jason Mraz weekend Nov 2 '08

Updated: Nov 03, 2008 5:47pm PST

Eastern Seirra (hot tubs, geocaching) : Paige and I headed to the Eastern Seirra to meet up with Bex, David, Jeff (and others we had not met) for some camping and geocaching. We hit a few hot tubs along the way. A fun weekend with many adventures.

Eastern Seirra (hot tubs, geocaching)

Paige and I headed to the Eastern Seirra to meet up with Bex, David, J ...

Updated: Oct 26, 2008 8:40pm PST

Diablo weekend 10/11-12/08 :

Diablo weekend 10/11-12/08

Updated: Oct 13, 2008 8:13pm PST

Paige and I night out 10/4/08 :

Paige and I night out 10/4/08

Updated: Oct 05, 2008 2:02pm PST

Mt Tallac Sep.27-28,2008 :

Mt Tallac Sep.27-28,2008

Updated: Sep 29, 2008 7:29am PST

Lyell Canyon 'Yosemite' 9/18-21/08 :

Lyell Canyon 'Yosemite' 9/18-21/08

Updated: Sep 23, 2008 7:17am PST

Mustard Seed fundraiser at Sunsplash. :

Mustard Seed fundraiser at Sunsplash.

Updated: Sep 23, 2008 7:10am PST

Tomales Point day hike 9/6/08 : Tomales Point Day hike. 9.5 miles to the tip. The temp was 59 when we reached the trailhead at 10:00 am. It stayed lightly foggy the whole time but was nice to hike in. The Tule Elk were out in big numbers today and we counted 22 Bucks in one group and NO Doe. We did see Doe along the trail here and there in very small numbers. Was great to see my Bay area hiking friends again. Been too long for some. Thanks for a great hike. Love you guys.

Tomales Point day hike 9/6/08

Tomales Point Day hike. 9.5 miles to the tip. The temp was 59 when we ...

Updated: Sep 07, 2008 8:53pm PST

Humboldt Toiyabe National Forest , Hover Wilderness : The DDD trip. (Divas,Dudes and a dog) Maria, Cindy, Mike and I met Navi at the Lower Twin lakes campground on Friday night so we could get an early start on the trail on Saturday. We were impressed on how beautiful the campground was. A couple of us slept under the stars by the river there. It was so warm I didn't need to zip my bag. The following morning we shuttled Navis car to Green Creek trailhead and then proceeded to our trailhead start at Virginia Lakes. The wind was already picking up and would get worse as the day went on. The nice thing about the wind was we stayed cool on the way up the pass. The views on the trail were spectacular. By the time we arrived at camp the wind was gusting at around 50-60 mph. We set up camp at East Lake and took a short swim/bath, caught some fish for dinner and enjoyed the scenery. During the night the wind was so fierce that it blew the dirt and debris into our tents covering us and our gear with dirt. It also ripped my front guideline from my tent. Some of us moved our tents in hopes to find a little shelter from the wind but I don't think it helped much. I repaired my tent enough to use it, buried it in rocks to help keep the dirt out. Worked ok but the wind gusts found a way to cover me and my gear in dirt again. Oh well. The second day Mike and I took a day hike to Green Lake. Not as nice as where we are camped but still pretty. The others lounged around camp and took pics there. When we returned, we fished some more. Caught a couple of big ones but released them. We tried to stay up long enough to do some star gazing but the winds were so strong and it was cold. So we watched the sun disappear on Dunderberg Peak and went to bed. Some time early in the morning the wind stopped. Wow. Nice! When we woke it was sunny but cold. Our water was freezing around the edges quickly. Made the hike out nice though. Despite the wind, it was an awesome trip. I plan to return to the area and maybe hike in to a different lake next time. Names to remember: Maria= Hot mama Mike= Frodo (did I spell it right?) T moment= me and my delemas DDD= Divas, Dudes and a dog Marias photos here:http://ladymaritel.smugmug.com/gallery/5799262_wEEB8#363889410_83tu4 Cindys photos here:http://clkreder.shutterfly.com/

Humboldt Toiyabe National Forest , Hover Wilderness

The DDD trip. (Divas,Dudes and a dog) Maria, Cindy, Mike and I met Na ...

Updated: Sep 02, 2008 10:19pm PST

Misc :

Misc

Updated: Aug 24, 2008 9:43pm PST

Tahoe Family picnic "08 :

Tahoe Family picnic "08

Updated: Aug 24, 2008 9:21pm PST

JMT--North Lake to Reds Meadow : Sam, Tom, Gail and I started out at North Lake (elev. 9000)(out of Bishop). Our ending point would be Reds Meadow (near Mammoth) 75 miles later. We set aside 8 days for the trek with a daily mileage between 8-14. We had a re-supply at Vermillion Valley resort on day 5 and picked up two more hikers (Deon and Brad)to our group on day 6. They came in over Mono pass starting at Rock Creek and completed the trek with us. We lost Gail at VVR due to a knee injury. She's doing well now though. Day 1- We hiked 8.5 miles went over Piute Pass at 11423 elev and stayed on the inlet creek to Golden Trout Lakes (elev. 11073). The view was awesome but the skeeters were unbearable. total ascent-2820, descent- 814 no fires due to elev. Day 2- Hiked 10 miles to the Kings Canyon border (connectioning of the JMT trail) and camped at the San Joaquin River. Love the sound of the river rushing while sleeping. total ascent- 526, descent- 4411 Day 3- Hiked 9.5 miles to Sallie Keys Lakes (elev. 10220) Went over Seldon Pass at 10880. I got sick with a stomach bug this day and had a hard time the last 3 miles. But I made it and even tried to fish a while later. (Thanks Sam for sticking by me) Beautiful lakes. I recommend staying there. Skeeters were bad though as well as the biting flys. total ascent- 2065, descent- 609 Day 4- Hiked 9 miles to Bear Creek (elev. 9197) The downhill this day did us all in and we were ready to camp. Now to find a spot along this creek(river) without too bad of skeeters. Not happening! We crossed a large rushing river to get the most awesome (skeeter infested) camp spot. Oh, and what an awesome swim lagoon. I loved this spot and we all took advantage of the swimming spot. Total Ascent- 1453, descent- 2146 Day 5- Hiked 10.6 miles to Vermillion Valley Resort. (elev. 7559) Total descent- 1448, descent 2501 (brutal)Here we would pick up the resupply we sent and Gail would catch a ride out to go home leaving Sam, Tom and I to continue. We arrived, ate lunch in the cafe, slept in a tent cabin (with a mattress), had dinner in the cafe, showered, did laundry and drank bear and wine. Yeah, good stuff. We played cards and sat by the fire pit and talked with other through hikers. It was really cool. The next morning they shuttled us down to the very low lake and we boated across to the trailhead at the other end shaving off about 5 miles. It was worth it and fun too. Day 6- Hiked 11 miles to Squaw Lake. Plus we met up with Deon and Brad on the trail today. The trek seemed mostly uphill and extreme. Total ascent- 2654, descent- 1613. We went over Silver Pass at 10895. Squaw Lake is wonderful and Brad caught enough fish for a king to feast on. Way to go Brad. Day 7- Hiked 8 miles to Purple lake. Beautiful place. A few more fish for dinner here. We camped on the outlet creek so we had awesome water rushing noise to sleep by again. Had a fire here and it helped to keep the skeeters away after dark. Total ascent- 1748, descent 2300 Day 8- Hiked 14 miles to Reds Meadow. The last 4 miles or so was brutal with a burned out forest and no shade. I could feel the sorrow in the burned out forest as I walked alone. Then I'd look up and see the awesome mountains in the background and it would remind me of the future of life to offer. I was so glad to finally get to Reds Meadow and celebrate with the guys. The hot spring showers were awesome. We had 'all you can eat' Bar-B-Q, some beer and partied a little more at the backpackers campground where we made friends with other through hikers. The guys got me up early (5 am) to hike AGAIN to the Devils Postpile. It was well worth it although I wasn't feeling too well. (Thanks for the coffee guys) Oh, And being a Princess is good for me after 8 days on the trail. :) Thanks!!!!! We headed for the shuttle out of Reds Meadow and met Gail and her husband 'Tom" at the Mammoth parking around 9:30. Thanks again Tom and Gail. I had a great time and look forward to next year with all of you.

JMT--North Lake to Reds Meadow

Sam, Tom, Gail and I started out at North Lake (elev. 9000)(out of Bis ...

Updated: Aug 08, 2008 7:32am PST

Lake Aloha, Desolation Wilderness, Ca. :

Lake Aloha, Desolation Wilderness, Ca.

Updated: Jul 07, 2008 6:31am PST

Don and Gracy's 60th Anniversary :

Don and Gracy's 60th Anniversary

Updated: Jun 29, 2008 5:38pm PST

Big Springs Gardens :

Big Springs Gardens

Updated: Jun 24, 2008 8:09pm PST

Palisade Falls day hike :

Palisade Falls day hike

Updated: Jun 19, 2008 5:21pm PST

Lost Coast '08 : Paige's youtube video here: http://www.youtube.com/user/paigefalk Paige's photos here: http://paigefalk.smugmug.com/gallery/5030891_vCJqv#P-1-12a Barbara's photos here: http://harthiker.smugmug.com/gallery/5029158_qce62#301967096_d4vYV Steve's photos: http://www.brilliantmedia.com/bp/lc08/ Rebecca's photos here: http://www.calipidder.com/gallery/gallery2/v/NorCal/lostcoast08/ Pavla and Larry's photos here: http://www.larryandpavla.com/Photo_Albums/2008/May/LostCoast/index.html

Lost Coast '08

Paige's youtube video here: http://www.youtube.com/user/paigefalk Pa ...

Updated: Jun 01, 2008 7:53am PST

Tomales Point :

Tomales Point

Updated: May 18, 2008 5:26pm PST

Horsetail Falls :

Horsetail Falls

Updated: May 18, 2008 4:30pm PST

Elaine and Larrys visit : Elaine and Larry had decided to drop by for a short visit while in state for a wedding. I hadn't seen her in 15 years or more. They arrived late Wednesday night so we didn't start pics till Thursday morning. I took them down the street to the historic little gold mining town of Folsom. Yep, that's where the famous Folsom Prison is. We had brunch(finally after finding a place open) and walked the shops as well as the old historic foot bridge across the American River. We shopped and then had a family Bar-B-Q that night (which we forgot to take pics of) and had lunch at Elephant Bar before they headed back to LA. It was so nice seeing Elaine again and I got to know Larry some too. He's a real great guy. I hope they make it out to stay longer next time. Love ya Coz!!

Elaine and Larrys visit

Elaine and Larry had decided to drop by for a short visit while in sta ...

Updated: May 18, 2008 1:47pm PST

South Fork Yuba River: Purdon Crossing : Dave and I headed up to the Yuba River for a dayhike. The weather was perfect. The wildflowers were in their peak. (so was the poison oak) The river was raging to perfection. This whole trail is in the shade. It's beautiful. We did an out and back so we wouldn't have to shuttle. Only one car in the parking lot when we got there.

South Fork Yuba River: Purdon Crossing

Dave and I headed up to the Yuba River for a dayhike. The weather was ...

Updated: May 04, 2008 6:03pm PST

Foresthill Divide Loop trail- Dayhike April 27 :

Foresthill Divide Loop trail- Dayhike April 27

Updated: Apr 29, 2008 8:55pm PST

American River trail--April 26, 2008 :

American River trail--April 26, 2008

Updated: Apr 28, 2008 6:53pm PST

Quarry Road trail Day hike with Mom :

Quarry Road trail Day hike with Mom

Updated: Apr 28, 2008 4:55pm PST

Cache Creek- Redbud Trail- backpack : Barbara, Bex, David, Dave and I Headed to the Cache Creek (Redbud Trail) for an easy overnighter. At just around 3 miles in we set up camp next to the creek which was running pretty high. The highlight of this trip was the wildflowers. We had some fairly high winds on Saturday but it seemed to calm down for the hike out on Sunday. It was a great weekend with awesome company. Maybe I'll make it back in the fall and try to make it across the creek to camp at Wilson Valley. I hear there's a nest of Eagles in that area. ;)

Cache Creek- Redbud Trail- backpack

Barbara, Bex, David, Dave and I Headed to the Cache Creek (Redbud Trai ...

Updated: Apr 28, 2008 4:07pm PST

Fair Oaks Fun and Fitness Table Mountain Hike :

Fair Oaks Fun and Fitness Table Mountain Hike

Updated: Apr 05, 2008 7:55pm PST

lassen Snow backpack trip : Maria, jason and I headed to Lassen to meet Duane on Friday. Steve, Frank and Marcy were to meet us there on Saturday. Duane had brought his snowmobile to haul me in due to my illness and lack of strenght. We arrived at the trailhead around 2:00 to find that the snow was too patchy to use the snowmobile so we started our hike in. My pack was somewhere in the 40-45 pound range and I was having a hard time in the snow. Around 4 miles in I got to exausted and had to stop. So we set up camp in a beautiful flat area with very nice hugh trees. It snowed lighly the entire time but didn't dampen our fun at all. Saturday the 4 of us headed for a dayhike to our original camp destination 'Butte Lake'. I was still very tired and sore from the hike in but made it. The scenery was well worth the effort. We were the only ones out there and everything was untouched as if we had discovered a new territory of our own. Just minutes after returning to camp, Steve, Frank and Marcy arrived. We sledded, ate and partied by the campfire till well after the stars came out. We had an awesome time and it was great seeing everyone again. Thanks to everyone for making the trip so enjoyable. Thank you Duane for bringing the snowmobile even though we couldn't use it. Thank you Jason and Maria for driving. Can't wait to get out there again. Marias photos here: http://ladymaritel.smugmug.com/gallery/4596429_ZPCAG#272731887

lassen Snow backpack trip

Maria, jason and I headed to Lassen to meet Duane on Friday. Steve, Fr ...

Updated: Apr 01, 2008 7:26pm PST

Table Mountain wildflower hike and photography day. :

Table Mountain wildflower hike and photography day.

Updated: Mar 31, 2008 12:51pm PST

Pt. Reyes Backpack March '08 :

Pt. Reyes Backpack March '08

Updated: Mar 16, 2008 7:59pm PST

Tahoe Diva weekend :

Tahoe Diva weekend

Updated: Mar 02, 2008 1:41pm PST

Shara and Scott's visit/ Baby Shower :

Shara and Scott's visit/ Baby Shower

Updated: Feb 24, 2008 10:17am PST

Moon Eclipse :

Moon Eclipse

Updated: Feb 23, 2008 10:12am PST

Fishing At Bon Tempe :

Fishing At Bon Tempe

Updated: Feb 10, 2008 8:01am PST

Yosemite Valley Jan. 2008 : Paige planned an awesome trip to the Yosemite Valley just so I could get away. Bex and David joined us. It was forecast for a nasty storm but we headed in anyway. Paige picked me up on Friday afternoon and we beat the storm that was heading towards the Valley. We arrived in Yosemite Valeey around 5:00ish. We stayed in a cabin in Curry village. I forgot to get a pic of it darn-it. Saturdays weather ended up being beautiful. We met David and Rebecca in the morning and then grabbed a YARTS to the Mirror Lake trail head. We hiked in and enjoyed the snowy landscape with our cameras in hand. Then we checked out all the shops, went for dinner and partied in the Curry Village Lounge by the fireplace till we were kicked out. Sunday morning we ate at the Ahwahnee Hotel for brunch. An awesome meal. We ate till we almost popped and then headed for home. Thanks guys for a wonderful weekend. I really need that. T (ps: I'll grab some pics from the others and add to my album where I am missing stuff)

Yosemite Valley Jan. 2008

Paige planned an awesome trip to the Yosemite Valley just so I could g ...

Updated: Jan 28, 2008 5:08pm PST

Christmas 07 :

Christmas 07

Updated: Jan 13, 2008 8:18am PST

Full Moon At Pt.Reyes Backpack :

Full Moon At Pt.Reyes Backpack

Updated: Nov 30, 2007 6:10am PST

Thanksgiving 2007 :

Thanksgiving 2007

Updated: Nov 28, 2007 7:03am PST

Girls Night out 9/15/07 :

Girls Night out 9/15/07

Updated: Nov 17, 2007 7:00am PST

Kayak camping at Tomales Bay :

Kayak camping at Tomales Bay

Updated: Nov 04, 2007 7:54pm PST

My Smug Mug :

My Smug Mug

Updated: Oct 23, 2007 6:45pm PST

Jobs Peak :

Jobs Peak

Updated: Oct 22, 2007 5:01pm PST

Quarry Road and Western States Trail :

Quarry Road and Western States Trail

Updated: Oct 14, 2007 4:49pm PST

4th of July Lake- Diva trip '07 :

4th of July Lake- Diva trip '07

Updated: Oct 05, 2007 6:40am PST

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