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Green Green Green

Thick green mosses cover the sandstone boulders in the canyon just above Cold Springs Tavern. Head to the Tavern for a cool drink, lots of great music and a scramble up through the Irish greens of the upper canyon. Read story.

By Ray Ford
Saturday, May 3, 2008
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Lions and Rattlers and Bears, Oh My!

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When I first took to hiking in Los Padres Forest alone, amid the bear scat and cougar paw prints, ... Read story.

Six Great Places to Get Outdoors

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There’s a warm breeze as I hike up through the tall stands of mustard near Gaviota State Park. Read story.

From Muggle to Cacher in the Global Treasure Hunt Known as Geocaching

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When I opened the well-hidden Altoids box on a sunny afternoon not too long ago, I immediately morphed from ... Read story.

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Why Mountain Bikes Need Regulating

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Ray takes a look at the reasons why we should be wary of mechanization of the front country trails. Read story.

By Ray Ford

Zaca Fire Impacts Drinking Water Treatment

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Ray takes a look at how the Zaca Fire has impacted local water resources. Read story.

By Ray Ford
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On the Road — Fallen Heroes

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A sobering visit to Arlington Cemetery and the Vietnam Wall. Read story.

On the Road — Washington DC

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There are many things to see in Washington DC but it is the memorials that hit home. Read story.

By Ray Ford
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