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Visiting Badwater Basin in Death Valley

Friday, November 20th, 2009

Badwater Basin Visiting Death Valley? A stop at Badwater Basin is practically obligatory. The elevation here is –282 feet, making this the...
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Hiking Calabasas Peak

Tuesday, November 17th, 2009

A hiker looks north from Calabasas Peak Calabasas Peak offers panoramic views of the Santa Monica Mountains, Red Rock Canyon, and a sliver of the...
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Hiking Temescal Canyon loop

Monday, November 9th, 2009

Temescal Ridge Trail The 2.6-mile Temescal Canyon loop offers a variety of scenery and decent exercise, despite its relative brevity. The convenient...
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Hiking Solstice Canyon Trail in Malibu

Ruins at the end of Solstice Canyon Trail Solstice Canyon offers an easy no-fuss walk alongside a flowing creek in a wide canyon. The attractions on...
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Hiking the Zuma Canyon Narrows - Zuma Ridge Loop in Malibu

The lush narrows of Zuma Canyon This demanding 8-mile loop includes two miles off-trail, trekking through a lush untamed canyon. Click here to see...
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Yuppie 911? Unnecessary use of personal locater beacons a drain on California rescue workers

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October 26, 2009 - Outdoor enthusiasts are using personal locator beacons in situations where distress signals are...
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Hiking the Ocean View Trail - Canyon View Trail loop in Zuma Canyon

Ocean View Trail The appeal of the Ocean View and Canyon View Trails is self-evident. Both offer fine views of the Pacific Ocean and Zuma Canyon....
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Hiking Zuma Ridge Trail in Malibu

A panoramic turnoff along the Zuma Ridge Trail The Zuma Ridge Trail is a wide dirt service road which weaves northwest up the back of the ridge west...
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Hiking Zuma Canyon Trail in Malibu

Zuma Canyon This 2.8-mile round-trip hike leaves a coastal Malibu neighborhood to explore rustic Zuma Canyon. The sandy single track shoots north...
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Gear Review: Light My Fire Spork

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Hikers looking to minimize their pack weight at every level should sit down for a meal with the Light My Fire Spork. This all-in-one utensil is...
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