Devin, City Dog and I headed out to backpack the Steens Mountain Gorges Loop without more thought than simply getting out. What we experienced was nothing short of spectacular...
The Eastern Sierras are a place I cannot forget. Each time we go back, I find it harder to leave. Our First Trip was...
Friday evening was slipping by, and we were languidly moving around the house. I’m not sure whose idea it was....
Those of us that are blessed to live in Bend, Oregon know just how great we have it. Just a few minutes outside of town is an oasis of rocks...
The sun shines on golden leaves, and the brisk air feels as any fall day would 7000 feet in a canyon. Climbing had to be timed perfectly between the occasional hail storms and moments of sun rays poking out to dry and warm the rock. Despite the numbness that overtakes one's hands while climbing on frozen cobble stone, every discomfort is quickly forgotten when immersed in a fall escape like no other.
Every now and then one must sneak away and let go. One of our favorite escapes...hot springs!
