Oakland has always been outside my everyday radius, even though it’s just a few miles from home.  Recently, on a lovely sunny weekday with several hours to fill, I decided to head for Oakland City Center and the nearby Historic District.

Within an amazingly short BART ride, there I was, smack in the middle of “new” Oakland.  I was impressed with the juxtaposition of modern high rises melding with 19th century landmarks – Beaux Arts City Hall, Rotunda Building, Tribune Building and the Art Deco  Financial Building. More...

Well.....YES!

The excitement of bushwhacking a new trail MacGyver style is short lived compared to the years of enjoyment that can be experienced on a well respected trail.

The long-term effects of going off trail may not be noticeable right away, yet has a very real long-term effect that would be noticed over several years of hiking your favorite trail. More...