Everybody has a place in our public lands.
It doesn’t matter if you’re steeped in the 805 backcountry or have never stepped foot on a dirt path in your life — we’ll discuss destinations, gear, local lore, flora, fauna, skills, etiquette, ethics, and volunteerism … and get out there!
Pick a post and head down the rabbit hole with me!
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The McKenna Paradox
“And as he drove on, the rain clouds dragged down the sky after him for, though he did not know it, Rob McKenna was a Rain God. All he knew was that his working days were miserable and he had a succession of lousy holidays. All the clouds knew was that they loved him and…
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From the Archives: Whangaparapara
A few years ago, Billy Monster and I spent a few days tramping the Great Barrier Forest in New Zealand. Upon my return I drafted an article on speculation and pitched it to numerous outdoor magazines (meeting rejection at every turn … the life of a writer, n’est-ce pas?).