New Rules of the Trail

New Rules of the Trail

As some parks around California begin to re-open, we came up with tips for being responsible on your outdoor adventures. Let’s do our part so we can all keep enjoying the parks. See the video and online guide below. And check out our latest podcast, and get some idea's for Mother's Day too!

Week: 05.07.2020
Regions: Northern & Southern CA

New Rules of the Trail

New Rules of the Hiking and Biking Trails

New Rules of the Trail
New Rules of the Trail
Mount Burdell Novato
New Rules of the Trail
As some parks around California begin to re-open, we came up with tips for being responsible on your outdoor adventures. Let’s do our part so we can all keep enjoying the parks.
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Weekend Sherpa Podcast: Take it Outside

Weekend Sherpa Podcast: Take it Outside

Weekend Sherpa Podcast
A woman stands at Dante's View in Death Valley, looking out to Telescope Peak and Manly Lake, Badwater Basin below.
Adventure for your earbuds. What's new in the world of the outdoors? Listen to Weekend Sherpa co-founders discuss local hikes, beaches, bike rides, camping spots and all kinds of travel and adventure in California and beyond!
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Ideas for Mother's Day

Create a Yard Bouquet

Yard Bouquets
Create arrangements from what is already growing in your yard (or in between the cracks of your sidewalk). Make make beautiful bouquets from a variety of weeds, grasses, and plants.
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