by Don Russell, As you know, I don’t normally adorn these pages with tales of pleasure trips; however, I have found an article that I did some time...
Category - The Great Outdoors
The D. V. Garstin Trail Hike
The D.V. Garstin Trail is situated not far from the famous Indian Canyon in Palm Springs. This challenging hike has provided us...
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Bump and Grind Hike: A Challenging Desert Adventure
For the past couple years, the Bump and Grind Hike in the Palm Desert area has been one of my favorite desert hikes. Each season...
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Oswit Canyon Hike: A Hidden Gem in Palm Springs
Oswit Canyon Hike is a delightful short trail that offers a moderate to easy trek, which most hikers can complete in under an...
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Venturing Along the South Lykken Trail
Our curiosity had always beckoned us to discover what lay on the South side of the South Lykken trail, and today was the day we...
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In a previous article looking at navigational awareness when travelling I mentioned some basic information on the Sun rising in the East and setting...
Often the need for accurate navigation is greatly reduced when travelling compared to solo wilderness excursions; however, it’s not wise to...