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  1. Southern CA

    Super Blood Wolf Moon!

    SoCal's real star power ... is up in the sky! This year is going to be a bonanza of celestial events, starting with the super blood wolf moon on January 20. Also coming: 4 more eclipses, 3 supermoons, 1 blue moon, multiple meteor showers and … you get it! So mark your calendar and make some plans: Here are three great ways to celebrate the wonders of space, stars, the moon, and planets.

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  2. Southern CA

    Oh Snow You Didn't!

    Mother Nature has not been stingy with snow this new year! Indeed the ski slopes are calling, but there are plenty of other fun ways to enjoy winter destinations like Baldy, Mammoth, and Big Bear. From snowshoeing to tubing to cross-country gliding, here's some ways to get outdoors and explore. Oh the places you'll snow!

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  3. Northern CA

    Here We Snow!

    Snow doubt about it, Tahoe is going to have an active winter season! But it's not all about the downhill skiing. Snowshoeing, sledding, and cross-country gliding are also fun ways to explore the region and see Big Blue! Here are a few ideas to get you snowing.

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    Mini Guide to Reno Tahoe’s Lodging and Dining

    So, you’re going to Reno Tahoe for some time in nature, and some time in nurture? Excellent choice. The fun and wonder of Reno Tahoe is the easy part.

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  5. Northern CA

    Nice View!

    Out with the old, in with the new year. Gaining a fresh perspective (and a nice view!) is as easy as visiting the coast, hiking the East Bay hills, or checking out a newly imagined museum set among redwoods. 2019 is already looking good!

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  6. Southern CA

    Roll In The New Year

    Great air, awesome views, cool temps—conditions are perfect for jump-starting 2019 with bike rides. Choose from a scenic stretch along the San Gabriel River, an easy ramble in Riverside, or tackling the legendary PV Donut Loop. Roll call!

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  7. Northern CA

    2018's Top 10 Adventures in Northern California

    New year's resolution: get outdoors more! Sounds good to us. We've rounded up some favorite adventures from 2018. Whether you check off one of these adventures or all ten, it's a great way to start the new year. Happy 2019!

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  8. Southern CA

    2018's Top 10 Adventures in SoCal

    Who says LA's all about the stars? You reach for way more than the stars by heading outdoors. From mountain peaks and canyon scrambles, to soaking your bones in rivers and hot springs, these are the Top 10 Outdoor Adventures from 2018. Here's to more outdoors in 2019!

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  9. Northern CA

    Ho Ho Hike!

    Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! In between eggnogs and cheery talk about politics, do something everyone can agree is a good thing: hike! Ho ho out you go.

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  10. Southern CA

    Ho Ho Outside You'll Go!

    Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! After some cheers and beers, or in between both, head out on an adventure the whole gang can enjoy. From hot springs to a hellhole you'll actually love, here are a bunch of good ways to explore outdoors this season.

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  11. Northern CA

    Holiday Hikes and Rides!

    Ho ho, happy holidays. Keep things merry and bright this season with an urban wine pedal, a mistletoe hike, and a hike or bike among chestnuts and pines. Deck the trails!

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  12. Southern CA

    Bright Lights and Holiday Hikes

    Whatever the holiday season means to you, we’ve got you covered. Time to hike in the brisk and piney mountain air? Gotcha. Take a hayride and meet the Clauses? Why not? Ogle the amazingest holiday lights in the whole dang country? Read on, Prancer!

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  13. Northern CA

    Un-Wined in Anderson Valley

    Anderson Valley has become a go-to destination for outstanding wines in a charmed yet down-to-earth setting. The rolling vineyards glow in winter’s low-sitting sun, there's a state park with ancient redwoods, and the wineries see fewer folks this time of year: that's more pinot pours for you! Here's an Anderson Valley winter escape plan. Cheers!

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  14. Southern CA

    Craft Hikes and Mountain Brews

    That recent chill in the air is sending us a message: Get out and hike! Get up high! Feel inspired by awesome, wintry-clear views. And then—be thirsty, friends! Hoist a tankard at some of LA’s best microbreweries, each just a short jaunt from your trailhead.

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    2025-02-26

    Mini Guide to Reno Tahoe’s Lodging and Dining

    So, you’re going to Reno Tahoe for some time in nature, and some time in nurture? Excellent choice. The fun and wonder of Reno Tahoe is the easy part.

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  16. Northern CA

    Rain or Shine Outdoors

    Hooray for rain! The fires are out, the air is clear, and you can still get outdoors to explore. From a waterfall to a San Francisco hike through a mystic forest, and a shortened version of a classic on Mount Tam, here are three great ways to get outside ... rain or shine.

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  17. Southern CA

    Rain Or Shine LA

    We're getting some much needed moisture! Rain or shine, you can still step outside and enjoy good scenery. Here are three ways to stretch your legs outdoors while sticking close to shelters. H2O what a relief!

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  18. Northern CA

    After the Feast

    November hasn't been easy. Thank you to the heroic firefighters, first responders, and volunteers who have been giving tirelessly and selflessly to those in need. As the saying goes, "The Love in the Air is Thicker Than the Smoke." Here are a few easy outings for spending time with family and friends over Thanksgiving.

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  19. Southern CA

    Thanksgiving Wanders

    November hasn't been easy. But we are #CaliforniaStrong. Immense gratitude to the heroic firefighters, first responders, and volunteers who have been giving tirelessly and selflessly to those in need. Here are a few ideas for spending time with friends and family over Thanksgiving.

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  20. Southern CA

    Hikes to Clear Your Mind

    Our thoughts are with everybody affected by wildfires across California. It's not easy right now. While these meditative hikes may not clear the air, they may help clear your mind. "The Love in the Air Is Thicker Than the Smoke."

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  21. Northern CA

    Comfort Hikes

    We're thinking about all of the people affected by the wildfires across the state. While these easy hikes may not clear the air, hopefully they can help to clear your mind. We are #CaliforniaStrong.

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  22. Southern CA

    Down by the River

    We make the most of our rivers here in SoCal. Even if they’re not quite long and mighty, exploring their footpaths and bike trails leads to sights that may be artsy, gritty, or just plain pretty. Discoveries guaranteed!

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  1. Golden Mile

    Dubbed the Golden Mile, this car-free stretch of road in Golden Gate Park features rotating art installations of murals, sculptures, and abundant bright yellow Adirondack chairs for kicking back to relax.

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  2. Tamtastic Sunset

    Sure, the East Peak of Mount Tam is absolutely spectacular at sunset, but some magic-hour enthusiasts are onto a fresh perspective in getting a little more personal space for their panoramic viewings.

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  3. Napa's Art of the Matter

    Downtown Napa uncorks more than just excellent wine. Art has firmly established itself along the walkways and parkways in the area, punctuated by an annual ArtWalk (year-round) and a temporary Lighted Art Festival.

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  4. Hike Artdoors

    Add a little color to your new year. This 3-mile loop through the Montalvo Arts Center mixes the beauty of the natural world with local artists’ creations.

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  1. Animal Encounters

    Located where Redding’s famous Sundial Bridge overlooks the Sacramento River, Turtle Bay Exploration Park is 300 acres of gardens, a museum and playground, aquarium, and unforgettable up-close animal encounters!

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    Trio of Trails

    Get into Joshua Tree National Park Park early and hit the classic circuit of short trails before the crowds arrive. We also have some food and overnight recos.

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  3. White Tank Campground for Stargazing

    Heaven for star buffs: the best campground in Joshua Tree National Park for night-sky viewing, in a place named an International Dark Sky Park, with a full-on observatory just minutes away! White Tank Campground is at 3,800 feet in the eastern part of the park.

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  4. Murray Up!

    Palm Springs’ highest summit, Murray Hill, is unfairly named. It’s not a hill: It’s a pyramid-shaped peak poking into the sky above the Coachella Valley. And it’s a demanding 2,200

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