Hiking "The Slot" in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park was probably one of my favorite nature walks of all time. I say that because it's not a very strenuous hike, more like an adventurous walk through a nature park. Walking through this siltstone canyon makes it feel like you're walking in a scene of Star Wars … Continue reading Photo Report: The Slot hike in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park
Stuck in the sand: 2wd off-road truck experience
Looking back on my recent trip to the desert and how we got stuck in the sand, I'm reluctant to blame the truck and the fact that it's a 2wd. We could have also gotten stuck in the deep sand with a 4x4. Taking a 2wd off-road is always a risk, but it's how you … Continue reading Stuck in the sand: 2wd off-road truck experience
Maxsa Traction Boards Review: Stuck in sand and successful recovery story
When going offroad I always say the three most important things you can bring is an air compressor, shovel, and traction boards. I recently got myself into a pickle -- deep sand about 100 yards off the main road and was able to try these recovery tools in a real world scenario. This experience is … Continue reading Maxsa Traction Boards Review: Stuck in sand and successful recovery story
Camping photos from the flower superbloom at Anza Borrego – 2019
My brother made a quick trip out to Anza Borrego, CA this past week to get a glimpse of the wildflower superbloom and do some dispersed camping. Being late spring after huge rains, it was bound to be an extremely busy weekend out there. Instead of staying near the crowds around Borrego Springs, he followed … Continue reading Camping photos from the flower superbloom at Anza Borrego – 2019
Camping breakfast tips — prepare your eggs beforehand!
Cooking breakfast while camping can be a challenge. But if you simplify things you can make an easy camping breakfast that also tastes delicious!
