the slot hike

Photo Report: The Slot hike in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park

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

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

little blair valley

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