2018 was another outstanding year for exploring the outdoors. Thank you to my family and friends who have supported me. Highlights include: Family Adventures Most of my 2018 adventures involved family. I went kayak camping in Lake Tahoe for the…
Mexico City Ajusco Climb
Parque Nacional Cumbres del Ajusco protects Cerro Ajusco at 12,894. The highest point in Mexico City, forms an excellent day hike/climb. I recently climbed both Ajusco during a free morning in Mexico City. On a clear day, it offers excellent…
Elk, Coyotes, & Owls at Tomales Point in Point Reyes National Seashore
Tomales Point Trail in Point Reyes National Seashore is the best place to watch land based wildlife in the Bay Area. The Tule Elk Preserve protects 300+ elk. Bring your telephoto lense and binoculars as the grasslands make it easier…
Recommended Gear for Kids on a Cub Scout Backpacking Trip (part 2)
In June I’m leading a backpacking trip for my local Bay Area Cub Scout Pack. Here’s a three part article focused on making a beginner backpacking trip with kids a success. The articles share lessons from backpacking with my boys…
5 Tips for Planning a Beginner Backpacking Trip with Cub Scouts (part 1)
In June I’m leading a backpacking trip for my local Bay Area Cub Scout Pack. Here’s a three part post on making a beginner backpacking trip with kids a success. The articles share lessons from backpacking with my boys across…
Best Bay Area Climbs, Hikes & Summits
The best Bay Area climbs offer views of the San Francisco Bay, Pacific Ocean, or both. The elevation gains of the following trails are more than Everest Camp 1 to the Mount Everest summit. Several summits also cross the Bay…
Flattop Mountain Hike in Rocky Mountain National Park
Flattop Mountain is an excellent introduction to Rocky Mountain National Park. The 8.8 mile out and back trail passes a bit of everything including alpine lakes, forest, treeline, and tundra. The trail starts at the Bear Lake Trailhead at 9475…
Six Best Bay Area Migration Wildlife Hikes
The Bay Area in winter is a magnet for migrating birds, whales, seals, and ladybugs. Winter foliage & colder temperatures make it easier to spot year round residents. CA State Parks, East Bay Regional Parks, City of Palo Alto Parks, POST,…
3 International High Altitude Climbing Tips
Early in February, I climbed above 5000m on Izta near Mexico City. Here’s some tips I learned the hard way from my Mexico trip and recent adventures in China, Japan, & Netherlands. 1) Carry exact change for bathroom access Staying…
State of the Business: Technology Hiker LLC
Technology Hiker continues to grow & expand across all platforms. Technology Hiker focuses on lightweight backpacking, trail running, mountaineering, outdoor thoughts, & gear reviews from a Bay Area perspective. www.technologyhiker.com readers grow. https://www.instagram.com/technologyhiker/ has over 3000 followers with 55,000+ interactions…