September flashback
From mid September, 2018.
Anderson Flats Trail
The morning after I had visited the Anderson Ranch and hiked along Cache Creek, I returned to the park to explore more of the trails in this beautiful landscape. I wasn’t completely sure where I was going, but I tried to follow the signs toward the ridge, thinking I might find a nice view of Clear Lake or even just […]
Hidden history
In the past I’ve come across quite a few Indian grinding rocks within hiking distance of my house, as well as some a bit farther away; the ones on both sides of the American River near the Lake Natoma Crossing come to mind. But I was really surprised when I recently discovered a couple of holes even closer to where […]
Lakeport anchorage
Salmon Falls Bridge
The “new” Salmon Falls Bridge was constructed in 1953, replacing the 1930s-era bridge now lying under the waters of Folsom Lake.
The little things
Today felt a bit dull, grey, and misty, so I went for a walk along Mississippi Bar and tried to pay attention to some of the small details that make life more interesting.
Feathers
The theme for Cee’s Fun Foto Challenge this week is Feathers.
Amgen Tour of California 2019
I don’t get to stand by the roadside for every Tour of California, but I definitely try! This year, May has been extremely busy with so many things going on that the Big Guy just didn’t have the energy to watch the race other than on television; so I decided I might as well try to go by myself. But […]
UC Davis Arboretum
On my way back from spending three days in Clear Lake last week, I couldn’t resist making a stop at the UC Davis Arboretum. I had never been there before, and it wasn’t too much out of my way; so even though I was tired and looking forward to getting home it wasn’t long before I was parking in a […]