It’s a little chilly for all but the die-hard of the die-hards to be rafting this time of year (although we will take you year round if the South Fork’s calling to your crazy self) but if you’re hankering for a little Sierra Foothill scenery before the 2012 rafting season starts, head to Boeger Winery in [...]

Many of you have probably rafted the South Fork of the American River and wondered about the wildlife that lives on the riverbank and in the canyon.  If you’ve been particularly curious about the feathered creatures, you’ll be interested in a special event hosted by the American River Conservancy at the end of January.  Point [...]

Rumor has it–and by “rumor” I mean online reports and also some “professional snowboarder” that Amy d talked to who read the 2012 Farmer’s Almanac–that a storm in the Sierra is on its way.  We, as are all of you no doubt, are quite excited.  Sometimes it snows early, sometimes it snows late, and there’s a [...]

If your weekend is still open and you’re looking for something fun–and inspiring–to do, don’t forget that the Wild and Scenic Film Festival in Nevada City starts tomorrow, Jan 13th. Films this year run the gamut from explorations of the Congo River, New Environmental Activists, and Biodynamic Farming in Egypt, so there is probably literally [...]

Start the new year out with some inspiration, some beauty, some cold hard facts, and the information you need to make a difference!  The annual Wild and Scenic Film Festival in the lovely Sierra Foothill town of Nevada city is back! The three day festival runs January 13, 14, and 15 and will showcase diverse [...]

California rafters provided the Christmas tree for the Capitol this year!  Well, not really.  But the tree DID come from the Stanislaus Forest, which is verrrrrry close to some of our rivers…………..so we like to think that we somehow had something to do with it.  Probably a bit of vainglory but it is the most [...]

Our annual rafting expedition to Chile’s beautiful Patagonia region is just around the corner.  The “Rio Futaleufu” is a genuinely world-class river.  Challenging rapids, high-volumne water, jaw-dropping scenery………..all that and then you get to come home every night to a wood-fired hot tub, tasy dinners, fabulous local wines, and a comfy bed.  Did I mention [

Yes, it’s hard to imagine now, but after the holidays are over and it’s just you and your resolutions and cloudy skies and rainy days, you are going to be seriously glad you planned ahead and got tickets for the annual Wild and Scenic Film Festival in Nevada City!  This year’s line-up will include pieces [...]

Apparently AO likes zee French (who doesn’t, let’s be honest.  Ok maybe the lactose intolerant and those with celiac disease.  Also teetotallers.  And people afraid of mimes.  Anyway.), because for the second time, I present, AO en France!  And not just en France, but by le Tour Eiffel!  Oh la la! Here  river guide  Britt [...]

Shelli is a lucky girl.  I get to travel for a couple weeks to some new places I have not yet been to.  My adventure will begin in Tampa Florida then onto the Cayman Islands, Belize, Cozumel...

Trails like the El Dorado Trail fascinate me. Hiking gives me a chance to collect my thoughts and peer into the thick understory. And it's a wonderful walk to enjoy with my wife.

Off-road vehicle users continued to vent their anger over a proposal to significantly reduce the number of miles of roads and trails open to motorized recreational activities in the Eldorado National Forest during a Tuesday night meeting in Folsom.

Each summer volunteers from all around the United States spend several weeks free of charge at the Tallac Historic Site. These fortunate folks camp under the towering pine trees, swim in Lake Tahoe and hike the many trails. The only catch is -- they also work without pay.

Ok, so not much more than a week has passed since I went to Texas, and my mom, dad and I went to San Clemente, CA for a 5 day trip.  We left Sunday morning and got there at about 4PM.  The f...

Ok, so not much more than a week has passed since I went to Texas, and my mom, dad and I went to San Clemente, CA for a 5 day trip.  We left Sunday morning and got there at about 4PM.  The f...

Warnin' ya'all, this is gonna be a long one So, my cousin, David, had his birthday earlier this week, and his only real wish for his birthday was to see me.  Problem is, I live in California, and...

Warnin' ya'all, this is gonna be a long one So, my cousin, David, had his birthday earlier this week, and his only real wish for his birthday was to see me.  Problem is, I live in California, and...