Say Hi to the Western Sycamore

The Western Sycamore aka the California Sycamore, is said to be native to the sunny state on the US West Coast. Come, meet these natural sculptures >>

Stepping on the Brake for Some Roosevelt Elk

Would you like to see some Roosevelt Elk near the Oregon Coast? They are almost always grazing at this spot by the Umpqua Highway >>

When you have One Day to explore the North Cascades

Copy my North Cascades National Park itinerary to get tipsy from the trip to this part of the Evergreen State where even the lakes color-coordinate with the foliage!

Salesforce Park: A Rooftop Forest In A Concrete Jungle

If I showed you the trail that snakes through the sides of Salesforce Park and showed you the trees and plants that fence it, you wouldn’t even know it wasn’t on ground level!

San Diego’s Moreton Bay Fig Tree: All You Need To Know

The Moreton Bay Fig Tree in Balboa Park is a majestic living landmark that San Diego is proud of. Here’s why it is a tree to see >>

Found: A Biodiverse Hidden Pocket In Niles Neighborhood

Did you know you could see a Cypress Grove thriving in water right here in the Bay Area?
Let me tell you what trail to take. 🙂

Walls of Sierra Wildlife; A Migrating Mural

A look at the Big Horn Sheep and other Sierra Wildlife — a piece of wall art from the Migrating mural series by InkDwell Studios >>

One for the Scenic-Drive-Wishlist: Carson Pass Highway!

The next time you drive down from California’s Lake Tahoe, make sure to take Carson Pass Highway. See why >>

Avenue of the Giants – An unmissable Scenic Route thro’ Redwoods

The Avenue of the Giants is a scenic drive through the iconic Coast Redwoods of Northern California. See why you don’t want to miss this >>

Found in the Sierra Foothills: A Bevy of Quail on a Gate

Monday Mural — Come, see a gate with a bevy of quail on it! This quail gate features both the Mountain Quail and the California Quail.