Pine Mountain Lookout in Mendocino National Forest reopens in April

One of the great opportunities that the United States Forest Service offers in California’s National Forests is the opportunity to rent Fire Lookouts for overnight and multi-day stays. The Fire Lookouts offer some of the greatest views you can hope to get – and you can rent these lookouts for virtually nothing!

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Rainbow Trout Stocked at Crystal Lake

Growing up at the southern tip of Orange County, in Southern California, there really wasn’t much in the way of ‘things to do’ when school wasn’t in session beyond surfing, spending time at the beach and … spending more time at the beach, surfing.  So pretty much every summer my parents would drop me off at the YMCA with a backpack, a sleeping bag, a pat on the head and a “have a good time!” 

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How can I send manuscripts or drafts of my book to publishers without having the fear of my ideas/writing getting stolen?

First and foremost, you DO NOT send an unsolicited manuscript to anyone. All they’ll do is just throw it in the trash; no reputable company accepts unsolicited material.

Second, you DO NOT contact publishing companies. No reputable publishing firm accepts non-vetted material.

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Some of the BEST camp food you’ll ever have is inside this cookbook!!!

The Overland Cook
food on the trail with ovrlndx
by Marco A. Hernandez

For a very long time I have been an avid outdoor enthusiast. Whether it’s hiking, kayaking, or off-roading, I truly enjoy nature, the open air, and the freedom that comes with exploring.

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