Yosemite National Park Reveals a Secret Surprise
Yosemite National Park is full of must-see locations, and one secret spot that we will remember forever. “The experiences that mean the most to me do not need to be… Read more »
Author Archives: OutdoorZ.Life
2019 Autumn Trail Run
It’s Autumn! Chlorophyll is breaking down which causes leaves to lose their green color and reveal a mix of yellow and orange. Cooler breezes caress leaves still clinging to trees… Read more »
Take a Hike on National Trails Day
Have you ever noticed a tree that had fallen across a trail and was cut away so that hikers could pass by? Volunteers regularly take to the trails after storms… Read more »
Backyard Birds – Cardinals
Our Audobon, squirrel-proof bird feeder is the destination of choice for a variety of birds. The Northern Cardinal is always a favorite. “The male Northern Cardinal is perhaps responsible for… Read more »
Hiking in Spring – Redemption and Waterfalls
One early Saturday morning in spring, my wife looked at me and asked, “Where should we hike today?” We discussed hiking around a local lake that we both enjoy visiting…. Read more »
4 Types of Training on Local Hiking Trails
After my wife and I scheduled a visit to Yosemite and Sequoia National Parks, we agreed that an increase to our weekly hiking mileage was in order to prepare for… Read more »
Bluebirds are back!
Last year we placed six birdhouses around our yard. Two hang from branches, three are on tree trunks, and one bluebird house is on a post in the ground. We… Read more »
You can Complete a 5K!
So, you don’t think of yourself as a runner? Maybe you stopped running years ago. Perhaps you are carrying some extra weight. Maybe you have bad knees. Perhaps…well, you get… Read more »
Snowman Disappearance!
We are now within a week of Spring and the snow is almost gone where we live. Sure, there can still be a snowstorm or two, but it seems appropriate… Read more »
Outdoors Recon: A Sunday Drive and Adventure Planning
Outdoors reconnaissance trips can pave the way for greater accomplishments and more adventures. When our daughters were younger, and the winter weather made getting outdoors more difficult, my wife and… Read more »