American West, California, Camping, Family, Hiking, Outdoors, Travel, Uncategorized, Writing

Hiking the Angeles: Millard Canyon

When plans changed due to a brush fire, we were suggested a new hike. We explored Millard Canyon in the Angeles National Forest above Altadena, California. The trail was a short, fun adventure through a green canyon and lead to a lovely waterfall.

Dog, dogs, Family, Hiking, Outdoors, Pets, Travel, Uncategorized

Great Hikes: With Dogs

In this first of a two-part series, the Cranky Camper considers what conditions she looks for when planning a hike with dogs. Also listed here are several dog-friendly hikes in the San Gabriel Mountains.

Family, Halloween, Holidays, Kids, Opinion, Parenting, School, Uncategorized, Writing

How old is too old to go trick-or-treating?

How old is too old for trick-or-treating? While there is not a right or wrong answer, the Cranky Camper opines that the spirit of Halloween fun is more important than the question of numeric age.