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A Happy Dog at Happy Isles

Bark Ranger Owen Parker and crew trek to Yosemite National Park for a magical winter visit.

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Hiking the Angeles: Mt. Wilson Trail to First Water and Orchard Camp

The San Gabriel Mountains has miles of hiking trails, with many opportunities for adventures. The Mt. Wilson Trail has several points of interest that make for fun stops up to Mt. Wilson or as hikes on their own.

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Bailey Canyon Nature Trails

Owen Parker had fun exploring Bailey Canyon in Sierra Madre, California.

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Chino Hills State Park

At the end of the spring wildflower season, Owen and I explored some of the spots in the rolling hills of Chino Chills State Park.

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Hidden Views in Madera County

After earning his BARK Ranger tag at Yosemite National Park, Owen goes camping at Hidden View Campground at Hensley Lake.