American West, Camping, Family, Hiking, National Parks, Travel, Uncategorized, Writing

Old Pinnacles

Even with inclement weather presenting challenges for a President's Day camping trip, Pinnacles National Park offered up some new hiking adventures. In this post, the Cranky Camper highlights the lushness of the Bear Gulch and Rim trails, as well as a new hike along the Old Pinnacles trail.

Europe and the United Kingdom, Family, Opinion, Safety, Travel, Uncategorized, Vacation, Writing

Burgled in Barcelona and Other Lessons Learned

With raw feeling and a touch of humor, the Cranky Camper shares her experiences with being robbed abroad, along with other lessons learned.

American West, Camping, Dessert, Food, Hiking, National Parks, Opinion, Safety, Style, Travel, Uncategorized, Vacation, Writing

Capitol Reef National Park

With fruit trees, pie, stunning canyons, and natural bridges, Capitol Reef National Park is an adventurer's paradise. While it was quieter than Arches or even Canyonlands, this national park was probably my favorite.

California, Dogs, Family, Outdoors, pets, Uncategorized

At the Dog Park

Dog parks can be fun places for pups to let out energy and socialize with other dogs. This post features Owen's adventures at dog parks in Pasadena. South Pasadena, and Eagle Rock.

American West, California, Food, Hiking, Lunch, Outdoors, Travel, Uncategorized, Writing

Hiking the Angeles: Mt. Baldy

The first peak in our 2021 summer hiking season was Mt. San Antonio, affectionately known as Mt. Baldy. This strenuous hike took us to the highest peak in the San Gabriel Mountains and rewarded us with sweeping views of the valley below.