Anthony's Audio Journal

In this episode we take a quick day hike up along the John Muir Trail above Purple Lake to visit nearby Virginia Lake   Trip Photos    

In part two of our backpacking adventure near Mammoth Mountain California we pick up where we left off at Duck Pass. In this episode we hike down into Pika Lake for our first nights camp. In the morning we reclimb Duck Pass and head along the legendary John Muir Trail to our next nights destination at Purple Lake Trip Video Duck Pass to Pika Lake Trip Photos

In this episode we begin our four day adventure deep into the John Muir Wilderness near Mammoth Lakes California. Hiking along the Duck Pass Trail from Lake Mary we begin our backpack trip. Trip Photos Trip Video

In this episode I take a solo spring hike to one of the tallest waterfalls in San Diego County.   Trip Video Trip Photos LINKS: Recreation.Gov - Permit Information YELP - Trail Reviews and Photos Modern Hiker - Trip Descriptions and maps USDA Forest Service Information

In this episode Dave, Gerry, Mike and I explore Joshua Tree National Parks interior and visit the Cholla Garden, Arch Rock, Skull Rock, Cap Rock, Keys View, Barker Dam and the Wall St. Mill.    

In part one of a two part episode Dave, Gerry, Mike and I spend a few days in Joshua Tree National Park and camp out at Indian Cove and explore Rattlesnake Canyon.

In this episode Dave, Gerry and I set off on an extreme dayhike to the tallest peak in Southern California. At 11,503 feet San Gorgonio is a tough climb on the Vivian Creek Trail, the shortest and steepest route to the top.

In this episode Lindsey and i take a drive up through Malibu California to the Los Liones Trail and reach the Parker Mesa Overlook, one of the best scenic viewpoints along the California Coastline.

In part two of the clothing layering system I continue my discussion about how to put together a simple system of ase layer bshirts, midlayers and outer layers to keep you warm in the backcountry.  

In this episode I talk about my exciting adventure driving through a rare snowstorm in Southern California and talk about some of the different types, materials and styles of outerwear for your outdoor adventures. 

In this episode I talk a little about sleeping bags, wool blankets, quilts and other ways to stay warm on your overnight outdoor adventure

In this fina chapter of our Big Bear Adventure we pack up camp at the Holcomb Creek Crossing Camp and head north on the P.C.T. toward Deep Creek. Along the way we run into an wise old hiker who gives us some warnings about a rattlesnake, cross the Deep Creek Bridge and meet a pair of hikers as we head towards our final destination at San Bernardino County Fire Station 92 in Lake Arrowhead. Trip Photos Trip Video on YouTube   LINKS: Lake Arrowhead Hiking Big Bear City - wikipedia

In this second part of our adventure in Big Bear we pack up at Little Bear Springs Trail camp and continue North on the Pacific Crest Trail toward Holcomb Creek Crossing Camp. Along the way we hike through dry desert like conditions, meet a jeep caravan and finally get relief after finding water at Holcomb Creek.   Trip Video Trip Photos LINKS: Holcomb Creek 4X4 Trail Youtube Video San Bernardino National Forest  

In part one of our adventure in Big Bear we begin our trip at the Big Bear Discovery Center and hike up the Cougar Crest Trail to the Pacific Crest Trail before heading northbound toward our first nights destination at the Little Bear Springs Trail Camp   Trip Video - Big Bear Day One Trip Photos - Big Bear to Lake Arrowhead LINKS: Big Bear Recreational Activities Pacific Crest Trail Assoc

In this episode Gerry, Jacob, Dave and I take a hike up along Icehouse Canyon in the San Gabriel Mountains of Southern California to visit one of Los Angeles's highest peak. Trip Video: Ontario Peak along Icehouse Canyon Trip Photos: Slideshow on Photobucket LINKS: Ontario Peak on Modern Hiker Backpacker Magazine  Nobody Hike in L.A.   

In this episode I go on an adventure to find the perfect outdoor hat   LINKS: Real Deal Brazil Tarp Hat Akubra - Snowy River Hat David Morgan - Hat Dealer Stormy Kromer Buff USA Headwear O.R. Research - Seattle Sombrero Hats Videos Jeff Daniels takes an RV to Stormy Kromer Factory Story about an Akubra hat Stormy Kromer Testimonial  

In this episode I talk about the many ways to carry water on a day hike or backpack trip. From the Old Bota Bags to the Canteens and all the way to the modern day Nalgene Bottle. I also talk about the old Sierra Cup, the Kuksa and the Kupilska.   LINKS: History of the Military Canteen Kupilka - Modern Version of the Kuksa Adahy - Fine carved Kuksa's and spoons Camelback - Water bottles & Reservoirs Platypus - Watert bottles & Bags. Canteen Shop - Canteen & Cook Kits

LISTEN In this episode I talk about the different types of backpack stoves and their uses. 

In this episode I talk a little about what type of edged tool to use in the wilderness   LINKS: An Axe to Grind - U.S.Forest Service Knives JMHO - From Wilderness Outfitters Mel Gibson's The Patriot Tomahawk Scene

In this episode I talk about what's in my  fire kit and common ways to light a fire in the back country.    LINKS: Bowdrill - Wilderness Outfitters Hand Drill - Pathfinder School Andy Tran - Hand Drill Step by Step