Monthly Archives: January 2012

Los Angeles County, A Day Hiker’s Guide

Posted on January 30, 2012 by admin

by John McKinney Nobody walks in L.A.—because everybody hikes! Longtime LA Times hiking columnist reveals little-known trails along the urban edge and well into the natural world. Wildflowers, waterfalls and wonderful vistas—closer than you think! Los Angeles County, A Day … read more →

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“Take a hike!” A Positive or Negative Suggestion?

Posted on January 23, 2012 by admin

GOP Presidential hopeful Mitt Romney thinks “Take a Hike” is a negative expression. The Trailmaster disagrees. Perhaps politicians should reach out to Hiker-Americans, a huge bloc of voters. read more →

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Cretins Graffiti Canyon Trailheads

Posted on January 10, 2012 by admin

Not content with leaving their spray-painted messes on Santa Barbara’s urban landscape, vandals recently hit the trail read more →

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Stay on the Trail to Good Health

Posted on January 2, 2012 by admin

To counteract the realities of sedentary modern life, there’s no healthier activity than to get on your feet, get out in Nature, and take a hike. read more →

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First Day Hike Program a Hit with Hikers

Posted on January 1, 2012 by admin

Thousands of hikers who made a New Year’s resolution to hike for health and fitness hit the trail in state parks across the nation on January 1, 2012. read more →

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