What: a hike from home to the Pacific Coast and back. Where: Santa Cruz Mountains, California. When: June 19-23, 2020 (5 days). Distance: about 100 miles.
What: autumn trail hike across the Sierra Nevada. Where: from Reno Nevada to Auburn California. When: Oct 8-17, 2019 (just over 9 days). Distance: about 150 miles.
One great city. 600 outdoor public stairways. 130 miles in twelve sequential routes. This is the most creative, surprising, and flat-out fun trip we have ever taken.
What: Trail hiking through the Santa Cruz Mountains. Where: Palo Alto to Santa Cruz, California. When: Nov 24-26, 2010 (3 days). Distance: about 65 miles.