Tag Archives: Adventure

The Pine Mountain Punisher: 22 Mile Day Hike

Posted on March 27, 2012 by Jack Elliott

The trail outline of the route taken through the Los Padres National Forest and Sespe Wilderness. “Everywhere is walking distance if you have the time.” —Steven Wright, comedian 22 miles—7000’+ combined elevation gain & loss—sections of ankle to thigh deep … Continue reading →

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Turkeys, Bobcats and the Caves of Castle Rock

Posted on February 16, 2012 by Jack Elliott

Along lower Manzana Creek in the Santa Barbara backcountry, a rib of sandstone known to some as Castle Rock (Jack’s Map) juts into the air along the west end of the wind swept ridge officially dubbed Hurricane Deck. This is … Continue reading →

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Gaviota Peak

Posted on February 14, 2012 by Jack Elliott

I hiked up to Gaviota Peak (Jack’s Map) and back via a circuit route, as noted above by the red dots. I began in Gaviota State Park and, following the Gaviota Peak fire road, entered into the Los Padres National … Continue reading →

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Parcels and Points

Posted on February 11, 2012 by Jack Elliott

Surf and seclusion on the California Central Coast.

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Wednesday’s Surf

Posted on February 10, 2012 by Jack Elliott

Afternoon trim. Midnight surf check. I returned at midnight. The full moon showed bright and the waves were breaking. I surfed. And it was fun. The end. Related Post: Moonlight Surfing

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