Why I Took My Young Kids Backpacking (Despite All Rational Thought)
Why I Took My Young Kids Backpacking (Despite All Rational Thought)
Hikes, Recreation

Hear the story and find some inspiration for your next family adventure.

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Where to Go Birding This Winter
Where to Go Birding This Winter
Wildlife, Hikes, Recreation

It's a great time of year for birdwatching in the Bay Area. Here's where we recommend going to see them.

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Hiking 101: How to Get Started Hiking
Hiking 101: How to Get Started Hiking
Hikes, Recreation

It can be a little intimidating to figure out what you need for a successful hike. Don't worry — we’re here to help.

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Step Back in Time on the Ohlone-Portolá Heritage Trail
Step Back in Time on the Ohlone-Portolá Heritage Trail
Hikes, Recreation

Learn the history and future of one of the Bay Area's oldest regional trails.

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Where to Go Hiking in San Jose’s Coyote Valley
Where to Go Hiking in San Jose’s Coyote Valley
Hikes

If you're looking for a hike near San Jose, you've come to the right place. Here are three favorite nearby in Coyote Valley.

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Nature Activities for Kids (And the Young at Heart)
Nature Activities for Kids (And the Young at Heart)
Wildlife, Hikes, Recreation

Keep the outdoor education going all year by taking your kids to these great Bay Area science and nature centers.

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Short Hikes for Hot Days
Short Hikes for Hot Days
Hikes

Five short hiking trails that are especially great for those blisteringly hot summer days.

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Up with the Sun: South Bay Hikes for Early Risers
Up with the Sun: South Bay Hikes for Early Risers
Hikes

Are you an early bird? A lover of the outdoors who likes to get up early for the sunrise? If so, here are three of our favorite trails in the South Bay.

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Bear Creek Redwoods: The South Bay’s New Redwood Park
Bear Creek Redwoods: The South Bay’s New Redwood Park
Redwoods, Hikes

Just three miles south of Los Gatos lies Bear Creek Redwoods, a spectacular space that is now open for you to explore and enjoy. Find hiking information and the preserve's story here.

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The Cowell-Purisima Trail: A Look Back in Time
The Cowell-Purisima Trail: A Look Back in Time
Hikes

The Cowell-Purisima Trail, just south of Half Moon Bay, is one of our staff's favorite coastal hikes. Here's why.

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