Staying warm during the winter months starts with a good base layer. These merino wool base layers are comfortable, lightweight, and excellent at keeping you warm and dry. If you’re still trying to figure…

It’s time to ditch those heavy, clunky hiking boots and opt for something healthier for your feet. These barefoot hiking boots are lightweight with a wide toe box and flexible, zero drop soles.  …

21 practical gifts for surfers that won’t break the bank.  Looking for a gift for your favorite surfer? They’ll likely already have a surfboard and wetsuit, or at least a very specific idea of…

Tips for visiting the San Francisco Maritime National Historic Park and the touring historic ships docked at Hyde Street Pier. Hundreds of vessels dock along the San Francisco Bay, but if you’re walking along…

These camping blankets will do more than just keep you warm – many of them are water-resistant, transform into a pancho, double as a pillow, and pack down small so they’re easy to bring…

Looking for comfortable, casual barefoot sandals for summer? This round-up includes my favorite minimalist sandals for women that feature flexible, zero-drop soles and straps that don’t squish toes! Casual sandals seem like one of…

Hike into the Pismo Beach sand dunes to find untouched sandy hills that stretch for miles. This guide tells you everything you need to know about visiting the Pismo Dunes (aka the Oceano Dunes),…

Elkhorn Slough is an estuary located on the Monterey Bay in Northern California. It’s one of the best places to kayak in the San Francisco Bay Area if you’re looking for calm waters teeming…