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Mexico City Ajusco Climb

Parque Nacional Cumbres del Ajusco protects Cerro Ajusco at 12,894. The highest point in Mexico City, forms an excellent day hike/climb. I recently climbed both Ajusco during a free morning in Mexico City. On a clear day, it offers excellent…

technologyhikerSeptember 11, 2018September 11, 2018 Destinations - International, Lightweight Backpacking & Mountaineering

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Elk, Coyotes, & Owls at Tomales Point in Point Reyes National Seashore

Tomales Point Trail in Point Reyes National Seashore is the best place to watch land based wildlife in the Bay Area. The Tule Elk Preserve protects 300+ elk. Bring your telephoto lense and binoculars as the grasslands make it easier…

technologyhikerJune 1, 2018August 9, 2018 Destinations - California (outside Bay Area), Hiking with Kids & Cub Scouts, Technology Hiker Favorites

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Recommended Gear for Kids on a Cub Scout Backpacking Trip (part 2)

In June I’m leading a backpacking trip for my local Bay Area Cub Scout Pack. Here’s a three part article focused on making a beginner backpacking trip with kids a success. The articles share lessons from backpacking with my boys…

technologyhikerMay 23, 2018February 28, 2020 Hiking with Kids & Cub Scouts

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5 Tips for Planning a Beginner Backpacking Trip with Cub Scouts (part 1)

In June I’m leading a backpacking trip for my local Bay Area Cub Scout Pack. Here’s a three part post on making a beginner backpacking trip with kids a success. The articles share lessons from backpacking with my boys across…

technologyhikerMay 23, 2018February 28, 2020 Hiking with Kids & Cub Scouts

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Best Bay Area Climbs, Hikes & Summits

The best Bay Area climbs offer views of the San Francisco Bay, Pacific Ocean, or both. The elevation gains of the following trails are more than Everest Camp 1 to the Mount Everest summit. Several summits also cross the Bay…

technologyhikerMarch 15, 2018March 17, 2018 Destinations - Bay Area

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Flattop Mountain Hike in Rocky Mountain National Park

Flattop Mountain is an excellent introduction to Rocky Mountain National Park. The 8.8 mile out and back trail passes a bit of everything including alpine lakes, forest, treeline, and tundra. The trail starts at the Bear Lake Trailhead at 9475…

technologyhikerMarch 14, 2018March 19, 2018 Destinations - US (outside CA), Lightweight Backpacking & Mountaineering

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Six Best Bay Area Migration Wildlife Hikes

The Bay Area in winter is a magnet for migrating birds, whales, seals, and ladybugs. Winter foliage & colder temperatures make it easier to spot year round residents. CA State Parks, East Bay Regional Parks, City of Palo Alto Parks, POST,…

technologyhikerFebruary 27, 2018October 24, 2018 Destinations - Bay Area, Technology Hiker Favorites

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3 International High Altitude Climbing Tips

Early in February, I climbed above 5000m on Izta near Mexico City. Here’s some tips I learned the hard way from my Mexico trip and recent adventures in China, Japan, & Netherlands. 1) Carry exact change for bathroom access Staying…

technologyhikerFebruary 25, 2018March 17, 2018 Destinations - International, Outdoor Feature

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State of the Business: Technology Hiker LLC

Technology Hiker continues to grow & expand across all platforms. Technology Hiker focuses on lightweight backpacking, trail running, mountaineering, outdoor thoughts, & gear reviews from a Bay Area perspective. www.technologyhiker.com readers grow. https://www.instagram.com/technologyhiker/ has over 3000 followers with 55,000+ interactions…

technologyhikerFebruary 13, 2018February 13, 2018 Outdoor Feature

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#Tokyosnow Photo Essay on Woolx Journal

I recently visited Tokyo for a worktrip. During my stay, Tokyo had its biggest snow in over four years and coldest temperatures in over 40 years. Enjoy my photo essay of Tokyo Snow (drift) featured on the Woolx Journal. The…

technologyhikerFebruary 6, 2018March 19, 2018 Destinations - International, Outdoor Feature, Technology Hiker Favorites

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