Camped, hiked, and got snowed on at Yosemite during the government shutdown. Porcupine Flats campground on Tiogo Pass avoided the crowds in the valley and made for easy access to hike to North Dome and Indian Arch with great views of Half Dome. Short visit to the valley to see the climbers on El Capitan. El Capitan Indian Arch Half Dome Snow in October

Sometimes the weather encourages you to pivot. We planned a hike in Fairyland at Bryce Canyon but heavy rains made it not advisable. We...

Installed Cascadia 4x4 solar panels on the hood. We have a freestanding panel that we use when we are camped for multiple days. But since...