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Uncle Leo

Sacramento

We are a family of six who enjoy exploring Northern California.

Interests: Camping, hiking, biking, photography, mud, sand, sunflower seeds and swimming.

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Pantoll Campgrounds, Marin County

Well hello fellow Adventurers. I want to share another one of our family adventures. On this trip we re-visited Mt Tamalpais, Stinson Beach and took some time to enjoy Muir Woods as a family. We also took some time to cruise around some bunkers in the Marin Headlands and take... Continue reading

Posted Apr 26, 2017 at Northern California Family Adventures

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Abandoned Train Tunnels Near Donner Lake

We're baaaaaack. I've finally taken the time to post another adventure. This one is easily accessible and can be done in a day. During the day I often search online like everyone else looking for new and adventurous things to do with the family. Well, it all started when I... Continue reading

Posted Sep 15, 2016 at Northern California Family Adventures

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Castle Crags Multi Day Adventure

Another one of our adventures was up in beautiful Siskiyou County. On this multi day trip we conquered crags, swam like polar bears in ice cold waterfalls, hiked to some hot spring/mud pits, journeyed through a lava tube and enjoyed many culinary delights. Our first stop was Castle Crags State... Continue reading

Posted Oct 18, 2015 at Northern California Family Adventures

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Golden Gate Recreational Area Day Trip

I've finnally found some time to share another adventure, our day trip to the Golden Gate Recreation Area on the San Francisco side. On this day trip we visited the Sutro Bath House Ruins at Lands End, Fort Winfield Scott, Battey Boutelle and Fort Point National Historic Site. Our first... Continue reading

Posted Jul 20, 2014 at Northern California Family Adventures

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Confluence to Cool

Doggies first hike! Our newest member to the family has been officially initiated to the camping/hiking lifestyle. His first hike was the Western State Trail from the confluence to Cool. Our little Muddy-Poo aka (Malti-Poo) will most definitely sleep well tonight. This hike is a little over 3 miles one... Continue reading

Posted Jan 27, 2013 at Northern California Family Adventures

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From our family to yours, we wish you Holiday Cheer and Blessings in Abundance! Wow has time flown by. It's been a while since we've posted. We've been super busy with new careers and normal every day life. We will make an effort during the break here to share a... Continue reading

Posted Dec 24, 2012 at Northern California Family Adventures

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CA State Parks Closure Mini Documentary-The Fight for Parks

When you get a break in your day check this out, I came across this today. Ca State Parks Closure Mini Documentary Continue reading

Posted May 7, 2012 at Northern California Family Adventures

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New Brighton Beach State Park, Capitola

Hello fellow Adventurers! It's been a while since we posted a new adventure and it feels good to be back in the swing of things. We've been sitting on this trip since the middle of October. On this trip Camping Girl and I hit the coast around Santa Cruz, just... Continue reading

Posted Jan 19, 2012 at Northern California Family Adventures

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Merry Christmas

Happy Holidays everyone! Enjoy the holidays with family and friends, share the love and make some great memories. Take as many pictures as possible and whatever you do leave Santa some cookies and milk. Merry X-Mas, Uncle Leo, Camping Girl and the crew Continue reading

Posted Dec 24, 2011 at Northern California Family Adventures

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Independence Trail, Nevada County

I love this time of year! All the fall colors and the smell of wood stoves and fireplaces. Ahhhh the joy of it all. A couple of weeks back Camping Girl and I did our normal routine of scouting out a new locale before bringing the kids. Two weeks later... Continue reading

Posted Dec 4, 2011 at Northern California Family Adventures

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Happy Thanksgiving!

Hello everyone, I'm taking a brief moment today to type a few words about Thanksgiving and the importance of family. I'm thankful for my family, it's not a perfect one and thats what makes is special. Lets be honest without our families where would we be. The people that make... Continue reading

Posted Nov 23, 2011 at Northern California Family Adventures

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Horsetail Falls, Eldorado National Forest

Hey there fellow adventurers how's the daily grind? Me too. Well I have a special place for you and everyone else in the family to give you a change of scenery. The place I'm talking about is Horsetail Falls in the Eldorado National Forest. The hike to the falls starts... Continue reading

Posted Nov 20, 2011 at Northern California Family Adventures

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Holiday Shopping

Hello fellow Adventurers. It's that time of the year again, the time for holiday shopping. I'm sure any of you who read our blog are familiar with our affiliates on the right side of our site. When looking for gifts this season for your loved ones please take some time... Continue reading

Posted Nov 9, 2011 at Northern California Family Adventures

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Sugar Pine Reservoir, Foresthill

Well, it's that time of year once again. The time for what you ask? It's the time of the year when the campgrounds that are affected by snow close for the season. Last year we went to Mt. Lassen around the same time in October just before the campgrounds shutdown.... Continue reading

Posted Nov 5, 2011 at Northern California Family Adventures

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Motorola Talkabout Two-Way Radios MC220R

Hello fellow family adventurers! Today I would like to share and review the Motorola Talkabout Two-Way Radios we received as gifts this year. I would have to say as a family that has a very active outdoor lifestyle, tools such as these make family time more enjoyable. I would like... Continue reading

Posted Oct 24, 2011 at Northern California Family Adventures

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Malakoff Diggins, Article in the Sacramento Bee

Here is a link to a great article on Malakoff Diggins in the Sacramento Bee. Lucy D'Mot is also the creator of stateparkclosurestrip.blogspot.com. http://www.sacbee.com/2011/10/09/3966396/the-lessons-of-malakoff-digginswhen.html#storylink=misearch You can reach Malakoff Diggins via Edwards Crossing. In the search bar put Edwards Crossing or in Catagories click on Creeks, Rivers. Continue reading

Posted Oct 9, 2011 at Northern California Family Adventures

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Codfish Falls, Weimar

We went to a new spot on the American River, Codfish Falls. We have heard from several different people that we should consider taking a day trip and check out this location when we get a chance. Camping Girl has mentioned a couple of times that we should go here,... Continue reading

Posted Oct 6, 2011 at Northern California Family Adventures

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What do you look for when you purchase shoes for your children? What are the main features you look for, is it price, durability, functionality or possibly how the company stands behind their product? For me it's all the above. I have four kids varying from the ages of 6yrs... Continue reading

Posted Sep 22, 2011 at Northern California Family Adventures

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Mt.Tamalpais to Muir Woods to Stinson Beach

Saturday night Labor Day weekend Camping Girl and I decided to go to the Marin Headlands for the day on Sunday since we were dog sitting on Saturday and Camping Girl had to work on Monday. The Marin Headlands has been one of my favorite stomping grounds for years. What... Continue reading

Posted Sep 9, 2011 at Northern California Family Adventures

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Camping Checklist

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Posted Sep 3, 2011 at Northern California Family Adventures

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Snow Camping Checklist

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Posted Sep 3, 2011 at Northern California Family Adventures

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I've been kicking around the idea for doing some snow camping this winter and I means I (Camping Girl doesn't do snow). I cannot say that about the kids though, they at least seem a little interested and only time will tell. During my lifetime I have gone snow camping... Continue reading

Posted Sep 3, 2011 at Northern California Family Adventures

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Blow Out! Part 2

I'm going to share with you my REI experience. To start out, I forgot REI was having one of their big sales which means the store in Roseville was just a little busy. Typically during any sale that's going on their stock is usually limited if you arrive a few... Continue reading

Posted Aug 30, 2011 at Northern California Family Adventures

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While playing Cornhole (A.K.A. Bags) last night I noticed that my Keen H-2's have started to come apart. It seems as if the seams have come apart. : ) This is a first for me, I've had three pairs of Keens in the last 6 years including this pair. I... Continue reading

Posted Aug 27, 2011 at Northern California Family Adventures

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Edwards Crossing, Nevada City

I hope everyone has had an opportunity to spend some quality time with family before school gets back into full swing. That doesn't mean the fun stops, just that school studies come first. We took this last weekend before school and hit up of favorite swim hole. Edwards Crossing has... Continue reading

Posted Aug 25, 2011 at Northern California Family Adventures

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