https://mparkeradventures.com/blog daily 0.75 2026-02-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526565593423-14U4I6ABF1MUIBRLBGIU/Photo+May+09%2C+9+05+19+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2021/4/2/covid-19-and-adventure-disruption monthly 0.5 2022-10-15 https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2019/6/12/davis-camp-and-ophir-creek-trail-june-2019 monthly 0.5 2019-06-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1560356271778-4GH263HBMGNAJCDZ8VVU/Ophir+Creek+Trail.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Davis Camp and Ophir Creek Trail - June 2019 Don’t Follow This Route! The trail head is the green dot, just outside of Davis Camp. Normally, this trail is and out and back style but there appeared to be a loop option and we decided on that. NOPE…not a real defined trail at all from Price Lake back to the main trail! You can see some back and forth on the GPS recording as we struggled to find the trail that would link back near the junction. We were at about 2,300 feet when we decided to take the “trail” and most was scrambling down the mountain and looking for a broken and overgrown trail. One of our primary concerns once we had gone too far to turn back was the possibility of having to cross a water way. Of course, we had too so after about 10 minutes of searching, we found a more narrow part of the rapids and just went for for it. Heather went full in shoes and all but I had an injury on the back left heel of my foot so I decided not to have wet boots after the crossing and went barefoot. Glad I did. I hate wet boots! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1560356797175-X2367BVC08IKVURV1BSS/IMG_6957.JPG the blog of Michael S. Parker - Davis Camp and Ophir Creek Trail - June 2019 The Beauty of Nevada Driving towards Davis Camp and enjoying the view of Mt Rose Ski Resort on the way. The camp is behind the south face of the hill has it’s own awesome trails. We do plan on hiking Mt Rose soon, once the snow melt allows for safer passage. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1560356838297-KMGGYF1S2GRZURNF8NQZ/IMG_6961.JPG the blog of Michael S. Parker - Davis Camp and Ophir Creek Trail - June 2019 Money At Steak Purchased this corn-hole set for our camping trips that would accommodate the game and not be disruptive to others and this spot is perfect for it. We played 3 games and the first person to sink 6 bags into to hole wins. We bet a filet mignon dinner on game 1, in which Heather destroyed me. Game 2 was for a bottle of red win valued at $45 and game 3 was for a bottle of Veuve Clicquot . I won both games 2 and 3 so Heather provided the libations. We had a lovely dinner that Sunday! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1560356890863-6KEBR0PLEKIL4CRG2PN3/IMG_6996.JPG the blog of Michael S. Parker - Davis Camp and Ophir Creek Trail - June 2019 Washoe Lake Here we are at the apex of this trail overlooking Washoe City, which is between Carson City and Reno. The weather was perfect for elevation hikes. Not too hot nor too chilly. Notice my cool new backpack that is a cooler inside. We took up some sandwiches and cold drinks and it worked wonderfully. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1560356928783-8O55V3ENBKT5G0XZCVAS/IMG_7015.JPG the blog of Michael S. Parker - Davis Camp and Ophir Creek Trail - June 2019 Sunday Night Dinner - Post Hike Heather decided on a bottle of Stags Leap cab and of course the Vuve. I bought a pair of 10oz filet mignon and we could barely finish the meal! Totally worth it and we found it is fun to make friendly wagers with each other to our mutual benefit :-) https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/9/17/desolation-wilderness-backpacking-september-2018 monthly 0.5 2018-09-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1537196747425-CN9RU1PIC2A73V3AFCW4/Alltrails+Aloha+Loop.png the blog of Michael S. Parker - Desolation Wilderness Backpacking, September 2018 - Our custom route This 12 mile loop starts at the Fallen Leaf Lake Tamarack Trail Head and intersects with the Pacific Crest Trail. Follow the PCT past Lake Aloha, Heather Lake and Susie Lake. Take the Glen Alpine Trail back to Fallen Leaf. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1537196305198-7BQGRHR9ST3WG8P09H0L/Photo+Sep+14%2C+10+15+47+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Desolation Wilderness Backpacking, September 2018 - up and up Normally, we are fine with 45% inclines but with backpacks that can exceed 50lbs, it can be quite a challenge! Here we are at the mid point of the switchbacks. This is not a maintained trail so be careful! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1537196347677-NE7YX2F7EES5GMBD2O9R/Photo+Sep+14%2C+11+46+31+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Desolation Wilderness Backpacking, September 2018 - pacific crest trail Heather and I were pretty surprised to see so many people on this trail. I guess it makes sense considering the popularity of the PCT. Yet it appeared many of them were just day hikers. You can tell who has been on the trail for a while. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1537196280461-TQ5C710YRKO8O4D02TIO/Photo+Sep+14%2C+2+50+00+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Desolation Wilderness Backpacking, September 2018 - exploring Aloha we have set up camp and now checking out the area. We walked an additional 2 miles in exploration and while the area is nice, it is not our favorite spot in Desolation. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1537196256832-Q8V1D2J2373ZEOVRLIQA/Photo+Sep+14%2C+5+27+11+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Desolation Wilderness Backpacking, September 2018 - sundog Heather used her polarized sunglasses as a lens to capture this cool sundog. It hung around for quite some time and I am glad she got a picture. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1537196382071-NTNNC0N245D9EHN7K5TO/Photo+Sep+15%2C+9+54+14+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Desolation Wilderness Backpacking, September 2018 - Stormy and cold We always prepare for unexpected weather and good thing! We were besieged by freezing wind and hail for the first hour or so of our hike out. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1537196333289-8ZWZRHWRGNEHUID96Q0B/Photo+Sep+15%2C+6+37+02+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Desolation Wilderness Backpacking, September 2018 - aloha sunrise The beautiful red sure quickly grew dark. There was no rain or foul weather on the forecast but we were prepared. It most certainly was cold and rainy the first part of the hike out! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1537196416697-6I8O6GJJR21ROHCWVBH2/Photo+Sep+15%2C+10+06+19+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Desolation Wilderness Backpacking, September 2018 - heather at heather lake Heather Lake is a typical Desolation water feature with some islands, steep embankments and surrounded by rock sentinels. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1537196432385-3ZN5A7F9NNL41APL6CN3/Photo+Sep+15%2C+10+29+12+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Desolation Wilderness Backpacking, September 2018 - Susie's secret If you follow the only outlet from Susie Lake you will be rewarded with a view of the valley floor southwest of Fallen Leaf Lake. There is not a marked trail and it is very loose rock but if you are careful, its worth the view! https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/9/12/yosemite-september-2018 monthly 0.5 2018-09-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1536776785421-KU1SEL7YNX9JWA3FAEVI/Photo+Sep+06%2C+4+23+28+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, September 2018 - the valley floor We love hanging out on the valley floor in the waterways there. After long hikes, nothing beats a cocktail with your feet in the river! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1536776808476-4I6RHBIU4MT972WGNHG1/Photo+Sep+07%2C+10+17+54+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, September 2018 - crushing switchbacks the trail to Glacier Point is a difficult hike for many people. We really enjoyed the challenge of a gain of 3,200 feet in just a few miles. One thing we especially enjoyed was the sun rises over the valley way on that side so the trail is in the shade all morning. Not the case with the opposite climb of Yosemite Falls! That trail is a furnace in the summer but Glacier Point was perfect. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1536776851025-MQLNFA8HHJ2DAQAVPUEO/Photo+Sep+07%2C+11+04+03+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, September 2018 - out of the switchbacks Now its just up and up to the top! This is the last switchback bend before the trail returns to reasonable. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1536776857802-48C7XXGGNX6GWGRDGC8V/Photo+Sep+07%2C+11+32+18+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, September 2018 - the iconic view Half Dome proudly stands vigil over the valley and Glacier Point views show the domes unique profile. The trail was not too bad and only took us just under 2 1/2 hours. Once we got to the top, it was pretty busy as most people just drive up or take a shuttle. https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/8/23/ice-house-reservoir monthly 0.5 2018-08-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1535048317545-Q108DQK2W6KOWQSUJPFO/Photo+Aug+18%2C+3+49+29+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Ice House Reservoir - best campsite at ice house We had our eye on this campsite (61) for over a year and finally snagged it. Its on the water but secluded. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1535048370959-RDJQDNDFDL4ZSC2NV3G0/Photo+Aug+18%2C+5+30+24+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Ice House Reservoir - heather black & white we got a new Canon camera so we coulde’t help having some fun with it. This is actually a setting in the camera. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1535048398508-OH6TLSL9CAOA8OQTXHIM/Photo+Aug+18%2C+5+33+21+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Ice House Reservoir - michael black & white So heather is sneaky and took this of me walking back to the beach. I look stern but we were having a great time. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1535048275736-MGB0K0EF59NNH7O4C41Y/Photo+Aug+18%2C+4+36+08+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Ice House Reservoir - always colder than she thinks heather cracks me up. She always likes to bring flotation devices and I think perhaps I have gone in the water once (Snow Lake) over the years. She really enjoys it so it makes me happy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1535048471057-ZBSJRXMMOAYC57D79JIQ/Photo+Aug+18%2C+7+28+51+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Ice House Reservoir - our temporary home Heather calls this the mansion tent and we only use it when car camping. Unlike our backpacking tent, this thing is huge and also sets up in 3 minutes. Tons of room. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1535048422675-9YBVW9NJHOFUQIWNJ3II/Photo+Aug+18%2C+6+36+54+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Ice House Reservoir - sunrise from our campsite https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1535048456857-EDQ63ZNI6BXLWTOCW4LI/Photo+Aug+18%2C+7+40+27+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Ice House Reservoir - sunset from the campsite I grabbed the camera for a sunset picture because it looks similar to the sunrise colors and I found that interesting. Notice the lovely moon and boat out for a late stroll. https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/7/16/lowe-velma-lake monthly 0.5 2018-07-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1531754159460-JPMEU2FSJNXTULWHPE68/Photo+Jul+16%2C+8+07+12+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Lower Velma Lake - Awesome switchbacks make for a intense start You hit the inclines hard out of Bay View into the Desolation wilderness. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1531753962887-9YJY20FOCCHQ387CS516/Photo+Jul+14%2C+9+04+41+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Lower Velma Lake - view of desolation off maggies peak A few years ago, Heather and I were up on this peak covered in snow. This time, we enjoyed using the trail! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1531754158363-CNO19VWI79W0SJ13IU6N/Photo+Jul+15%2C+9+08+38+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Lower Velma Lake - A view into the tahoe basin from desolation between the peaks, is the world famous Emerald Bay of South Lake Tahoe. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1531754010659-TDCDWTBG5GDR8UBYOUQD/Photo+Jul+14%2C+10+06+36+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Lower Velma Lake - A pristine marshland in the heart of desolation Desolation gets its name for a reason. It is a tough terrain, large granite slabs and relentless weather. This little marsh-meadow has prevailed and added some greenery to the landscape. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1531753940641-VSZO6GRJ0W9SGDA9DKNF/Photo+Jul+14%2C+1+48+44+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Lower Velma Lake - the view from our campsite I always look for campsites that are elevated, have features nearby and embody the attraction of that particular hike. Lower Velma is fed by a charming lake with some cascading falls and little cliffs. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1531753898553-T6M6R93JBTKVNHA14VIA/Photo+Jul+14%2C+6+44+20+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Lower Velma Lake - not many places to avoid exposure We loved our little camp site but one thing to always keep in mind is total exposure. The sun was basically baking the area all day so out tent was not even habitable until 9PM. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1531754041897-C5VZKZ91PL975MGD4FW1/Photo+Jul+14%2C+11+58+56+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Lower Velma Lake - wilderness serenity at its finest We got the hammock all setup by the stream and enjoyed half the day in that small area. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1531754042477-S0SNT7WPY9NML0US19KE/Photo+Jul+14%2C+12+06+13+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Lower Velma Lake - colder than it looks, so just the feet I forgot my sandals so was basically barefoot all day at camp. My feet were getting pretty chewed up and the cold water was welcome! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1531754112725-GRREIQE5374CUSUNWOY2/Photo+Jul+14%2C+12+49+34+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Lower Velma Lake - why? To be fair, she kind of fell in further than she intended. But she stayed in longer than I would have! She also sat in the river, which I shared in the Vlog. I don’t like being cold and wet but Heather seems not to mind. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1531834653808-MIPO6HFP4JGU78QC14J2/Photo+Jul+15%2C+6+41+43+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Lower Velma Lake - our sunrise over the lake Waking up to this kind of beauty sets the mood fro the next few days! Get out there folks! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1531754112606-BD5YJM6SSVU03C0O7RNU/Photo+Jul+15%2C+7+46+41+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Lower Velma Lake - filter your water We are just taking the morning easy and getting ready to head back out 5.5 miles and through some good inclines. We always stock up on fresh water before and after each destination for safety and comfort. Don’t forget to filter! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1531754154821-MZJFPIYTPAK2SUULFZLS/Photo+Jul+15%2C+8+11+22+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Lower Velma Lake - the lake in the morning Heading out, we decided to hike a little around the lake to find other camping potential in the future and get a better sense of the environment. We concluded that our camp choice was the best. We plan on coming back! https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/7/7/san-diego-idea-world-2018 monthly 0.5 2018-07-07 https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/6/19/tahoe-desolation-backpacking-june-2018 monthly 0.5 2018-06-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1529413614716-XV97AQ755VM1ECLMKD3E/Photo+Jun+14%2C+3+20+13+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Tahoe & Desolation Backpacking, June 2018 - A private beach on the shore of south lake tahoe One benefit to staying at the Hotel Beckett, is the complementary private beach access. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1529413619043-USX6JMNYE66VM0LRM5NP/Photo+Jun+15%2C+3+05+47+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Tahoe & Desolation Backpacking, June 2018 - The stream behind camp 52 We love staying at camp 52, so long as other campers are respectful of space. Usually, they walk right into our camp to try and access the stream and that can be frustrating. There are dozens of entry points that are not right through someone else campground. Geez. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1529413674815-EI6XXT7FF93SW1M2QDL4/Photo+Jun+16%2C+8+08+19+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Tahoe & Desolation Backpacking, June 2018 - The ascent into desolation from bay view From Bay View trail head, we hike the ridge to Cascade Falls and onto Desolation. Permit required and no fire allowed. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1529413660594-Z5F5WE5Z1XBIFJ2LK7A5/Photo+Jun+16%2C+7+53+36+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Tahoe & Desolation Backpacking, June 2018 - Fallen Leaf and Lake Tahoe You get a good sense for the scope of the Tahoe basin from the edge of Cascade Falls. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1529413673007-RGOLFUNHWVWSKFB5KG9D/Photo+Jun+16%2C+8+22+23+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Tahoe & Desolation Backpacking, June 2018 - The ravine to snow lake and desolation Sunscreen always looks so oily and reflective but its better than burns. I was not able to shave and can’t help but notice facial hair is coming in silver now… https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1529413650686-U3XYOQHMVQFL7XSFV79Q/Photo+Jun+16%2C+1+13+04+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Tahoe & Desolation Backpacking, June 2018 - The falls above snow lake This is one of several water systems that feed into Snow Lake. We never hiked up to one before. Found bear poo so there is that. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1529413721347-B8Q9RAUMEG41OJ8RZ7CE/Photo+Jun+16%2C+11+31+34+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Tahoe & Desolation Backpacking, June 2018 - Not our usual camp spot Our regular spot was already occupied when we got to the lake. We love the fact that only 5 permits are granted at a time yet we have never had more than one other camp out here the same time as us. It was so windy we decided to post up near the rock…it did nothing to help the wind. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1529413709806-8U4ZY7618XYGEZBRJFGG/Photo+Jun+16%2C+10+40+38+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Tahoe & Desolation Backpacking, June 2018 - The seclusion of snow lake With towering cliffs and steep rock faces on all but the entry side, this lake is one of the most exclusive. On the flip side, most wildlife (bears) get in and out the same way we do. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1529413634527-STS0FSKAML5WP8KI0XD1/Photo+Jun+16%2C+3+51+05+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Tahoe & Desolation Backpacking, June 2018 - Heather's Photography I Normally, all images on this site are taken by me but Heather got two shots of local flora that were lovely and I decided to add them. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1529413736019-GPDOLNY4T5TMU26HKDAD/Photo+Jun+17%2C+8+30+28+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Tahoe & Desolation Backpacking, June 2018 - Heather's Photography II Another amazing shot from Heather. When you take 25,067 pictures of the same plant, one is bound to be great! lol https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/6/2/san-francisco-may-2017 monthly 0.5 2018-06-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527963033115-I14SJD78AOYQ25SP71SW/Photo+May+26%2C+7+15+11+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - San Francisco, May 2018 - the view, marriott Actually, a great place…we really liked the ahi poke, served on a bed of avocado and wonton chips. Drinks were ok, service pretty solid. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527963045358-USSGWR2UFATQ8SZVXIL0/Photo+May+26%2C+7+16+56+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - San Francisco, May 2018 - the view from "the view" Clearly, the name was not creative but it is accurate. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527963047217-7WO8BRMUG91UJWOM07RM/Photo+May+26%2C+8+56+31+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - San Francisco, May 2018 - bland sushi, get your bland sughi Yikes. It’s not that Ozumo is a bad restaurant, it’s just that is unremarkable. Not only that, the sushi was very plain and they only had 6-7 options for rolls. They seemed to specialize mostly in sashimi and nigiri. Expensive as well. To be clear, the sushi was fresh but it was so flavorless that the price was unjustified and the experience was just blah. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527963066674-P0XKDOJXWQAAPV0EIBII/Photo+May+26%2C+9+19+08+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - San Francisco, May 2018 - the bay bridge lights They remolded the bridge years ago and the landscape of the city has only improved from it. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527963049640-PQ5L7OACKPIOH9Z9LLQ8/Photo+May+27%2C+12+06+39+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - San Francisco, May 2018 - Cliff House in San Francisco Coast We enjoyed our time here. The wait is a bit long but worth the views and service. Food was also very well prepared and we will go back again. I suggest you try this when in SF. https://cliffhouse.com/ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527963052972-RTZNQUBAPW5I1KH52JAQ/Photo+May+27%2C+12+13+53+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - San Francisco, May 2018 - i am not as mean as I look I noticed that I often have a stern expression or “stoic” as Heather says. I try not to have bitch face but I seem to be in deep contemplation in candid photos. https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/5/30/izabella-2018 monthly 0.5 2018-06-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527699010126-ZUIFWY1OLICYT35VBC4B/Photo+May+25%2C+5+10+44+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Izabella, 2018 - Izabella by the bay Heather and I came to see Bella as often as we could and whisk her a way to adventures such as, Bodega Bay, Six Flags and San Francisco. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527698998510-COJ69W8JDWZU3X6O2JP1/Photo+Apr+21%2C+12+55+19+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Izabella, 2018 - Bodega Bay dunes We walked for miles in the sand exploring the coast line and enjoying nature. We also explained “white people food” to Bella at a local diner. Tasteless, bland food. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527698998093-6WCILPMHYNT54YOUK0JO/Photo+Apr+21%2C+4+21+30+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Izabella, 2018 - hanging out on the coast Bella and I sharing some time near the bird sanctuaries watching the para sails. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527699010308-O8GNGEC6BYFEKMAY4PI4/Photo+May+25%2C+5+12+46+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Izabella, 2018 - walking the embarcadero in san francisco The embarcadero is a fun place to visit such as the Exploratorium, Ferry Market and other restaurants. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527699027876-DRLP7S5YQ7O70IS8L0W6/Photo+May+25%2C+6+25+15+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Izabella, 2018 - elic steak house is epic One of Heather and I’s favorite restaurants to visit. Very good martinis with a great view of the Bay Bridge. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527699025961-4WHGA1GW4O8QPFKJJ4JJ/Photo+May+25%2C+7+59+10+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Izabella, 2018 - time to say goodby Bella watching the sun set over the Golden Gate from the Chart House on pier 39 https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/5/30/monterey-may-2018 monthly 0.5 2018-06-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527697463387-MY5ZWCBWL6MN7RI69F9Q/Photo+May+19%2C+8+43+57+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - monterey, may 2018 - McWay Pano Time An 80-foot-tall waterfall on the coast of Big Sur in central California that flows year-round. This spot begs for the best panoramic shots! What you don’t see are all the tourists huddled at the end of this path trying to get the same shot. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527697305711-XDEQ2SUKB34WHR42Y9EO/Photo+May+19%2C+1+22+49+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - monterey, may 2018 - Pelton Wheel The Pelton wheel extracts energy from the impulse of moving water, as opposed to water's dead weight like the traditional overshot water wheel. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527697326992-1TV6K0UYI51BIM6EV7FJ/Photo+May+19%2C+1+23+25+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - monterey, may 2018 - Low-High Tech Sometimes, I find looking back at technological process and wonder how we did it. Sometimes, the old is more impressive than the new. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527697377014-WSIUF23FAW1G6WQT1U2S/Photo+May+19%2C+1+47+51+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - monterey, may 2018 - Strange Roadside Gallery I found this to be a weird place with distorted nude sculptures. It was closed that day but seemed interesting. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527697403088-N99P0PJBIY0S9Z1T8A4A/Photo+May+19%2C+2+00+47+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - monterey, may 2018 - Hawthorne Gallery Heather and I really liked this place. The building alone was art. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527697373028-RY9JFC4OKLG1LTJTUCNV/Photo+May+19%2C+1+55+37+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - monterey, may 2018 - Artistic Waterfall Right when you park at the gallery, this lovely waterfall greets you. Very cool water feature! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527697408328-BDYUTIV21G0782VYDN93/Photo+May+19%2C+2+00+10+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - monterey, may 2018 - Large Metal Art In the back of the gallery, we found many giant metal sculptures that would work in any garden. We wanted them all! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527697434910-8VJZD9EJPXT6JKQCT07P/Photo+May+19%2C+3+07+28+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - monterey, may 2018 - Rocky Point Restaurant We stumbled upon this really awesome restaurant off of Hwy 1, just south of Monterey. Great margaritas with the best view. We didn’t want to leave! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527697421063-LENTCHOV3EWXAF2KE3DM/Photo+May+19%2C+3+17+08+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - monterey, may 2018 - Rocky Point Views Just below the restaurant are some lovely outdoor seating spots perfect for sipping wine and enjoying the coastal view. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527697450632-IF5P8IOG7P11H9JELAXQ/Photo+May+20%2C+11+02+40+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - monterey, may 2018 - Schooners Restaurant A must when visiting Monterey is the restaurant Schooners, located in the Monterey Bay Plaza hotel. Love the clear glass railing made for perfect viewing. Everything we’ve ever ordered off the menu is delicious! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527697464428-2JI0T0DV4IHL9FITIIXG/Photo+May+20%2C+11+08+11+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - monterey, may 2018 - Brunch in Style We happened to get a great spot outside at the end of the deck watching about 10 otters, multiple kayakers and scuba classes having a great time in the bay. Did I mentioned they have excellent brunch beverages! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527697477614-X8QJSRYJH1IFLZLB7RP5/Photo+May+20%2C+11+20+10+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - monterey, may 2018 - Amazing Food Try their cheesy Naan bread with a breakfast scramble. One of the best dishes on their menu. https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/5/29/san-diego-zoo-2018 monthly 0.5 2018-06-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527637286889-Y5GC6OAS2TLB11SKQTQ9/Photo+Mar+25%2C+12+18+58+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - San Diego Zoo, 2018 - San Diego Zoo The San Diego Zoo retains its iconic status as not only the best zoo in the United States, but also as one of the world’s finest zoos. We had to check it out. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527637307102-ID8DZ23L0P4Z7HLMNPJ0/Photo+Mar+25%2C+12+24+23+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - San Diego Zoo, 2018 - We Made It Time to explore! We highly recommend comfy shoes and an Uber ride here so that you can enjoy a few beverages while exploring. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527637238679-JZM9WID55ZL5JG0Y53IE/Photo+Mar+25%2C+1+09+06+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - San Diego Zoo, 2018 - Flamingo Heaven We quickly saw why this zoo is so special: it’s exhibits are large, beautiful and really show off the true nature of the animals. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527637230547-P8HG0I3V8CVK7HJD6SMY/Photo+Mar+25%2C+1+44+40+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - San Diego Zoo, 2018 - Gorillas This was a very popular exhibit. You get to feel very up-close to these primates. The hierarchical nature of the group was very obvious and fascinating to observe. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527637242472-S089SMW4ZL8GWPD9PJ6N/Photo+Mar+25%2C+1+51+01+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - San Diego Zoo, 2018 - Life as a Gorilla These two seemed to have a good time running around after each other. It was great to see they had lots of room to enjoy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527637257364-PR76YS8BWXHG9AHCZYPT/Photo+Mar+25%2C+3+10+16+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - San Diego Zoo, 2018 - Baboons This exhibit was particularly large - making getting a photo nearly impossible. Again, we were impressed since the natural habitat for these animals are found in open savannah, open woodland and the hills across Africa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527637284664-QVNX5Z6KGC4BIB24EAYE/Photo+Mar+25%2C+3+12+04+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - San Diego Zoo, 2018 - Walkways This picture really portrays how the San Diego Zoo allows visitors to view animals while giving them the space they need to enjoy their environments. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527637311514-4978SCJM1F2QMKBO28AR/Photo+Mar+25%2C+12+53+21+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - San Diego Zoo, 2018 - komodo dragon This is the largest living species of lizard found in the Indonesian islands. Very glad to be on the other side of the glass! https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/5/29/monterey-november-2017 monthly 0.5 2018-06-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527636508687-8RUP6RZI8VLZQVOI4CNV/Photo+Nov+10%2C+4+11+10+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Monterey, November 2017 - monterey bay at sunset After settling into our hotel, we stepped outside right on the beach for a walk. Not too crowded and exceptionally beautiful. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527636491371-0RIMVH2JL0WYNRY8WH3Q/Photo+Nov+11%2C+1+27+31+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Monterey, November 2017 - just hanging out at Point Reyes National Seashore This hike is an absolute must. It’s pretty easy but you can make it as hard as you like. So many great spots for photos! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527636563848-XR9OV6QZ8F9HMOIY69Y1/Photo+Nov+11%2C+12+51+06+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Monterey, November 2017 - the bay at point reyes Just one of the many amazing views you can get hiking around Point Reyes. The water and scenery is well captured here. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527636508110-9HFT855D6ZYN1MROCS0G/Photo+Nov+11%2C+9+15+22+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Monterey, November 2017 - monterey bay plaza hotel Had to stop by one of the best hotels right along the strip of Monterey for a photo op. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527636536488-O8X6OQ5UQ898S6IFQLD9/Photo+Nov+11%2C+11+35+31+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Monterey, November 2017 - heather getting her hands even more sticky The tide pools along the coast are perfect for exploring small hermit crabs, sea anemone or other up-close photos of nature. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527636537039-QK7UATLE5A0RILTS01V4/Photo+Nov+11%2C+11+46+58+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Monterey, November 2017 - the lone cypress tree The Long Cypress is an iconic spot along the 17-Mile drive in Pebble Beach. Standing on a granite hillside, it’s possibly 250 years old! https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/5/29/napa-with-fiends-2017 monthly 0.5 2018-06-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527636031102-7KCMAPIS8HN330GN0X8T/Photo+Oct+27%2C+6+59+30+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Napa With Friends, 2017 - college pals Initial meeting was met with a champagne toast to celebrate friends and Margret’s 40th Birthday. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527636069319-169P6CSAB8RGHA5Q6HCY/Photo+Oct+28%2C+11+32+43+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Napa With Friends, 2017 - napa valley Perfect weather, best friends, and great wine. Ready to explore this great strip of Napa. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527636022541-1TG3LWUJEW7K74QZ55EU/Photo+Oct+28%2C+1+54+30+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Napa With Friends, 2017 - hall winery, napa valley No trip to California is complete without a wine tasting at Hall Winery (one of our all time favorites). This is their very interesting and busy tapestry located at the entrance. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527636046156-ZYCZVYENS9RY7GD0ESAR/Photo+Oct+28%2C+2+36+09+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Napa With Friends, 2017 - jerry an i just being silly Proof that Hall Winery will leave you feeling happy! We bought lots of wine and a few of us got into the wine club here. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527636061062-GH94HC53YLLQ66SLCH0I/Photo+Oct+28%2C+4+45+25+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Napa With Friends, 2017 - the fields of sullivan wine Next up, Sullivan winery. Margret had some connections that had us chatting with the owner for a great wine experience. Had to buy more bottles… https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527636075396-XANKCJ1HD6CGNELACYZJ/Photo+Oct+28%2C+11+49+39+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Napa With Friends, 2017 - the little pond on sullivan The estate at Sullivan was vast. Behind the winery was the local residence of the Sullivan family and behind that, an adorable pond and their vinyard. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527636078855-7MK27I85W5CW9ZWZ2TEY/Photo+Oct+28%2C+11+36+47+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Napa With Friends, 2017 - cool barrel display It was Halloween weekend after all, so a few skeletons between the barrels was normal for this weekend. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527636049979-H0QIR2AV68Y1PRPJB8X8/Photo+Oct+28%2C+7+50+07+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Napa With Friends, 2017 - good times, terrible resturant Dinner in the City is always a treat with friends. The only catch: try and figure out what the menu items are. The waitstaff didn’t seem amused in explaining it all to us but it was still fun. https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/5/28/snow-lake-desolation-2017 monthly 0.5 2018-06-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527550264199-WE65GX8VIHBNZ01K3OAK/Photo+Aug+03%2C+12+06+41+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Snow Lake Desolation, 2017 - on the trek to the lake There is no real defined trail so be ready to bushwhack and boulder a little. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527550086399-4DOBKLONPVFRFC4LS3KB/Photo+Aug+03%2C+1+11+24+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Snow Lake Desolation, 2017 - the view as the lake comes up... Every time we come over the ridge to this view, the tension of life leaks away. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527550058374-DTODJNEI15U3IC86X3Y5/Photo+Aug+03%2C+2+34+28+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Snow Lake Desolation, 2017 - we pack in light inflatables Ok, the water was freezing balls. Not at all warm but we got used to it, kind of, and just enjoyed ourselves https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527550088613-3M9QYP9WJQ42AA10J8LO/Photo+Aug+03%2C+2+35+21+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Snow Lake Desolation, 2017 - warm beer makes me sad Yes, Heather, decided beer would be ok in a hike for miles in 90+ degree weather. She…was...wrong. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527550107854-LCRC53KINAR6Q78E3BL0/Photo+Aug+03%2C+2+37+37+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Snow Lake Desolation, 2017 - look at that face Notice, she is trying to keep her piss hot beer cold in the lake? But that face! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527550127947-TR7YL7PXYRRRTGKVO73U/Photo+Aug+03%2C+2+45+58+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Snow Lake Desolation, 2017 - i went back top side to get a view I decided to add some additional sunscreen and had to go back up over the ridge, I was surprised how small she looked floating in the lake. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527550138261-9JJZABD64Q1XDS9Q08UA/Photo+Aug+03%2C+3+19+04+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Snow Lake Desolation, 2017 - standing on a rock in the middle of the lake Last time we were here, these rocks were not submerged but jutting out several feet above the surface creating a fun island. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527550183078-NITEZYC4AU3RU6EUTXI9/Photo+Aug+03%2C+3+23+13+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Snow Lake Desolation, 2017 - not warm...not warm at all Heather and I are actually back-paddling to a snow melt waterfall on the opposite side of the lake. I felt it was colder the closer we got to the run-off. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527550200723-4JCL4ZVH3FEE2B8R3IUR/Photo+Aug+03%2C+3+34+14+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Snow Lake Desolation, 2017 - this place is so special Aannnnd snow melt waterfall. This was only for a photo op because the water was colder over here. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527550198685-PKGZM7O0OOGZXDH5Y9M9/Photo+Aug+03%2C+3+34+52+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Snow Lake Desolation, 2017 - super pals and adventure buddies Cold or not, Heather and I will make it fun and spent some time in this area chatting and enjoying the views. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527550210286-J0OKZZ6YRR7EQ9WFO6PL/Photo+Aug+03%2C+3+35+39+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Snow Lake Desolation, 2017 - i look fat in this photo https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527550232571-NDH2ILBHZWESA65OX479/Photo+Aug+03%2C+3+38+32+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Snow Lake Desolation, 2017 - never a dull moment with her Heather and I choose to be happy. Its not hard because we put ourselves in the best possible position to feel that way. You should too. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527550231739-BE096I9BGNYW337AIDLS/Photo+Aug+03%2C+5+54+55+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Snow Lake Desolation, 2017 - bob II, the marmot Bob I the marmot lives on Island Lake, which was an earlier adventure. We think this is his brother. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527550252764-ESN0WCJ1P51DEFE08B5L/Photo+Aug+03%2C+8+10+38+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Snow Lake Desolation, 2017 - sunset on the lake Sun is setting and we are enjoying the cool breeze and each others company on the vast desolation. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527611380860-6A26V3REZX0T45I8OD2C/Photo+Aug+06%2C+8+37+37+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Snow Lake Desolation, 2017 - I impaled my leg to the bone Typical, I injured myself deep in the Desolation Wilderness and had to hike out. On our way back, I slid down an embankment into the river feet first and a submerged branch impaled my leg. Hurt like crazy but we had the first aid stuffs needed and wrapped it tight and hiked down to Tahoe. https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/5/28/half-dome-july-2017 monthly 0.5 2018-06-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1528247909310-NKCJ0E3480VFV152J7BL/Half+Dome+-+Michael+S+Parker+.png the blog of Michael S. Parker - Half Dome, July 2017 - Half Dome Done In Under 7 Hours Our main motivation was really pizza and margarita…just saying. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527534583898-X337YPNUTWA9TXXLNPU0/Photo+Jul+19%2C+5+32+57+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Half Dome, July 2017 - hanging out at happy isles the day before half dome https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527534581200-2XGG2CDJJWF3EXYV2XZ4/Photo+Jul+19%2C+6+26+29+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Half Dome, July 2017 - we were trekking up river and off trail https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527534668967-B41G1ZA18CWH59HL0SOI/Photo+Jul+20%2C+7+08+50+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Half Dome, July 2017 - vernal falls off the mist trail https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527534652832-AU0VVHEXH8IN8ZWWL5XY/Photo+Jul+20%2C+7+50+35+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Half Dome, July 2017 - base of Nevada falls https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527534626647-J1AQ0M8X1IJX8HVTE42D/Photo+Jul+20%2C+2+03+07+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Half Dome, July 2017 - top of Nevada falls with insane water flow https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527534685515-KTFJZ6NLHMBQU5N2J5EN/Photo+Jul+20%2C+9+50+53+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Half Dome, July 2017 - getting ready to hit the switch backs https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527534713980-2ZXRR1T593BAYL3KWCGD/Photo+Jul+20%2C+10+23+54+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Half Dome, July 2017 - the cables, not that hard https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527534709554-FZAL1YH80K6PZWZYGRXB/Photo+Jul+20%2C+10+48+13+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Half Dome, July 2017 - too bad for the forest fire https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527534748111-8D0Y0WROTY4Y6143UY3D/Photo+Jul+20%2C+10+49+17+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Half Dome, July 2017 - heather about to crown! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527534751786-AL9EQO4VQQ505SNSPA7R/Photo+Jul+20%2C+11+23+42+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Half Dome, July 2017 - we had lunch on the summit and enjoyed the views https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527534783420-UHWYOAEYOV7O61BBWJOP/Photo+Jul+20%2C+11+33+56+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Half Dome, July 2017 - the smoke obscured valley https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527534783074-N4R0AK56HZXRAZJ0XQS8/Photo+Jul+20%2C+11+36+19+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Half Dome, July 2017 - heather was amazing, crushed the time https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527534634554-T49CY26CVPTO4FKJPZLD/Photo+Jul+20%2C+2+10+25+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Half Dome, July 2017 - this was taken after half dome on the John Mur trail https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1528337391993-L95CM3SVC96HRQBVVQGO/Photo+Apr+24%2C+6+59+02+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Half Dome, July 2017 - Earned it. And the Margarita Half Dome Village (formally curry) has the best pizza after a long hike. Well worth it. https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/5/28/island-lake-desolation-2017 monthly 0.5 2018-06-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1528479753711-UOVQ6K1PKMYZD8F6XAWP/Island+Lake.png the blog of Michael S. Parker - Island Lake, Desolation 2017 - a fantastic hike to island lake We have only done the Island Lake trip once and can tell you, it is one of the most scenic hikes we have been on in Desolation. It was really fun and had quite a bit of verity. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1528479748383-F80DLZU07QH6AUCUP8DE/Island+Lakes+Circumnavigation.png the blog of Michael S. Parker - Island Lake, Desolation 2017 - we decided to walk around the whole lake Why not? The hike up was not that difficult for us so we decided to explore around the lake. Totally worth it except for the major sunburn we both got from the snow glare. Lesson learned. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527547778299-BKQDE2I0FN8CZBMHCEO2/Photo+Jul+14%2C+5+14+41+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Island Lake, Desolation 2017 - Heather getting cool at Ice House spending some time at Ice Hose lake before we go back country https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527547767382-6HKFASULF4O83WIP8CAT/Photo+Jul+14%2C+6+17+11+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Island Lake, Desolation 2017 - ice house is actually really warm not at all cold. Summer was hot and the winter was wet so the water levels were high. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527547888156-7JQTCVR8TU7EH1KYVI7T/Photo+Jul+15%2C+9+09+44+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Island Lake, Desolation 2017 - heading up the summit to island lake. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527547807434-TXLLR6X3JNPYWW2AMD40/Photo+Jul+15%2C+1+08+17+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Island Lake, Desolation 2017 - not warm. desolation retains cold https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527547822610-RBI8RYN8RAVTADX5TU9P/Photo+Jul+15%2C+4+23+46+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Island Lake, Desolation 2017 - set up our super light back country tent https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527547978218-X00AWJ9SR0MNB4OYXZOS/Photo+Jul+15%2C+11+47+04+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Island Lake, Desolation 2017 - best campsite we could find. Perfect https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527547863731-GMWLWQFQ6WSOSS6LQ5SS/Photo+Jul+15%2C+5+07+56+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Island Lake, Desolation 2017 - i made a new friend https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527547851406-UQFO5JEXR9KO68JJV3J3/Photo+Jul+15%2C+7+56+28+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Island Lake, Desolation 2017 - a wonderful place for some quite https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527547930891-ATDWQJP4BGOQ627MLK03/Photo+Jul+15%2C+9+58+41+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Island Lake, Desolation 2017 - treading the ice sheets. Step carefully https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527547962088-LLETEC6VN6WZBEWN3EDA/Photo+Jul+15%2C+10+30+47+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Island Lake, Desolation 2017 - the view from our campsite https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527547994873-9KOZ8SN23YW1SIPHDQY4/Photo+Jul+15%2C+12+20+25+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Island Lake, Desolation 2017 - sort of reminded me of alaska https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527547996172-CS2CU4ORAF214UCN384D/Photo+Jul+15%2C+12+38+23+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Island Lake, Desolation 2017 - heather and i decided to navigate around the lake https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527548030632-O86AWGWOMOG4MRDW9W5W/Photo+Jul+15%2C+12+41+00+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Island Lake, Desolation 2017 - soaking in the view https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527548031073-SOPQSMULFXUJ03DW07SI/Photo+Jul+16%2C+7+58+37+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Island Lake, Desolation 2017 - bob, the marmot https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/5/28/losing-my-grandmother monthly 0.5 2018-06-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527533211743-60FXY1XBMC5SYRIGM36X/Photo+May+12%2C+4+22+26+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Losing my grandmother - my lovely grandmother https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527533190445-YTI50C1PJFF44DMB4N3W/Photo+May+12%2C+4+22+36+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Losing my grandmother - i miss her everyday https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/5/28/yosemite-june-2017 monthly 0.5 2018-06-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1528478740962-AYR8N0IBA35SCSZ6WCZJ/Yosemite+Falls.png the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite Falls, 2017 - 3,300+ feet in 90+ degrees This hike is challenging at our pace in normal conditions but add a heat spike and then you are really put to task! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527535082801-ZDA5E00S4BO7XA0S4V6B/Photo+Jun+22%2C+5+12+24+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite Falls, 2017 - Hanging out by the merced river Heather and I love to just walk around the valley floor with a hydroflask of light margarita and soak in the scenery. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527535056140-KPOS0YC993OWOHQVFLB8/Photo+Jun+22%2C+4+57+29+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite Falls, 2017 - on our way to the falls hike Deep are quite common in the valley and are often found in the main meadow west of Curry Village. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527535020603-2JEY70CYV81ZGYX2TPBN/Photo+Jun+22%2C+4+17+56+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite Falls, 2017 - excited to get to the top, not excited about the growing heat The forecast today is in the low 90’s so we have sunscreen, snacks and plenty of water. So we thought… https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527535047416-4PT6QV2GTK5AR11AC1MC/Photo+Jun+22%2C+5+09+06+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite Falls, 2017 - Getting closer and enjoying the water flow We decided to extend the hike distance and time by walking from Curry to the summit and then back. Even if I break a leg, I will not get on one of the overcrowded shuttles. I would rather crawl. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527535005955-BSTLS19VXX3LG2P5X02O/Photo+Jun+22%2C+4+28+14+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite Falls, 2017 - looking back at half dome, our next hike... We have permits for Half Dome next month and are very excited to come back and crush it! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527535144410-LTVM7VDLIE9HSTTXEFZQ/Photo+Jun+23%2C+11+50+01+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite Falls, 2017 - base of the upper falls Well, it was very hot. Look at all that water, too bad we did not bring a filter this time. Decided we will order some of the filter straws when we get home. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527535125074-LESXUEO4C29S0Z2IMXZF/Photo+Jun+23%2C+11+36+25+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite Falls, 2017 - one of the best perspective photos I have taken This is one of my favorites of all the pictures I have managed to snap over the years. It captures two icons of the natural world in one frame. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527535092519-CYLR0TBE087NX2KGCHSJ/Photo+Jun+23%2C+10+30+15+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite Falls, 2017 - finally to the top enjoying our reward we spent quite a bit of time exploring near the top of the falls. After the heat of the hike and decent incline, we felt it worth it to stay a while. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527535120960-HGIJ2DJST235QWGW1US5/Photo+Jun+23%2C+10+40+17+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite Falls, 2017 - the falls in full flow I really struggle to understand how so many people have lost their lives over this waterfall by accident. Why the hell would you get close enough to make that kind of mistake? https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/5/28/james-nikki-squaw-2017 monthly 0.5 2018-05-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527535845258-SJNSHL98HS542M2654M0/Photo+May+10%2C+1+01+02+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - James & Nikki, Squaw 2017 - Getting ready to hit Siberian https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527535844861-QKQKPSKZBA9OK3OLP2FB/Photo+May+10%2C+1+01+38+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - James & Nikki, Squaw 2017 - Nikki running out of energy https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527535854804-1ZOH2PM2041G1BX53EL9/Photo+May+10%2C+1+01+45+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - James & Nikki, Squaw 2017 - heather just being heather https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527535853504-8CXG0P6K3EPSRIGE9NR3/Photo+May+10%2C+1+01+57+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - James & Nikki, Squaw 2017 - James and I ready to hit the black run https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/5/28/wrist-break monthly 0.5 2018-05-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527521130564-ZHJ7ZT1VJCZJM311M7TV/Photo+Feb+05%2C+10+52+39+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Wrist break - bruising and inflammation 3 days after This is a few hours before I got my full cast that restricted arm movement for 8 weeks and cause massive muscle atrophy. It took a year to recover. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527521135310-YLDBXP3GQGK40HFCXEOT/Photo+Nov+30%2C+8+36+32+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Wrist break - me unamused by all of this feeling kind of bleak with my arm immobilized . I can feel the muscle wasting and know the recovery will be frustrating. Getting myself mentally prepared to make a comeback. https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/5/28/yosemite-september-2016 monthly 0.5 2018-06-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527519763170-RATLYUA4OOYT57STRX2F/Photo+Sep+09%2C+4+03+08+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, September 2016 - Hiking the valley floor Heather and I love our long back country hikes but there is also something about just exploring the Yosemite Valley floor… https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527519763533-9PHKL4A6JW9MSMNQIY26/Photo+Sep+09%2C+4+09+19+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, September 2016 - The merced river Water levels are a little lower on this side. Last year was crazy https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527519803529-OCJYYLYGHV76UJ38BUZM/Photo+Sep+09%2C+5+43+36+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, September 2016 - deer population explosion There are always deer around the park but this year they seemed to have a population expansion https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527519773534-MAGUZQV8RQPBXXFEQEBL/Photo+Sep+09%2C+6+54+57+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, September 2016 - ha;f dome at sunset Heather and I have plans to hike that in 2017, we applied for our permits so we hope to go soon! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527519807240-JUJVSBIBC452RIO6PM2D/Photo+Sep+10%2C+4+41+34+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, September 2016 - heather exploring the water life Heather always takes time to fiddle with water critters or inspect plants. I patently wait for her to take 2,800 photos. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527519848851-HV49GQL9Z0CXKKY159BJ/Photo+Sep+10%2C+5+08+31+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, September 2016 - one of my favorite panos https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527519829294-XFIC57T1V9VHB5HA8HUD/Photo+Sep+10%2C+6+05+16+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, September 2016 - more deer https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527519858637-H7NEELFDE2I4BLOHGX38/Photo+Sep+10%2C+8+48+39+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, September 2016 - vernal falls is a little light https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527519876127-VAPQJCI78OO9HHA6MAUL/Photo+Sep+10%2C+9+32+01+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, September 2016 - finishing the nevada falls hike We tried to do this hike in the snow but had to turn back for safety reasons. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527519889883-YG5VEHFL6ZMRTAN7J0QH/Photo+Sep+10%2C+9+51+02+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, September 2016 - a rewarding view at the top of Nevada falls heading towards the John Muir trail https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527519913708-IY8H483YOJUVXAWZHOZ3/Photo+Sep+10%2C+9+55+34+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, September 2016 - the lowest level i have seen the falls https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527519927556-KKCV6DAUXC4BJ4OYDANA/Photo+Sep+10%2C+9+58+44+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, September 2016 - deciding where to hike off too next https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527519945674-0HIWCRGS4EM9GE18I37S/Photo+Sep+10%2C+10+07+31+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, September 2016 - big round rock https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527519946065-QGVLR6F71RGKPRCN53RM/Photo+Sep+10%2C+10+16+52+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, September 2016 - silly https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527519971031-MYLWRY35NO5IZN3JM7QC/Photo+Sep+10%2C+10+21+35+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, September 2016 - cool water plants in vivid green https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527519964845-LXN66UQPEDS9LD7PNKLB/Photo+Sep+10%2C+11+50+13+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, September 2016 - perfect timing on vernal falls https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/5/28/tough-mudder-2016 monthly 0.5 2018-05-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527516046003-WMGBQTQP5ACBU7L36XWG/Photo+Jun+11%2C+12+03+39+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - tough mudder, 2016 - Heathers nemesis - Monkey Hang https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527516049228-2WH6SXANNLAR998W28HH/Photo+Jun+11%2C+12+46+00+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - tough mudder, 2016 - Getting ready to wait in line for an hour https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527516031194-P5UCDDSOKOENEUQKQ8HY/Photo+Jun+11%2C+1+23+48+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - tough mudder, 2016 - we ran into some friends on the course https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527516032447-WZDOTCJ0C4TDQCT8CHLX/Photo+Jun+11%2C+2+13+10+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - tough mudder, 2016 - scientific fact https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527516048541-Z6JY5Y9RNVW95VCPWPHI/Photo+Jun+11%2C+12+09+13+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - tough mudder, 2016 - only 2.0 miles into around 11 miles https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527516037787-469N6IDVMPPLWV5ALRB6/Photo+Jun+11%2C+3+49+18+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - tough mudder, 2016 - near the last obstacle after 4 hours on the course https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527516038095-DQFA9LLF17C683A19680/Photo+Jun+11%2C+3+49+42+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - tough mudder, 2016 - 3x a charm https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527516042379-9GGG606RM0H9Y3QS1FUW/Photo+Jun+11%2C+3+49+58+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - tough mudder, 2016 - this makes 2 for heather https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527516041579-KAY7AYCOR3OIYRLEU5OI/Photo+Jun+11%2C+4+00+02+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - tough mudder, 2016 - at the finish line with our loot https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/5/25/azure-lake-desolation-2016 monthly 0.5 2018-06-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527258672590-B8DSSQRQX2ZL5DL0YUE3/Photo+May+21%2C+9+59+46+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - azure lake desolation, 2016 - emerald bay from the switch back https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527258672592-UGCXDVJWDWDA51ABUC78/Photo+May+21%2C+10+02+16+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - azure lake desolation, 2016 - a clear day but it is brisk https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527258690183-T20LRFE2ENJQUJEQ0DV4/Photo+May+21%2C+11+00+56+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - azure lake desolation, 2016 - we expected snow but not for it TO snow We had to do some hard trekking up Maggies Peak and it was a little slow over ice and snow https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527258692806-RNFMN0CK0IH6T77Q59GK/Photo+May+21%2C+10+55+35+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - azure lake desolation, 2016 - heather leading the way to desolation https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527258643817-2R5PKV3ZZC5Y1Q7OFTAS/Photo+May+21%2C+2+57+57+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - azure lake desolation, 2016 - the views from our camp at Azure https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527258644470-7119TR328ULL8ZZB5B6S/Photo+May+21%2C+1+18+19+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - azure lake desolation, 2016 - One of our favorite little spots https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527258712797-QEQBYTPRH5Q4YVSINKT0/Photo+May+21%2C+11+13+40+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - azure lake desolation, 2016 - storm came in and dumped some snow https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527258701260-DCC14W9RP4CELAV658L2/Photo+May+21%2C+12+44+12+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - azure lake desolation, 2016 - decided to hike out early morning so we could take a different route https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527258736804-P4RF80U75A5RIBSZM6L5/Photo+May+22%2C+8+27+38+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - azure lake desolation, 2016 - animal tracks in the snow https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527258729034-T7F9TXJXPV7WVJ6HEZKZ/Photo+May+22%2C+5+48+11+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - azure lake desolation, 2016 - red sun rises https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527258746804-GEKNOXDCWOX4OIUTYKA4/Photo+May+22%2C+9+10+13+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - azure lake desolation, 2016 - long way back to Tahoe https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/5/25/sequoia-and-kings-canyon-2016 monthly 0.5 2018-06-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527257268550-ZRKVEV10DZST8BY1CTSQ/Photo+Mar+03%2C+3+59+15+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Sequoia and Kings Canyon - the largest tree in the world in background https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527257274721-Q49X4QOV1850UIAMSNGC/Photo+Mar+03%2C+4+02+41+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Sequoia and Kings Canyon - majestic and massive https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527257305680-V8UBWIVPQERKMCRN2AU5/Photo+Mar+03%2C+4+18+32+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Sequoia and Kings Canyon - hiking through the groves https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527257308598-J147JUH99UYI7OOQM85A/Photo+Mar+03%2C+4+31+37+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Sequoia and Kings Canyon - fantastic californian beauty https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527257332150-L2BRJK4122LO3QHZR64G/Photo+Mar+03%2C+4+31+47+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Sequoia and Kings Canyon - heather next to General Sherman https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527257351235-B1TTPHPGPDQ7ZYRLDUFK/Photo+Mar+03%2C+5+03+11+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Sequoia and Kings Canyon - the General grant https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527257366437-M3YHLELZ9NO2SS74IBZU/Photo+Mar+03%2C+5+10+23+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Sequoia and Kings Canyon - the scale of these tress https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527257379545-U0NOIFTC6SH25NJZD1U5/Photo+Mar+03%2C+5+11+38+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Sequoia and Kings Canyon - this is part of a root system https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527257398105-M4T78AFKGS5HXAD9JH0J/Photo+Mar+04%2C+3+11+21+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Sequoia and Kings Canyon - still snow on the trails https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527257410318-8R06BFF90HCQT449R4M5/Photo+Mar+04%2C+3+27+03+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Sequoia and Kings Canyon - this is off the path https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527257431778-I915789EG6ZUEINOZIK7/Photo+Mar+04%2C+3+28+26+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Sequoia and Kings Canyon - look closely https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527257435862-BXQU6JTFJDZIGKKWEN73/Photo+Mar+04%2C+5+05+30+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Sequoia and Kings Canyon - a special treat for heather https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527257464919-7RB4WKGJFJAM20UGGU7O/Photo+Mar+04%2C+12+12+59+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Sequoia and Kings Canyon - the sheer size is awesome https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527257443897-L7JF714JV87Z97GQPIQM/Photo+Mar+04%2C+12+13+24+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Sequoia and Kings Canyon - happy hanging out and exploring https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527257483424-JJWJ606JZ91PIFO6TGT5/Photo+Mar+04%2C+12+18+21+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Sequoia and Kings Canyon - tried to do an upside down pano...it was a no-go https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527257535603-H016DXSS6QKS822AXT3F/Photo+Mar+04%2C+12+36+58+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Sequoia and Kings Canyon - cool root system on a fallen giant https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527257575819-GVS6JMP0QT66VD81UPS2/Photo+Mar+04%2C+12+46+56+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Sequoia and Kings Canyon - the tend to grove together https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527257622469-ZVT8KI5YFQHA3FN4FKMA/Photo+Mar+04%2C+12+48+49+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Sequoia and Kings Canyon - a gnarled root makes a nice seat https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/5/25/matt-grant-2016 monthly 0.5 2018-05-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527256441353-EOH6S5OSAOWRFI5Y5PAA/Photo+Feb+27%2C+1+01+18+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Matt & Grant - in the northstar village https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527256441358-M6S4L5RYEKK6FBN5PMNL/Photo+Feb+28%2C+10+21+07+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Matt & Grant - i am still learning how to do this https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527256448710-MQQZVTQP53WL64WLXPCY/Photo+Feb+28%2C+10+46+07+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Matt & Grant - heather makes it look so easy https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527256445517-NPJB6MEP4X6L30HQ04EZ/Photo+Feb+29%2C+8+35+36+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Matt & Grant - the gang hanging out in the cabin https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/5/24/san-francisco-2016 monthly 0.5 2018-05-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527215305846-IJ2EW8T8832GQPHCD7WS/Photo+Feb+12%2C+3+44+50+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - San Francisco, 2016 - thanks gary and faye! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527215308144-QDQDH53KI4DH26RCA2GZ/Photo+Feb+12%2C+4+07+25+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - San Francisco, 2016 - great views and hot girl https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527215324082-Z9FSO4DAB0A8A1GGFOZE/Photo+Feb+12%2C+4+08+57+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - San Francisco, 2016 - a kitchen even heather appreciates https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527215331393-EDPMYACJHQF0XLEO5DBP/Photo+Feb+12%2C+4+10+50+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - San Francisco, 2016 - from the balcony https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527215347740-DL1UNVEB6WTK4O9AJD6J/Photo+Feb+12%2C+4+52+34+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - San Francisco, 2016 - the pool...no, no we did not. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527215350873-TCOJHBHT8TVAUWYH7BKL/Photo+Feb+12%2C+5+28+58+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - San Francisco, 2016 - i am not really this serious https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527215364007-3RIKTY1BRULXLV2PCLL1/Photo+Feb+13%2C+8+18+11+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - San Francisco, 2016 - ok, bad lighting but outside epic steak https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527215367152-GKKAXDIX23MODGQDQN4C/Photo+Feb+13%2C+12+56+20+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - San Francisco, 2016 - a popular land mark building https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527215378951-ULEMO8GOKTNO6HN84LG2/Photo+Feb+14%2C+6+40+52+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - San Francisco, 2016 - morning, we leave soon :-( https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/5/25/new-years-2016 monthly 0.5 2018-05-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527255717077-GFCYMXC8AHQP9BSO5FNO/Photo+Dec+26%2C+2+13+19+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - New Years, 2016 - We have now stayed here several times https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527255715695-8IVG0O19BJ0D78B08JH9/Photo+Dec+26%2C+2+36+43+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - New Years, 2016 - we love the luxury feel and quite https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527255721993-N0NN9UAACQC3HQVK2GMH/Photo+Dec+26%2C+2+48+45+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - New Years, 2016 - our favorite room at the resort https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527255724351-E35402H528661Q3I82HO/Photo+Dec+26%2C+7+55+34+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - New Years, 2016 - a new year toast https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527255724736-20B0PWHGVAJBFW70RUKB/Photo+Dec+26%2C+9+51+28+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - New Years, 2016 - arden hills is a nice place https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/5/24/sisters-wedding monthly 0.5 2018-05-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527211805498-ZG2KB2HCEH8UZGL9VPU0/Photo+Oct+02%2C+5+15+39+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Sisters wedding - the rehearsal, im behind the camera https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527211802370-ZUWPM7ZR1ZHBHNRDFNJ8/Photo+Oct+03%2C+2+37+13+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Sisters wedding - the Fett man! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527211820908-31J0R42A744G9DN9DNN3/Photo+Oct+03%2C+3+10+19+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Sisters wedding - me and my brothers https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527211819142-7QNT3G90JOZAMUYTDYLL/Photo+Oct+03%2C+3+36+30+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Sisters wedding - mom and sister https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527211826127-HJN537Y8PIGANKFOTBNW/Photo+Oct+03%2C+3+36+49+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Sisters wedding - not a lot of genetic resemblance https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/5/24/phantom-of-the-opera-2015 monthly 0.5 2018-05-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527212468775-MZB0Y4J139JZTTXENM37/Photo+Sep+26%2C+1+34+21+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Phantom of the opera - heather looking stunning as usual https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527212471746-TK721B13K2DSZ9O3ZTW1/Photo+Sep+26%2C+1+56+13+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Phantom of the opera - the PTO playbill https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527212487603-1RKR05U30N2XT3P6U8AS/Photo+Sep+26%2C+3+37+11+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Phantom of the opera - very excited to share this time with her https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527212483724-DQX928NN6KPHCBPI7HKV/Photo+Sep+26%2C+4+55+06+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Phantom of the opera - loose button...ah, that's better https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527212505821-1UL1OTPF0B3NNQUJPQ4R/Photo+Sep+26%2C+5+02+59+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Phantom of the opera - just posing for the sake of it https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527212507343-DKN898T3C14O0248I1Q2/Photo+Sep+26%2C+5+18+31+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Phantom of the opera - gary and faye set us up here as a gift https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527212509902-RP37UX76SV63DJE6GNS8/Photo+Sep+26%2C+5+23+58+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Phantom of the opera - looking toward future adventures https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527212529427-PJUIM66E8MK09L9ZKWK6/Photo+Sep+26%2C+5+26+09+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Phantom of the opera - birthday dinner at epic https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527212528031-U2MNYE93XBC85B6ZGW7P/Photo+Sep+26%2C+5+36+56+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Phantom of the opera - nice restaurant, we recommend it https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527212551273-R64D3T5TF1ZCIP6S6LJ2/Photo+Sep+26%2C+5+45+11+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Phantom of the opera - we love hall wine https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527212543807-BJS36IPXKJLTXNYTQN5A/Photo+Sep+26%2C+6+26+57+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Phantom of the opera - very good food and great service https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527212569069-HACXTRUDLIB8YRP6XY9N/Photo+Sep+26%2C+7+11+08+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Phantom of the opera - happy birthday to me https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527212579576-CVMZE5RRNVBMHQB55U1P/Photo+Sep+26%2C+7+42+52+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Phantom of the opera - my versper https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527212580948-CQJ0ANWXAE3A4KUW9C82/Photo+Sep+30%2C+6+56+14+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Phantom of the opera - delightful https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527212562889-JC0YTLVMWGHZAM521S66/Photo+Sep+26%2C+7+02+46+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Phantom of the opera - artsy https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/5/24/desolation-wilderness-2015 monthly 0.5 2018-05-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527206820411-BMN2W2NH9BDV39EYS33T/Photo+Sep+18%2C+5+04+09+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Desolation Wilderness, 2015 - Bumming in tahoe before we head out https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527206820410-8G5JL5VHP8AG3IFBN9YU/Photo+Sep+18%2C+3+34+55+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Desolation Wilderness, 2015 - planning the route https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527206831579-WEC2EA8REOISJCHZ660F/Photo+Sep+18%2C+5+23+09+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Desolation Wilderness, 2015 - heather owning fallen leaf https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527206844117-ACXDKREUOXYR9T3MI0QZ/Photo+Sep+19%2C+4+37+47+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Desolation Wilderness, 2015 - love our water filter system https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527206866551-T642KU0RURDPDY1L3036/Photo+Sep+19%2C+9+21+10+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Desolation Wilderness, 2015 - hitting the road into delolation https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527206878431-BQSG4R8IOKMDE42QSNUE/Photo+Sep+19%2C+9+29+02+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Desolation Wilderness, 2015 - maggies peak behind heather https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527206881918-6QFJXICUTWW599DR2BUS/Photo+Sep+19%2C+9+45+28+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Desolation Wilderness, 2015 - path? why? https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527206883617-IH513VB49VXYDQSE07Y5/Photo+Sep+19%2C+10+07+51+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Desolation Wilderness, 2015 - some serious incline https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527206928626-NKL1QA57ZAAKMN8CNQGM/Photo+Sep+19%2C+12+12+08+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Desolation Wilderness, 2015 - heather being a monkey https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527206871732-6MSWFRX1CULBVTC8X1ZX/Photo+Sep+19%2C+9+39+17+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Desolation Wilderness, 2015 - coming to our destination https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527206886659-M9UZQWNWNAFUL8P1J7Q9/Photo+Sep+19%2C+11+48+22+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Desolation Wilderness, 2015 - photo ops before setting camp https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527206934130-4SDBW6BITUYVP0RPTFU5/Photo+Sep+19%2C+12+35+37+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Desolation Wilderness, 2015 - the best camp spot in desolation https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527206901373-2APOG1CLNPDBFOT74KOU/Photo+Sep+19%2C+11+53+05+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Desolation Wilderness, 2015 - our secret lake https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527206832341-1W5E39OUMATGLMHSVXC0/Photo+Sep+19%2C+2+15+02+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Desolation Wilderness, 2015 - i am pointing to our tent https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527206913751-G5C9F23UJG1L7B6JQ9XO/Photo+Sep+19%2C+12+02+23+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Desolation Wilderness, 2015 - we love this place https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527206861031-XTY25UUJXDTO2TETQ1QJ/Photo+Sep+19%2C+7+02+39+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Desolation Wilderness, 2015 - a shot the next morning https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527206940820-YM99CXNASPNI55BL7P5G/Photo+Sep+20%2C+8+55+04+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Desolation Wilderness, 2015 - heading back home https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527206844034-MRQKFPD4BWMEAYRXD09V/Photo+Sep+19%2C+2+41+27+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Desolation Wilderness, 2015 - i just thought it looked cool https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527206917501-GDPUX6Q6MPKHH778VL53/Photo+Sep+19%2C+12+11+14+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Desolation Wilderness, 2015 - pano of the lake https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/5/24/lassen-volcanic-national-park-2015 monthly 0.5 2018-05-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527205742851-IVXEC30USYCK1YT80SXD/Photo+Sep+04%2C+1+05+43+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Lassen Volcanic National Park - Happy there is no lava https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527205823213-2FTNBUCES3SJCOAOQ928/Photo+Sep+04%2C+11+48+08+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Lassen Volcanic National Park - setting up camp https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527205742813-FJSY8Q0BT08LQXLNTIWJ/Photo+Sep+04%2C+1+07+28+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Lassen Volcanic National Park - heather at heather lake https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527205752434-Z7CWEW201OLI3J9HZM8N/Photo+Sep+04%2C+1+10+31+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Lassen Volcanic National Park - california is diverse in landscape https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527205764285-0RITMRR33T0VD3Y4S903/Photo+Sep+04%2C+1+36+00+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Lassen Volcanic National Park - watch your step! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527205754689-PG7XMRAKPLVAC6AVFIVS/Photo+Sep+04%2C+1+25+02+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Lassen Volcanic National Park - this place stinks...literally https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527205763768-1RIBFEE1F4PAJ4TR6C77/Photo+Sep+04%2C+1+31+38+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Lassen Volcanic National Park - love the contrasting colors, blue and sand https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527205775038-BXQRSZFJFQ51ST3G9KXR/Photo+Sep+04%2C+1+37+24+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Lassen Volcanic National Park - sulphur and nociouse gas https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527205781010-5H9PYWBBBNGU5QVS2JT6/Photo+Sep+04%2C+1+45+56+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Lassen Volcanic National Park - the valley is even hot https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527205803647-A39LFYQ9WPDME1NJYEYH/Photo+Sep+04%2C+3+24+39+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Lassen Volcanic National Park - amazing yet dangerous https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527205786976-79MBJMFZO074AUXSME9T/Photo+Sep+04%2C+1+55+43+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Lassen Volcanic National Park - looking toward the east https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527205787671-UK6XOJKCBW5D2NI92ON5/Photo+Sep+04%2C+2+11+47+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Lassen Volcanic National Park - hair is starting to become glorious https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527205803977-NJGHYW9KAYW8WCB3T6BT/Photo+Sep+04%2C+2+17+44+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. 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Parker - Lassen Volcanic National Park - bare from historical eruption https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527205847696-VCUBEP6TN1JTYNFMOPVI/Photo+Sep+05%2C+10+13+46+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Lassen Volcanic National Park - so many wonderful lakes https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/5/24/tahoe-summer-2015 monthly 0.5 2018-05-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527191610658-UV4J5KXN387XDAN99GAQ/Photo+Aug+08%2C+2+35+34+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Tahoe Summer, 2015 - Heathers first wet woody - Riva Grill South Lake https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527191610583-8OMOZWIO1YIRV5PLEFZZ/Photo+Aug+08%2C+5+05+11+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Tahoe Summer, 2015 - Fire & Ice in South Lake Tahoe https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527191614058-KUFGGX46TXY1A0WICD4X/Photo+Aug+08%2C+5+06+59+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Tahoe Summer, 2015 - Not the same day as the other picture...i think https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527191623600-XSVCVMAXN4UWVPUOUW0X/Photo+Aug+09%2C+10+52+09+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Tahoe Summer, 2015 - thats one big bird https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527191622752-UZRRFV8ANGRMK9YSWJCH/Photo+Aug+09%2C+11+03+33+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Tahoe Summer, 2015 - Heathers second wet woody https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527191632627-WL9E7X0ZSBCTM64IP0AP/Photo+Aug+15%2C+1+54+17+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Tahoe Summer, 2015 - South Lake hike out from Fallen Leaf https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527191638527-YUCX3V4KWFJWFF9J6HJG/Photo+Aug+15%2C+2+07+37+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Tahoe Summer, 2015 - The door step to desolation wilderness https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527191653231-TQECDYIA4UFCKTY1F7ON/Photo+Aug+15%2C+2+07+58+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Tahoe Summer, 2015 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527191654565-9TZK3RI4NXWOO4XEIIYS/Photo+Aug+15%2C+2+09+52+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Tahoe Summer, 2015 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527191673352-BEBCIM4AZDYTJE9XOWWH/Photo+Aug+15%2C+2+10+53+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Tahoe Summer, 2015 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527191673515-KN7LGXOEH31X6GG7I62V/Photo+Aug+15%2C+3+15+37+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Tahoe Summer, 2015 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527191679068-HYUIA376S93UKE71E58Z/Photo+Jul+25%2C+3+39+00+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Tahoe Summer, 2015 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527191675137-2N8P4W0G4LTTFVIY40EG/Photo+Jul+26%2C+9+28+08+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Tahoe Summer, 2015 https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/5/23/bryan-adams-2015 monthly 0.5 2018-05-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527128980906-540O1WFFGPU05PHRYV46/Photo+May+23%2C+8+06+12+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Bryan Adams https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527128971537-IUSMSI1RCYV1FXRIVON6/Photo+May+23%2C+4+10+51+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Bryan Adams https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527128974210-GMB8GV9V995ZLOYIPOZP/Photo+May+23%2C+5+31+15+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Bryan Adams https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527128981868-32D81N271ZC8FF8HIVOB/Photo+May+23%2C+5+34+08+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Bryan Adams https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527128977217-3ZAO1UKWLJEEM8NRA250/Photo+May+23%2C+5+35+05+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Bryan Adams https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527128983634-LVY0K30I4PZOJUUYV4NM/Photo+May+23%2C+9+23+07+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Bryan Adams https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/5/23/napa-valley-2016 monthly 0.5 2018-05-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527119370610-CDORI0TEPI1ZYUR7UMO4/Photo+May+16%2C+9+00+43+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Napa Valley - Starting the tour right... https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527119367210-MWPAKVRCEC6YXBO23BXO/Photo+May+16%2C+3+37+33+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Napa Valley - Kay and Heather at Hall https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527119380790-TTTFY8RTI3DQEYS4LRUN/Photo+May+16%2C+11+27+58+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Napa Valley - Our future wine cellar https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527119363470-YSTCJPLA2XZO1H5T3YN7/Photo+May+16%2C+2+24+40+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. 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Parker - Las Vegas https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527085220100-OER1WV3EAMZYCXW9ASV5/Photo+May+09%2C+7+55+50+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Las Vegas https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527085217011-41LM9NKU4JUUIPOJJXMY/Photo+May+09%2C+12+14+18+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Las Vegas https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527085220078-KXWR0TZ9ZSPEMO9M0LWU/Photo+May+10%2C+2+59+58+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Las Vegas https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527085233100-CGESXGN0H53JZ8ATEXS3/Photo+May+10%2C+5+37+56+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Las Vegas https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527085237170-ZUYLPJCYC0FAXA32L20P/Photo+May+11%2C+10+00+12+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Las Vegas https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/5/23/yosemite-april-2016 monthly 0.5 2018-06-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527084113593-0UBWW9QSDFJJSXT5CG55/Photo+Apr+24%2C+2+14+56+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, April - Day one bright and sunny... https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527084125198-8EKYE3I941K0FBZVS884/Photo+Apr+24%2C+3+22+07+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, April - Exploring the greater mirror lake https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527084131758-SDNCQTW389NSR17J4774/Photo+Apr+24%2C+3+28+29+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, April - valley views of Half Dome https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527084139477-FZPSOYR7ZU53TUMCL3SZ/Photo+Apr+24%2C+3+31+47+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, April - Mirror lake in the Valley https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527084154971-67QYNBQ5HU7B6DCR33BA/Photo+Apr+25%2C+3+48+08+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, April - The weather is changing quickly https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527084156863-EBR6PF4B0SH8LC1QGI6S/Photo+Apr+25%2C+7+07+22+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, April - we are always prepared for weather https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527084162379-13RS812YI9O9C8AB3OFH/Photo+Apr+25%2C+6+46+29+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, April - Yosemite falls as the night comes https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527084166304-A8DD5ZM6X7A3VNAN46TJ/Photo+Apr+25%2C+9+32+10+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, April - Overnight snow fell hard https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527084179115-5DFLGHPEQK8IOC3FKOYO/Photo+Apr+25%2C+9+34+17+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, April - Water levels were high https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527084175954-DL5Z454LV5DWAM20OOTM/Photo+Apr+25%2C+9+33+01+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, April - a very peaceful, misty morning https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527084188203-YU14SCKJF2G82U21X9GK/Photo+Apr+25%2C+10+12+17+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, April - leaving foot prints on the mist trail https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527084196156-W2YV1OGXMRXY2ZPN7G0G/Photo+Apr+25%2C+10+18+20+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, April - the water was running ice blue https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527084199683-EQQB4B81Q3V45KLW0PII/Photo+Apr+25%2C+10+21+54+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, April - vernal fall, i have stood her nearly a dozen times https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527084207665-M4ZD6E41LLEQP0G46I6A/Photo+Apr+25%2C+10+22+09+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, April - normally slippery wet, now add ice https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527084208738-L50ATNN2DIARNBZJL7AZ/Photo+Apr+25%2C+10+34+56+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, April - ascending the stairs to stairs to the top of vernal https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527084223225-T3L3SZQN3FHAYX72E65Z/Photo+Apr+25%2C+10+39+55+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, April - a look back toward heather as i scale the side stair https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527084218581-12CPJMJKJ2HYULO1UETG/Photo+Apr+25%2C+10+44+14+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, April - the weather was changing and cycling rapidly https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527084231967-X9HOTDAQ0NDQ8DGUX5DV/Photo+Apr+25%2C+10+55+35+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, April - this was a nice little pool a few hundred feet before the vernal fall overlook https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527084234030-KQYUEZKT05VOUD6JL4RB/Photo+Apr+25%2C+11+04+49+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, April - the misty mountain https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527084245683-UB26T5K866T7IPQ7BZNK/Photo+Apr+25%2C+11+06+02+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, April - my feet are soaked but I don't care https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527084258521-7VQZ5A4QC3RCOG5RF6Z4/Photo+Apr+25%2C+11+08+23+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, April - a good day for epic yosemite snow contrast https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527084260037-DJPXBOPST2ZJ5QI3V4F7/Photo+Apr+25%2C+11+09+58+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, April - this was actually a very difficult hike, because snow https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527084271390-FVZFKSKRDQLEN624LPSC/Photo+Apr+25%2C+11+10+12+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, April - the foot bridge to nevada falls trail https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527084270024-OB9TD5O96E6HYC17UZCY/Photo+Apr+25%2C+11+40+32+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, April - a rare view of nevada falls with snow https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527084281039-LF8FQX2DZV31JEK9A28H/Photo+Apr+25%2C+11+53+40+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, April - cold, wet and happy https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527084295296-159E8I9A9JI5NC0KK9BE/Photo+Apr+25%2C+11+55+56+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, April - getting to the point where its too slippery to scale https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527084285759-7I3L2Y44RU9QNW0YJGM0/Photo+Apr+25%2C+12+01+26+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, April - better safe than sorry, we are heading back to camp https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527084295622-PSYRF1GNS98YTDCEC5B0/Photo+Apr+26%2C+5+08+39+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, April - please excuse heather, it's her first time to yosemite https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527084119898-ODI3A0NZLTWXAJPWS0FL/Photo+Apr+24%2C+1+23+10+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Yosemite, April - Ahwahnee hotel, our New years goal for 2019 or 2020 https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/5/22/root-glacier-ice-climb-alaska monthly 0.5 2018-06-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527036614350-7C3DW2OEJAM5LQW3TC3S/Photo+Sep+06%2C+1+19+10+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Root Glacier Ice Climb, Alaska - we are about to climb this https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527036604422-MO1QPOZN8YCULGQUADTR/Photo+Sep+06%2C+1+19+30+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Root Glacier Ice Climb, Alaska - ice is slippery https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527036614501-4UYUOLY5DY6HP138Q7BK/Photo+Sep+06%2C+1+22+32+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Root Glacier Ice Climb, Alaska - gear & safety check https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527036620721-6JKVYGV7FS72QZ0K51J4/Photo+Sep+06%2C+1+33+52+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Root Glacier Ice Climb, Alaska - the twin peaks as I call them https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527036621983-G5J1F1KE6M1D4PJ0Z3ZJ/Photo+Sep+06%2C+2+00+23+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Root Glacier Ice Climb, Alaska - this is actually huge https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527036626321-07E2PUX3UDGSKJP3HXSG/Photo+Sep+06%2C+2+00+30+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Root Glacier Ice Climb, Alaska - heather on Ascent https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527036627373-SQ8N8WQOZK0N69U841ZT/Photo+Sep+06%2C+2+24+22+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Root Glacier Ice Climb, Alaska - me on the belay https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527036633149-ZV58JWPCE1AHYN1XUQZW/Photo+Sep+06%2C+2+59+02+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Root Glacier Ice Climb, Alaska - heather on round two https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527036633897-8PLY9RRP83TNMP7ARXXM/Photo+Sep+06%2C+3+30+13+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Root Glacier Ice Climb, Alaska - me getting a grip https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527036640344-LXZ0XY4ENKE6Y4H7YJXZ/Photo+Sep+06%2C+3+33+51+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Root Glacier Ice Climb, Alaska - scaling to the top https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527036645426-6LS1CHMA1TFTJAHO3FNU/Photo+Sep+06%2C+4+13+14+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Root Glacier Ice Climb, Alaska - much bigger in person https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527036648284-R7AQ68ID54PU46BKMNJO/Photo+Sep+06%2C+4+13+39+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Root Glacier Ice Climb, Alaska - looking over the expanse https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527036655851-ENZLB3J5EZHMFTIWQH3F/Photo+Sep+06%2C+4+23+01+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Root Glacier Ice Climb, Alaska - a successful day https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527036658710-GAT2OD8I0P9CG10KLTGO/Photo+Sep+06%2C+4+23+52+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Root Glacier Ice Climb, Alaska - watch your step https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/5/22/mccarthy-alaska monthly 0.5 2018-06-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527034625522-4DZUW6L79LI1RQ30GZJM/Photo+Sep+05%2C+6+15+06+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - McCarthy, Alaska - alaska looks like alaska https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527034624894-8D83NNVXWW67NYHV3SB0/Photo+Sep+05%2C+7+25+12+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - McCarthy, Alaska - the view from our campsite https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527034674685-6Q1VJM7PMY9SQ4DWXOKQ/Photo+Sep+05%2C+8+10+40+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - McCarthy, Alaska - heather rum drunk and smiling https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527034642186-EITUFJ9FBWIPBFRYD9FE/Photo+Sep+05%2C+8+11+31+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - McCarthy, Alaska - ok, both rum drunk and smiling https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527034675671-GVHK6RR4FAKPHU6DEPOU/Photo+Sep+05%2C+8+47+49+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - McCarthy, Alaska - heading down river https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527034728837-CBMQBH06TY4W2MZZH55S/Photo+Sep+05%2C+9+36+37+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - McCarthy, Alaska - an evening campfire https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527034762574-O6CIIETRYXR42CGS640K/Photo+Sep+06%2C+11+41+49+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - McCarthy, Alaska - can't imagine living and working here https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527034767964-MXSRS2VT76ULB0AKOCGW/Photo+Sep+06%2C+11+44+00+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - McCarthy, Alaska - something beautiful in the ruins https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527034819939-W0HBY51SZ3FHLBEB80W3/Photo+Sep+06%2C+11+44+11+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - McCarthy, Alaska - Kian, our ice climbing guide https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527034829421-U773SBLPMLFXBXQFYRZD/Photo+Sep+06%2C+11+45+30+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - McCarthy, Alaska - heather keeping it sexy https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527034852573-1XMTRYOC2FTDVKJ42MRC/Photo+Sep+06%2C+11+46+47+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - McCarthy, Alaska - that's one big machine https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527034890046-OWCBES8IOMNNK5W3AHNA/Photo+Sep+06%2C+11+47+43+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - McCarthy, Alaska - seems so wasteful https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527034948369-S1EV9HO44R98A61B16FK/Photo+Sep+06%2C+12+32+16+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - McCarthy, Alaska - pending ice climb in a glacier https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527034943302-X11B4FJ78FRDH6FH1MY0/Photo+Sep+06%2C+12+30+44+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - McCarthy, Alaska - the hike was way longer than expected https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527034905710-FAJ4EXPAQZ57ARIYVJDO/Photo+Sep+06%2C+12+13+19+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - McCarthy, Alaska - dirty glacier https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527034968881-ZCY1VA0UA0MYD53NEIGY/Photo+Sep+06%2C+12+38+14+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - McCarthy, Alaska - twin peaks of McCarthy https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527034986290-JAZPZTMMWQ5LQKYL2UQ7/Photo+Sep+07%2C+1+45+44+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - McCarthy, Alaska - autumn in alaska...unreal https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527034983912-RCB70XOZNEVPA16LKPGF/Photo+Sep+07%2C+1+46+30+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - McCarthy, Alaska - lunch on the roadside https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/5/22/eagle-river-alaska monthly 0.5 2018-06-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527033543384-J12NUVRJ98JUNWAWCHJP/Photo+Aug+29%2C+7+44+23+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Eagle River, Alaska - a crisp alaskan morning https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527033536810-O3JYK0B2NWWY27A0X9G6/Photo+Aug+30%2C+4+38+40+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Eagle River, Alaska - rare iPhone capture of the northern lights https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527033544224-7VLCX6GPWSRNFUJZBIZZ/Photo+Aug+30%2C+9+50+13+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Eagle River, Alaska - another epic morning and alaskan landscape https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527033553697-56NZ1XBS1YXZBKUQ10PZ/Photo+Aug+30%2C+10+57+46+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Eagle River, Alaska - really was a lovely morning https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527033569109-KX08FMSK3AUTBKC71YZ4/Photo+Aug+30%2C+10+58+42+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Eagle River, Alaska - our accommodations https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527033557213-CG55LYY9BW8E0I8SK5DZ/Photo+Aug+30%2C+12+37+57+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Eagle River, Alaska - heather, always the clown https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527033570752-QV8QWC0LOS6ZT5VYP4X1/Photo+Aug+30%2C+12+39+41+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Eagle River, Alaska - hiking around the river https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527033573798-TVQH5EE7S0RVDQOTKEGP/Photo+Aug+30%2C+12+41+54+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Eagle River, Alaska - heather always has time for selfie https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527033574907-481R4BYHGYUFJGUZWNN1/Photo+Aug+31%2C+11+17+52+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Eagle River, Alaska - one of the rare heather selfies we use https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527033600451-EJPNITSDI12YZTI5ER5F/Photo+Jul+05%2C+2+54+52+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Eagle River, Alaska - like a desktop screensaver https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527033579422-G2Z1MFA1UW0C1S0T7K5B/Photo+Jul+05%2C+9+59+12+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Eagle River, Alaska - dew mound trail fun https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527033591694-UIJQ6PX9HB90V3Q19L57/Photo+Jul+05%2C+10+14+08+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Eagle River, Alaska - perfect bear encounter area https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527033599019-Z8IQE7XPS3VW1F1HVFFQ/Photo+Jul+05%2C+10+20+04+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Eagle River, Alaska - happy heather https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/5/22/halibut-cove-alaska monthly 0.5 2018-06-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527032218248-K9JIU1HTBO9IUKUWG6P3/Photo+Aug+23%2C+3+12+36+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Halibut Cove, Alaska - like a seaside fairytale https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527032215598-BL9UG2VVPXTX8HMEOZD5/Photo+Aug+23%2C+3+26+23+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Halibut Cove, Alaska - the roads that lead to nowhere https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527032223644-LSKAX2MVWFANZHTSMIJV/Photo+Aug+23%2C+3+34+29+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Halibut Cove, Alaska - Arch Rock...creative name https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527032220597-8BXYG1JH3MQ9HVU240LW/Photo+Aug+23%2C+3+36+26+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Halibut Cove, Alaska - Heather loves to wear knit https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527032224608-6PG07XQQG17ZGCCD2QOM/Photo+Aug+23%2C+3+56+59+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Halibut Cove, Alaska - lazy sea otter https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527032228761-7PIH2QZRM4GOJF7YCM75/Photo+Aug+23%2C+4+14+52+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Halibut Cove, Alaska - the arch rock...we went under https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527032239482-H0SRUYFY0MPQBOORIPT1/Photo+Aug+23%2C+6+37+13+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Halibut Cove, Alaska - fun with geology https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527032238792-5ETADTFHOEZJ2YHSSJQX/Photo+Aug+23%2C+6+42+43+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Halibut Cove, Alaska - adventure hike on the coast https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527032248680-FVHAHUIV7AW8U61HNGCG/Photo+Aug+23%2C+7+00+28+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Halibut Cove, Alaska - yes, that is a bear print https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527032246405-XRHDVL6BLJVOM7IA6S7X/Photo+Aug+23%2C+8+14+30+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Halibut Cove, Alaska - heather making her specialty https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527032260690-UMNNB8H854CHJZXZHNPO/Photo+Aug+23%2C+8+50+47+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Halibut Cove, Alaska - see the video of this...hilarious https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527032262565-2MNLXD67423A96G6NYYY/Photo+Aug+23%2C+9+59+59+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Halibut Cove, Alaska - Ew! Don't touch that! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527032267738-P2VGZOUIU0IRHKTECRAB/Photo+Aug+23%2C+10+00+37+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Halibut Cove, Alaska - heather...why? https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527032277769-75KII3UEIQNX5Q3MXVQE/Photo+Aug+23%2C+11+24+02+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Halibut Cove, Alaska - jelly fish hanging out https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527032277345-B2S6KHAGJUKXQYY0K869/Photo+Aug+24%2C+1+01+20+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Halibut Cove, Alaska - not sure why, but why not? https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/5/22/homer-spit-alaska monthly 0.5 2018-06-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527032837552-YSF6LMQL64OZYJAIN76H/Photo+Aug+23%2C+10+38+04+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Homer Spit, Alaska - I'm just a sad crab! Meh https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527007392261-H9HQIKP6RBGGQKTOIYXE/Photo+Aug+22%2C+7+58+52+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Homer Spit, Alaska - Inside the salty dog https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527007398191-WJMCJ0VY9513KEP26Z8F/Photo+Aug+22%2C+8+02+18+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Homer Spit, Alaska - some people find this charming https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527007398639-0DFU4BU9KQNH7IABCEE3/Photo+Aug+22%2C+8+03+29+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Homer Spit, Alaska - we killed some time playing https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527007405475-9LLJ6XX3CISMPRB0FA8V/Photo+Aug+22%2C+8+05+26+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Homer Spit, Alaska - we love historical facts https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527007401595-6201NBFZ4N80CFOOQA1T/Photo+Aug+22%2C+8+38+15+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Homer Spit, Alaska - outside the world famous saloon https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527007403655-46RPTN0KNYQE356KGS06/Photo+Aug+22%2C+9+04+38+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Homer Spit, Alaska - not sure what I am doing https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527007406606-QJJUNWG529F1JCVYYOUV/Photo+Aug+22%2C+9+16+23+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Homer Spit, Alaska - heather likes this one https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527007415234-IZE0C97L84O04XXT8GXJ/Photo+Aug+22%2C+10+05+48+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Homer Spit, Alaska - perhaps too many were had https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527008050631-LDV9YL6H3UHYCZ33BCDK/Photo+Aug+22%2C+10+36+00+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Homer Spit, Alaska - not sure what heather is up to https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/5/21/omalley-peak-alaska monthly 0.5 2018-06-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526938102468-6DMPPL0S124KHU7UN44S/Photo+Aug+16%2C+4+09+43+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - O'Malley Peak, Alaska - The Glenn Alps Basin https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526938083018-E1X9R29ZRPD9VVGN9UG9/Photo+Aug+16%2C+4+00+48+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - O'Malley Peak, Alaska - On the trail up https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526938084755-SULIAQNAFIYIMU53F89A/Photo+Aug+16%2C+4+01+18+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - O'Malley Peak, Alaska - Anchorage in the distance https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527004434278-GS5LS6L5H848B4H89S4S/Photo+Aug+16%2C+3+01+33+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - O'Malley Peak, Alaska - Heather hiding from the wind https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527004435506-VUMKW2O56CSKL8F0MU6B/Photo+Aug+16%2C+3+43+36+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - O'Malley Peak, Alaska - Rocky, cold and windy https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526938108406-RQKEJ45O5RXUTDYMU4U1/Photo+Aug+16%2C+8+01+25+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - O'Malley Peak, Alaska - Moments before the wind took my glasses https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526938115617-AH1J46TOTQ8ZDMYCJTSF/Photo+Aug+16%2C+8+10+46+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - O'Malley Peak, Alaska - Heading back down https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526938121137-EW6C1UPUKDBEBBA8IZM9/Photo+Jan+15%2C+10+49+20+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - O'Malley Peak, Alaska - Heather getting fresh https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526938096462-95DQVA62GHR4D9TCVD9L/Photo+Aug+16%2C+4+08+20+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - O'Malley Peak, Alaska - Me on the smaller peak https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/5/22/hatchers-pass-alaska monthly 0.5 2018-06-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527005688532-AFN9F5PLOQHO9CD19KM4/Photo+Aug+09%2C+1+06+27+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Hatcher Pass, Alaska - Camera cant capture scope here https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527005678068-EB6GJYT8HKKUB67LGZC2/Photo+Aug+09%2C+1+14+56+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Hatcher Pass, Alaska - Heather explaining wild blueberries https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527005754247-JV5KVCYY6PRFWCL63XCD/Photo+Aug+09%2C+3+09+24+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Hatcher Pass, Alaska - Another water feature in the pass https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527005702613-284BQ8A453VI1OFJVVWU/Photo+Aug+09%2C+1+44+15+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Hatcher Pass, Alaska - Exploring the ruins https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527005697062-KXAS06P5M2PLJ2E8AA2O/Photo+Aug+09%2C+1+40+39+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Hatcher Pass, Alaska - Would not be fun here in the 1800's https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527005701859-F7N55J23QHMVG2IOAXRI/Photo+Aug+09%2C+1+42+55+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Hatcher Pass, Alaska - Bunkhouse and shops https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527005713010-Z9EIUQ4SRR9WDXZ7MWK9/Photo+Aug+09%2C+1+53+00+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Hatcher Pass, Alaska - Industry cares little for the earth https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527005713601-UETBZJUBYSHPOLOU4MIZ/Photo+Aug+09%2C+1+57+58+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Hatcher Pass, Alaska - A cool wood dam https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527005726563-F06P9F1B38B2KPR9HV9C/Photo+Aug+09%2C+2+02+39+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Hatcher Pass, Alaska - A candid moment with HKT https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527005722654-AR0QQC24ZB8MT8DH6HZ0/Photo+Aug+09%2C+2+09+08+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Hatcher Pass, Alaska - Capturing the momnets https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527005731352-NRAU4I5Q7WA36HA18JDU/Photo+Aug+09%2C+2+28+35+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Hatcher Pass, Alaska - Top of the pass https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527005745222-E35TMRJ78M5NXXZDA5C6/Photo+Aug+09%2C+2+36+41+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Hatcher Pass, Alaska - Ready to explore! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527005744366-5Q3L8ZTCCLBWCK18SMSV/Photo+Aug+09%2C+2+56+14+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Hatcher Pass, Alaska - Heather likes this one https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527005760722-OH73QW591S682B7WZSMQ/Photo+Aug+09%2C+3+30+21+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Hatcher Pass, Alaska - Pristine and serene https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527005752547-1BKOH6ILU5Z67OLZJADL/Photo+Aug+09%2C+3+22+25+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Hatcher Pass, Alaska - Look closely... https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527005756353-8NN17USR1PJ0QBNN1JUM/Photo+Aug+09%2C+3+24+07+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Hatcher Pass, Alaska - Hi there https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1527005687411-2K7LRZT610KUWQJZF61F/Photo+Aug+09%2C+1+25+32+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Hatcher Pass, Alaska - Classic me https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/5/20/eklutna-lake-alaska monthly 0.5 2018-06-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526825435505-327PO79M5Z3JEFBT1N60/Photo+Aug+03%2C+6+26+00+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Eklutna Lake, Alaska - Tandem kayak on the glacier lake https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526825443930-MNAKU9YY6QFLPFSD51U7/Photo+Aug+03%2C+6+28+31+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Eklutna Lake, Alaska - pristine crystal waters https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526825444294-OC3X9WTEN6J6P0XPIZJ0/Photo+Aug+03%2C+6+31+09+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Eklutna Lake, Alaska - We went to shore for some exploration https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526825459013-LCTNQ16UZFRVCLLK992G/Photo+Aug+03%2C+6+39+56+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Eklutna Lake, Alaska - walking up the hill, looked back to see a great view https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526825457122-MKP1PUGMEMH9K5YZGUQG/Photo+Aug+03%2C+11+36+46+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Eklutna Lake, Alaska - i know its not a 44. but its better than soft fists https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526825463991-42HJ789D39Z0GDKAWA46/Photo+Aug+03%2C+11+45+27+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Eklutna Lake, Alaska - all in all, good day https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526825469428-HLM3OC8L0DUV4WJVO1W6/Photo+Aug+03%2C+11+47+46+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Eklutna Lake, Alaska - if you visit anchorage, drive to this lake. Worth it https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526825471945-MESTU7UKP9E6SRAWNDCZ/Photo+Aug+03%2C+11+50+03+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Eklutna Lake, Alaska - hello there https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526825473086-JYIP82ZIKOMQ6CISYU5L/Photo+Aug+04%2C+10+10+58+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Eklutna Lake, Alaska - i admit, i get aggressive when i paddle https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/5/20/whittier-glaciers-alaska monthly 0.5 2018-06-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526823266986-I0GIZ2S6T20T37RH77IX/Photo+Jul+13%2C+2+29+44+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Prince William Sound, Alaska - Heather on the aft deck https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526823270488-BAO16C0MM40SI9LDIYUI/Photo+Jul+13%2C+3+52+44+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Prince William Sound, Alaska - Cold but happy https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526823267768-4FJCRL2WGJCZUAUN4L0Z/Photo+Jul+13%2C+3+29+33+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Prince William Sound, Alaska - Sea Otter family https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526823281167-WMPTXNT0S8XYTEEKL7J0/Photo+Jul+13%2C+4+02+58+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Prince William Sound, Alaska - Unreal https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526823281993-1C7WAFH6L28PDU0EIBFE/Photo+Jul+13%2C+4+03+28+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Prince William Sound, Alaska - Crystalline blue showing through https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526823298716-BKO5YOWO49H664R7DPFK/Photo+Jul+13%2C+4+03+53+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Prince William Sound, Alaska - Pano shot https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526823291813-LKHX5X9DIOU995W9E9NS/Photo+Jul+13%2C+4+04+47+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Prince William Sound, Alaska - So cold https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526823303630-NMUF7KN0TCXLRNHP9C8Y/Photo+Jul+13%2C+4+07+53+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Prince William Sound, Alaska - Mountain waterfalls https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526823322240-H4ZZNTQGQU42PWJP21YH/Photo+Jul+13%2C+4+34+50+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Prince William Sound, Alaska - Time always takes a toll https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526823326273-ZKVQQMTINLPEAICSD41V/Photo+Jul+13%2C+5+10+44+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Prince William Sound, Alaska - Etching backwards https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526823328560-RZXTY3SEKOCM0NBN6R9X/Photo+Jul+13%2C+5+16+59+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Prince William Sound, Alaska - We kind of look like fisherfolk https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526823334368-33MENG68R35XAGEQO69Q/Photo+Jul+13%2C+5+19+23+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Prince William Sound, Alaska - Camera off? https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526823355442-E1XVRPE91RVB53R6YAEU/Photo+Jul+14%2C+1+00+01+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Prince William Sound, Alaska - Hair growing, glacier melting https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/5/19/color-run-alaska monthly 0.5 2018-06-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526739869557-RHRK1SN5MN83FFHA3S1U/Photo+Jun+28%2C+8+35+01+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Color Run - Alaska - the alaska color run Nothing like a tight t-shirt to remind me of my ectomorpic frame. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526739857533-U3M5ZJGCNKMTONDPVNQY/Photo+Jun+28%2C+8+53+19+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Color Run - Alaska - Learning to appreciate heather's obsession with selfies So…many…selfies… https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526739869748-TJP5OGGQAFT21KEDVYT4/Photo+Jun+28%2C+10+01+36+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. 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Parker - Matanuska Glacier Alaska - nightmare mud super don’t want to fall into this stuff https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526583761923-UFSJQME6O81297B1SX1O/Photo+Apr+27%2C+11+51+01+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Matanuska Glacier Alaska - silt meets ice I think this is the edge of the retraction site where the glacier is receding. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526583770298-6AT134MM245UKWO9ML6S/Photo+Apr+28%2C+4+19+10+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Matanuska Glacier Alaska - heather near the top again, we did not linger up here. The sounds coming from the glacier were disconcerting! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526583773782-SS2VWZDKAFTX6HBSRYTH/Photo+Apr+28%2C+10+43+38+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Matanuska Glacier Alaska - crystal lakes and ice melt while it is cold, there is run-off and quite a bit of sink holes. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526583788846-16M3YRDOS86IGALO647K/Photo+Apr+28%2C+10+49+01+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Matanuska Glacier Alaska - this is an ice rock that looked cool i thought it was neat how the mud froze the shapes and colors together https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526583786613-V1R84Q2FOC70CZ03IHH3/Photo+Apr+28%2C+10+51+41+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Matanuska Glacier Alaska - deep frozen ice and ancient frost the age of these glaciers is truly remarkable https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526583799365-PPOKVS2OWX4TAQX0EJTX/Photo+Apr+28%2C+10+54+29+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Matanuska Glacier Alaska - the perfect angle notice everything is frozen? https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526583802039-4Z1R73MGVLYYOCSXSBGH/Photo+Apr+28%2C+10+58+14+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Matanuska Glacier Alaska - a freezing mud pit not really a spa day environment, this mud is deadly https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526583812365-RAFL1CZ2DR4HCBHFNGBM/Photo+Apr+28%2C+11+00+19+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Matanuska Glacier Alaska https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526583812773-S5EAS17NAOB6LG84PRIX/Photo+Apr+28%2C+11+03+50+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Matanuska Glacier Alaska - an alien world with unforgiving landscape The beauty is undeniable and the feeling of insignificance in the universe is humbling https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526583820386-XXCWLMMH279C48ALQ3BA/Photo+Apr+28%2C+11+06+20+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Matanuska Glacier Alaska - a view from the apex while not the tip-top of the ice formation, it is as high as we could safely go https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526583818247-ICEZOS71P8057G1WAPR1/Photo+Apr+28%2C+11+08+43+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Matanuska Glacier Alaska - the tip of the galcier We had to ice “climb” a little to get to this spot but the view was worth it. Except, the deep booming and cracking sounds were a little disturbing https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526583820531-N7HT1R1YZF37MG53DJAU/Photo+May+01%2C+12+13+16+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Matanuska Glacier Alaska - I look like a European explorer I seem to have a very “Everest” look in this picture. Feel like I would be Swiss? German? https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/5/19/eye-injury monthly 0.5 2018-06-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526737645472-LFOZE5038VRWE9O4D9OY/Photo+Apr+14%2C+8+11+17+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Eye Injury - The offending contact lens I never thought that this would ever happen. I blame Heather for keeping me out late past my old man bedtime. Just kidding, shes great. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526737624454-393D4UG9QO9H1387F7GZ/Photo+Apr+20%2C+3+03+52+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Eye Injury - Heather with me in public Only been a few months and then I basically lose an eye. 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Parker - Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center - When You See It Yes, that is a large bear laying in the clearing… https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526572622619-2C8PJAWIPM7XIXXYSZ6Z/Photo+Apr+19%2C+2+08+22+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center - Bear Lumbering along https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526572622196-R8LQHBGP8ZHN5YR5QJJ4/Photo+Apr+19%2C+2+59+32+PM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center - Wood Bison The wood bison is the northern cousin of the plains bison that roams many states down-below. Wood bison are the largest land animal in the entire Western Hemisphere! A large, mature bull will often weigh 2,250 pounds versus the 1,900 pounds of the smaller plains. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526572628747-HTPXSHLRKVJMD8PCIAJ6/Photo+Apr+19%2C+7+17+50+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center - Lynx At birth, lynx weigh approximately 7 ounces but can weigh up to 35 pounds at full size. Males (toms) are about 5 pounds heavier than females (mollies). Lynx are carnivores, and, therefore, feed heavily on snowshoe hares. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526572630932-ZJCC3NJUOIHHWREYAYY8/Photo+Apr+22%2C+8+46+36+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center - Joe Boxer and Patron After they were rescued and monitored, the two bear cubs came to live at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center in 2004 https://mparkeradventures.com/blog/2018/5/17/the-road-to-alaska-2013 monthly 0.5 2018-05-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5afcbb80697a9872b1efff1f/1526566050152-9KBQDIF9HRTFC6DF190C/Photo+May+09%2C+9+05+19+AM.jpg the blog of Michael S. Parker - The Road To Alaska - Canada Actually…I have no idea where in Canada I took this photo. 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