Goldenspotted Oak Beetle is on the way and it’s not friendly to our trees

Goldenspotted Oak Beetle Information Southern California Citizen Scientist Tree Health Survey Form A Field Guide to Insects and Diseases of California Oaks Sierra Madre Patch Article Wikipedia Post From the website below: “Goldspotted oak borer infestation is contributing to the on-going oak tree mortality occurring on federal, state, private, and Native American lands in San Diego County. Widespread oak mortality …

Fire Line Hike End of Silverado

During the fires of 2007 fire crews cut a firebreak up the ridge just beyond the Maple Springs gate. It’s pretty steep but worth the effort. I’d hiked this line once before and made it to the top before turning around. I didn’t really want to go too far by myself. Mike Boeck and I made a loop starting up …

Harding Canyon Falls

Water fall about 4 miles up Harding Canyon. That’s Joel Robinson above me. This is actually a 2-level fall. The second level is about 10 ft high. The water coming down this canyon and over the falls was strong enough to move a huge bolder that had rested under the top level. It’s very easy climb up the rocks. Mike …