Monthly Archives: January 2017

Five Mountain Challenge and Otay Mountain

Posted on January 30, 2017 by gizmogoeswest

We love a challenge, especially when it comes to hiking mountains.  We were delighted when we read about the five mountain challenge at Mission Trails Regional Park.  The best thing is the park is only a 40 minute ride from … Continue reading →

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Pacific Crest Trail- in search of the Southern Terminus

Posted on January 29, 2017 by gizmogoeswest

We had an chilly start to the day with a thick coat of frost on the car.  This led us to take our time getting ready to head out for the day.  Once the sun came out the temperature jumped … Continue reading →

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Del Mar Beach and La Jolla Sea Caves

Posted on January 28, 2017 by gizmogoeswest

John and I really enjoy spending the winters in the desert, but I have to admit it has been nice to be on the coast.  Is there anything better than a long morning walk on a beach?  Yesterday we decided … Continue reading →

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Cabrillo National Monument & Dog Beach

Posted on January 26, 2017 by gizmogoeswest

We arrived in the San Diego area on Tuesday after 5 days of rain.  There is quite a bit of flooding and damage from these storms. There is a dip just before our campground that has about 3-4 inches of … Continue reading →

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Devil’s Chair

Posted on January 19, 2017 by gizmogoeswest

California is getting out of the drought quickly this winter.  We have more rain on the way for the coming weekend so we wanted to get out for another good hike before we get cooped up in the RV.  The mountains … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Rock Hike

Posted on January 16, 2017 by gizmogoeswest

We got up early on Sunday so we decided we would find a hike.  We had been reading about a hike in the Norco Hills located less than 1.5 hours (83 miles) west of Palm Desert.     The hike brings … Continue reading →

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Amboy Crater on Route 66

Posted on January 13, 2017 by gizmogoeswest

Yesterday was one of those perfect days when you are surprised with a great adventure.  We had planned on going to the FMCA show in Indio but at the last minute found out that not all the exhibits would be … Continue reading →

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Cheesecake in the Micro/Convection

Posted on January 5, 2017 by gizmogoeswest

Last week we had 2 rainy days back to back over the New Years holiday.  What better to do on a rainy day than cook?  I had some cream cheese in the refrigerator and decided it was time to make … Continue reading →

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A Bit of Route 66

Posted on January 2, 2017 by gizmogoeswest

The weather had been less than optimal for the past few days so we decided it was time for a short road trip to explore some Route 66 spots.  We had already driven to San Bernadino for some shopping at … Continue reading →

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