Last year, we hiked the lakes trail, but didn’t make it past the first one, Heather Lake. For this years gallery>> I was determined to see them all Emerald, Aster, and the otherworldly Pear Lake. Getting there came at a cost, as illustrated by the photo above, where my hiking companions Ted and Erica trod towards a valley in shadow. By the time we made it out, it was pitch black. You are seeing these pics because they hung in there! Big up!

There’s always good vibes at San O.

The Second highest peak in the Angeles. Gallery>>

I wish i could tell you where this hike is, but I’ve been sworn to secrecy. Why? It has the best swimming holes you have ever seen.

One of the things I enjoy about longboarding is that you don’t need a big swell to bring out your A-game. Besides, for me surfing is about style – check out these moves.