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Wrangling Wide-Open Ranges

The life, times, and legacy of Santa Barbara rancher Louise Hanson. Read story.

By Ethan Stewart

Dogs Versus Hunters in the Backcountry

Is there potential for another incident involving dogs and hunters? A closer look at the issues facing both sides ... Read story.

By Ray Ford

Let’s Get It On

Marine biologists struggle to get white abalone in the mood. Read story.

By Nick Welsh

The Scourge Is Scrubbed

Scientists celebrate more than 10 years of a rat-free Anacapa Island. Read story.

By Tyler Hayden

14,000 Gaviota Acres Permanently Preserved

Plan finalized between Hansen Family and California Rangeland Trust. Read story.

By Ethan Stewart

Indian Creek to Lower Buckhorn Camp

A rigorous dayhike skirting the boundary of the Dick Smith Wilderness. Read story.

By Dan McCaslin

Solitaries, Hermits, and Backcountry Weirdos

Over the course 40 years of tramping around our nearby wilderness areas, I’ve encountered a number of refugees from ... Read story.

By Dan McCaslin

Davy Brown Camp

Two day hikes with an evening interlude. Read story.

By Dan McCaslin

Manzana Free Camp

A 3-day easy backpack into the San Rafael Wilderness Read story.

By Dan McCaslin

Madulce Camp Water-Madness

A moderate 14-mile roundtrip, plus an additional day hike, but beware the hot dry months! Read story.

By Dan McCaslin

Antiques Vintage Show & Sale to Benefit CALM

Spend an afternoon enjoying memories of the past with eighty ... Read More

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