TrailSlogger on December 8th, 2009

We have a great selection of intelligent toys and projects for the youngsters this season.  I have put together a small list of some of our recommendations for this season.  Sprig is a brand new company that blends recycled plastic with recycled wood to create a durable toy that actually smells like wood.  Green [...]

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TrailSlogger on July 27th, 2009

One of the great things about living in the Pacific Northwest is exploring the rugged coast and tide pools.  However, every year we hear a sad story of a family or a child swept out to sea by a rouge wave.   The ocean can be unpredictable so constant vigilance is always necessary.   This becomes more [...]

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TrailSlogger on May 26th, 2009

Late last year I was diagnosed with a severely strained tendon on my right foot. My podiatrist made me a custom orthodic that was suppose to rectify the problem. Well this orthodic is crazy wide. My foot is a little wide as is, but this orthodic was ridiculous. So being the good patient [...]

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TrailSlogger on May 26th, 2009

I recently had an opportunity to explore Rancho Canada from its main entrance off of Casa Lomo Road. Last year I hiked through the back side of the park from Calero County Park. This is a relatively new park so it really does not draw the big crowds. The wildflower displays are spectacular. The photo [...]

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Pat on May 24th, 2009

I volunteer at San Jose Airport..many changes there!! Term A checkin/security (American,Hawaiian,Mexicana,Southwest) has changed locations…you now check in downstairs, then go upstairs for security, concessions, & gates.   If entering through short term parking via the overpass…take the escalators down prior to accessing security: American is still on the north side and Southwest on the south [...]

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Chris on March 29th, 2009

About a month ago I decided it was time for me to purchase some new shoes. After trying on numerous pairs here at Trailsloggers and testing the fit I decided that the best choice for me was the Merrell Chameleon Iso. These shoes are great! I wanted a nice light weight hiker that I could [...]

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Hunter on March 27th, 2009

The weather at Pinnacles is ideal for sport climbing RIGHT NOW! This picture was taken on our first climb of the day, Thrill Hammer 5.8+. Thrill Hammer is a super mellow vertical stroll that is a gentle start to a long day of climbing

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TrailSlogger on February 20th, 2009

On Saturday February 7, 2009, nine brave soles joined myself and guide Lisa Meyers of Let’s Go Birding on our annual birding workshop fieldtrip. This year we decided to bird the Palo Alto Baylands. If you have ever been on one of our trips then you know we learn a lot, but we also have [...]

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Hunter on November 9th, 2008

Hi everybody! My name is Hunter. I have been working at Trailsloggers for almost 6 months now. Those of you I’ve met know that I have been recently freed of my fiberglass burden. That means two working feet…hooray! Now I can resume the things that make me happiest. My very favorite activities never include cumbersome [...]

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TrailSlogger on September 15th, 2008

My name is Neil Collins and I am the owner of Trailsloggers Outdoor Discovery Gear located in Campbell California. I started this blog to create a sense of community for day hikers in the Bay Area. One of the best perks of my job is learning about all the wonderful open space we have available [...]

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