Mario Larsen+FollowBlack Star Falls ThrillKick off at Santiago Canyon Road—veer left onto Silverado, then Black Star Canyon. Trail weaves 3 miles through rocky creek beds, ending at a thundering waterfall (rainy days = epic flows!). Final stretch? Scramble over boulders—sturdy shoes a must, offline maps recommended. Watch for poison oak; this canyon’s wild. Fun fact: 1831 battle site + old coal mine roots. Weekends get packed—arrive early to secure parking. #Outdoors#Hiking#BlackStarHike #OrangeCountyTrails #WaterfallAdventures00Share
jasonking+FollowFlathead catfish will eat ANYTHING?! 😳Just learned flathead catfish are absolute monsters - they'll swallow fish nearly their own size! Perch, bowfin, frogs, mice, even ducklings. No wonder live bait works so well. These things are pure opportunists. Makes me think twice about what to throw at them next trip...🤔 #fishing #CatfishFishing #Outdoors 2611Share
fisherchad+FollowWhy I stick to freshwater fishingGive me lakes and streams any day! Saltwater feels like homework - expensive gear, complex regulations, license requirements. Freshwater? Just grab my rod and go. Love that laid-back vibe where I can fish a quiet pond at sunrise without worrying about tides, seasons, or slot limits. Anyone else feel the same? #fishing #FreshwaterFishing #Outdoors 157Share
mmoore+FollowFirst time hunting with pointing dogs - wow! 🐕Had the chance to hunt ruffed grouse over some incredible English setters last fall, and it was an unforgettable experience. We focused on transition edges where young successional growth meets older timber. The setters would weave through both, GPS collars beeping until that beautiful moment when they lock up on point. Our strategy: bracket the bird, send flankers to the sides, one person flushes. Gives you the best shot opportunity when these lightning-fast "King of the Woods" birds explode out of cover. For solo hunters without dogs, stick to logging roads and transition edges - that's where you'll get natural flushes. Stay 30-50 yards apart in groups. Fair warning: these birds are incredibly smart about when and how they flush! #hunting #GrouseHunting #HuntingDogs #Outdoors 40Share
bushjill+FollowWhy I do both hunting AND trapping Saw the trapping debate earlier and wanted to share my experience doing both for 15+ years. Hunting's my go-to for deer and larger game - clean, quick, but you either connect or go home empty. Trapping works different - especially for smaller stuff like rabbits, squirrels, even coyotes. You set multiple sets and usually catch something, even if it's not what you planned for. Currently stick to live traps so I can release non-targets. But honestly? If things ever went sideways, I'd use every method available. Different situations call for different tools. Anyone else do both? How do you balance the two approaches? #hunting #trapping #HuntingTips #Outdoors 80Share
tyler79+FollowAm I wrong about trapping being inhumane? Maybe I'm in the minority here, but trapping just doesn't sit right with me. The thought of an animal in panic, waiting hours with a crushed paw until someone shows up... that's not the clean, respectful harvest I believe in. I get it for survival situations - do what you must. But as a way to make money? I struggle with that when we preach about ethical, quick kills in hunting. We're supposed to respect what we take. Just my two cents. What's your take on this? #hunting #EthicalHunting #Outdoors 22Share
bushjill+FollowI moved 3 stands this off-season 🫠I was reviewing some of my trail cam footage from last season and realized I wasted way too much time in stands that just weren’t producing. Looking back, the signs were there—bad access routes and “good enough” tree choices that spooked more deer than they drew in. It really does come down to finding the right tree and getting in and out clean. This offseason, I’m rethinking both stand locations and access paths. I relocated to a less "perfect" spot but with invisible access through a creek bottom. Sometimes an average location with great access beats a perfect spot you can't reach undetected. Curious—how often do you all move stands? Or do you tend to trust a spot and stick it out? #hunting #HuntingTips #Outdoors 112Share
fisherchad+FollowLine twist is killing my fishing day! 😤Nothing’s more annoying than line twist on spinning gear—been there way too many times. A few tips that helped me: don’t cast directly into the wind, use a sidearm cast when possible, and make sure soft plastics are rigged perfectly straight. Some hard baits with weight-transfer systems also help them fly tail-first, which reduces spin. And always watch your bait on the retrieve—poor alignment can twist your line fast. Saved me so many headaches. What’s worked for you? #fishing #fishingtips #linetwist #Outdoors 2126Share
Mario Larsen+FollowTomales Point Hike MagicKick off at Pierce Point Road’s end—40 mins from Bear Valley—where Tomales Point’s coastal drama unfolds. First 3 miles: smooth, well-marked trails. Final stretch? Push through lupine and scrub—long sleeves save skin. Winter: bays glisten crystal-clear. Spring: wildflowers paint the slopes. Summer/fall? Elk bugle in the distance. Fog may blur views, but the payoff? Breathtaking. Pro tip: McClure Beach’s trailhead hides nearby—extend your adventure. #Outdoors#Hiking#TomalesPointHike #CoastalTrails #SeasonalAdventures30Share
Mario Larsen+FollowRedwoods, Waves & WaterfallsStart at Stinson Beach’s Dipsea Trail, where the path climbs gently, weaving ocean views with pine-scented breezes. At Steep Ravine, a 1,000ft ascent leads into a shadowy redwood canyon—think fairy tales with towering trees and gurgling Weber Creek. Don’t miss the upper waterfall, reached via a rickety 10ft ladder (best after rain or winter snow). Post-hike, Matt Davis Trail loops back to town, beach breeze in your hair. Pro tip: Arrive early—this Marin gem fills fast. #Outdoors#Hiking#MarinHikes #RedwoodWaterfalls #CoastalTrails 121Share
