A4. Never seen people having spring break parties in any NPs, but Living near Los Padres National Forest, there'd be places the kids would go for big parties out in the woods or at campgrounds. Though most were respectful, others would trash the place, ruining it for everyone. 😒
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A10. We tell our friends about it, and share our trips and stories through our blog articles. Many people never consider parks as 'somewhere to go', so we like to remind them of all the many things parks, and other outdoor locations, have to offer. To get folks out there! 😀
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A9. We try to visit as many new parks as we can, but one park we always return to is Lassen NP. Its a beautiful & easy 4 hr drive away, and not as busy as more popular parks like Yosemite. There is so much else to do around the area (outside the park), that we always have new things to see!#parkchat
A7. Spotting any wildlife can make a park visit memorable. Our trip to Glacier NP was by far the best trip for that. Bears, longhorn sheep, and white mountain goats with their little babies were practically around every corner. But it was the goat families that always stole the show. #parkchat
Santa Clara County & the Greater Bay Area are packed with incredible outdoor escapes. We’ve compiled a helpful guide highlighting some of our favorite local hikes & nature spots to help you make the most of your trip to the SF Bay Area.
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A11. Anything regarding resent bigfoot sightings in the area.😁
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1. 'B'
2. 'A'
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A9: "How much viewers can trust what they see" or "how much viewers will be inspired to visit a place or entertained"? IMHO, there's time & place for everything, including AI. Apple+ "Prehistoric Planet" photorealistic CGI comes to mind. #parkchat
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😄Thats a good trick! But then you cant hear em' comin! 😬
A6. I dont think theres ever been a night spent in a tent where you didn't hear 'something' stirring about or twigs snapping, it goes with the territory. Its the grunts & snorts that get scary. Once you hear that, theres not much hope of falling back to sleep. 😳
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A2. We feel it's a balance of the two. Sure it's good to have the tech/means to see this stuff in real time before a trip. But also use our basic intuition and good judgement. Weather conditions can turn on a dime, and if you know what to look for, you can act accordingly.👀😎😎#parkchat
A1. We (I) google the area before hand, mostly to get a birds-eye of where trails/roads are. I often go a step further and go to street view and check out land marks, see what camp sites and trail areas look like etc. Its kind of a spoiler, but Im usually driving, so I need to this stuff. 😁#parkchat
Totally!!!!
❤️ the bay area!
Same!!! ❤️
Thirded after @camarowrx.bsky.social! :-) Thank you @59nationalparks.bsky.social & @naturetechfam.bsky.social . Fabulous Qs!!! Always looking forward to the #parkchat!
@naturetechfam.bsky.social and I really appreciate everyone that appreciated in #ParkChat tonight. If you get caught up in the massive snow and ice storm this weekend please be safe while simultaneously sharing a pic or two.
A12: If you're coming to the SF Bay Area for the Superbowl or other event, we got a guide for you :-) Unhinged & unfiltered, but straight from the heart :-))) Next installment on our parks!! #parkchat
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Q12 #ParkChat Surely someone has a question, announcement, deep thought or short story?
Including us! Lovely photo!!! #parkchat
A9 Love hiking on 01/01 -- we did it at county & state parks before. Spoiled in the SF Bay Area :-) -- we have lots of options #parkchat
Q9 #ParkChat National Parks are a great place to begin your new year's resolution of enjoying the health benefits of parks. Have you ever done such a hike on January 1st, especially at a NP? Describe it please.
Same here! 1st day hikes at State or local parks! #parkchat
A4. Yosemite after fresh snow #parkchat
Wow!!!
We hope so! And... when the timing is right... the crowds come as well. #parkchat
