The winter has been tough on several areas in the state and we wanted to update you on two roads often traveled by DogTrekkers, as well as provide some money-saving and possibly life-saving tips for fun and safe camping this summer.
• Big Sur Alert
• Yosemite Region Alert
• Save on Camping with an America the Beautiful Pass
• Of Leash Laws, Bears and Campground Petiquette
• Tick Alert
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