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4 stories in 2026
Featuring a Hike in Monte Bello
To prepare for my solo hike in Monte Bello Open Space Preserve, I read several articles that detailed the environment of the preserve, including maps and text from the MidPen Regional Open…
By Neil Wiley · August 2026 · Volume MMXXVI, Number 8
Coal Mine Ridge Nature Preserve
Forty years ago, I was exploring the Bay Area in my new white Mustang convertible. My map showed me a road up to Skyline Blvd called Alpine. I was nearing the summit when my car sunk a…
By Neil Wiley · April 2026 · Volume MMXXVI, Number 4
the southwest, including the hills of the — neighboring Midpen’s Windy Hill Open
The trails I took offered mild climbs on shaded single-tracks. Maples and oaks provided excellent shade and soft, leafy paths. It was a pleasant and comfortable environment with some…
By Space Preserve. · April 2026 · Volume MMXXVI, Number 4
La Honda Creek Open Space
Driving up Skyline Boulevard on a sunny weekday is one of my favorite expeditions. It’s a great way to experience beautiful nature views, escape traffic, and explore something new…
By Neil Wiley · March 2026 · Volume MMXXVI, Number 3