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The Girls Gone Wilder and their studs on May 18, 2014. Left to right: Megan, DJay, Joh, Dr Wendy, Alyse, Brigitte, Angela, Sabine.

A day of pedaling, girl time, beer and shopping.

Kids of Summer

Summer camp reconnects kids with nature. Photo courtesy Museum of Natural History.

Summer camp rocks. Here are some that your young'uns will love.

The Outdoor Poet: Neal Whitman

Glass Beach, Fort Bragg, California, by Jef Poskanzer

From the Pacific Grove poet, "Ocean Gifts" and "The Sky Has No Borders."

GGW Going Wild!

Brittany Bolen (front) and Jennifer Joy round the bend at the March pump track session with Shine. Photo by Clay Ryon.

Two—count 'em, two!—rides this month: Pump track on May 10 and Wilder Ranch on May 18.

A Wild Bird, A Feral Cat and The Nature of Things

Sometimes it can be hard to know if you're helping or harming a wild animal.

Ten Reasons to Save The Redwoods Today. No, Really. Today.

Share some greenbacks with Big Green. Photo of the Advocate Tree in Forest of Nisene Marks State Park by Hilltromper.

Sempervirens Fund is holding a one-day fundraising drive to save the redwood forest. Here are 10 reasons to join the effort.

Sweet Summertime at the Mission Adobe

The 190-year-old Mission Adobe overlooks downtown Santa Cruz.

Bring life, love and laughter to the Mission Adobe this summer with Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks' newly announced Summer Series. Enjoy cultural events, local artists and music, outdoor movies and a Mole and Mariachi festival all within the shadow of the adobe walls.

The Outdoor Poet: James Maughn

From the Cabrillo College instructor and New Cadence Poetry Series founder, "Crescent Flower."

Twin Oaks Tromp

Sky lupine on Twin Oaks Trail, a welcome sign of spring.

Sky lupine, blue-eyed grass, checkerbloom and a bazillion poppies are out on this favorite trail of mountain bikers and hikers alike.

Star Creek Ranch Adventure

California Bush Poppies are abundant on Star Creek Ranch's sunny ridges.

Exploring the Land Trust's 1,200-acre gem in the Pajaro Hills.

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