Ricky and the Uncles

Updates

We’re back!

So, it’s been a few weeks since we wrapped up our trip. We have all...

November 13, 2016 josh
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Change of Plans

Right now we are sitting the Degnan’s Cafe at Yosemite National Park charging all our gear,...

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Ricky and the Uncles

We are Ricky and the Uncles–Ricky (right), Josh (left), and Jesse (middle). Growing up in South Carolina, we spent a good deal of time outdoors. By happenstance we have all ended up living in California. Two of us fathers and all of us uncles, we are hoping to pass on the adventure to our next generation and to you. Join us as we explore all of the California National Parks from September 24 to October 2.

our trip

September 24 - October 2

Redwoods National Park

Saturday, September 24

DONE!

  • Drive Thru Trees (Weren’t there)
  • Must See NorCal Coast

Lassen National Park

Sunday, September 25

DONE!

Yosemite National Park

Monday, September 26

DONE!

  • Sunrise at Glacier Point Tunnel View
  • Tour the Valley
  • Hike to Muir Lake around Glacier Point

DONE!

  • Check out giant Sequoias
  • Check out General Sherman, the largest tree in the world!
  • Hike Moro Rock
  • Camp for two nights

Death Valley National Park

Wednesday, September 28

POSTPONED 🙁

  • Dante’s View
  • Badwater Basin
  • Not die!

Joshua Tree National Park

Thursday, September 29

POSTPONED 🙁

  • Boulder and climb without dying
  • Visit Hidden Valley
  • Skull Rock

Channel Islands National Park

Friday, September 30

DONE!

  • Take ferry to Santa Cruz Island
  • Backpacking to Del Norte Campground
  • Backpacking to Caverns Point

Pinnacles National Park

Saturday, October 1

DONE!

  • Bouldering and climbing
  • Spelunking

Head Home

Sunday, October 2

We’re back! Stay tuned for more.

  • Get much needed sleep
  • Eat
  • Drink
  • Be Merry

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