Visual adventure from Carlos Eliason
So, my sister gets married, and she does so in typical Eliason fashion: in the woods, on a mountain. Who would ever complain? Without divulging too many details, I will say this. Having a vacation wedding in a setting so familiar to our families was such a payoff. Although friends and family members alike to … Continue reading A wedding in the mountains, surrounded by ladybugs
Oh the joys of finding new images to love in a set of pics you’ve already gone through. I couldn’t help myself but post again, especially since it seems some of these gems were hiding. As with my previous post, all were from Point Reyes, New Year’s Day backpacking. Make sure to go big screen! Continue reading Point Reyes, Side B
Reaching the first campsite was easy. About 6 miles in and without very much elevation change, it was a peaceful walk in the park. New shoes and a new backpack, I was ecstatic. New Year’s Day, perfect weather, we hit Glen Camp before we knew it. …And almost wish we didn’t. I knew a cold … Continue reading An awkwardly cold coast; Three days in Point Reyes
To everyone, Christmas means something a little different. For me, it may not necessarily be the religious holiday, but more a chance to reflect on the year, celebrate being halfway through winter, cherish traditions and better connect with my roots. Every year, it seems, I find myself closer to my Swedish ancestry. Finding traditions of … Continue reading Eliason Christmas, 2014
2014: one more year of positives. Of doing things my way, versus the ways others make me feel guilty for, or at least some that society imposes upon me. Another full 365 days of doing things that make me feel good, scared, anxious or even downright terrified, all because I choose that path. Of surrounding … Continue reading Reflections on a year gone by
It isn’t that hard really. But it is. You’re lugging around 50 to 60 pounds on your back, a few days in the wilderness, and what have you brought with you? Food, clothes, shelter and glass. No, not those goofy glass flasks, (more on that later) but camera lenses. Choosing a lens to accompany your … Continue reading DSLR Lenses and backpacking: Weight to awesome ratio
I would call this place a hidden gem if it weren’t for the packs of air-headed day hikers roaming through the area. All the same, Lake Winnemucca near Carson Pass on HWY88 makes for quite the overnight trip through Mokelumne Wilderness. Meandering between valleys and through alpine meadows is a serene, relaxing hike, with the … Continue reading The intimate valley of Round Top
