The Idiot is spending two weeks on the Pacific Ocean to train for his upcoming MedTrek down the coasts of Lebanon and Israel in September. Although the dramatic northern California oceanside contrasts with the southeastern Mediterranean seaside, the refreshingly cool weather and rocky/sandy beaches are an ideal hiking locale.
A stretch of Pacific Ocean beach south of Trinidad, California.
The Idiot approaches orca-shaped Trinidad Head in northern Califorina. (Photo: Liz Chapin)
Descending to Luffenholtz Beach south of Trinidad, CA.
The Idiot meets dogs, nudists and other hikers while strolling on the Humboldt County seashore.
A hiker on the Hammond Coastal Trail near McKinleyville, CA.
Bear and Beezer take a dip on Luffenholtz Beach. (Photo: Liz Chapin)
A nudist in the distance on a sandy beach near Baker Ranch Road.
Naturally there are a number of historical distactions, including a lighthouse in Trinidad where The Idiot’s family members are among those listed as having been buried at sea.
The Idiot’s maternal grandparents, stepfather, younger brother and an aunt are among those listed on the wall at the Trinidad Lighthouse. They were all “buried at sea.”(Photo: Liz Chapin)
And it’s hard to beat the Pacific Ocean sunsets.
The Idiot catches a dramatic sunset before….
….crashing at the end of the day’s hike. (Photo: Liz Chapin)
Next Week: The Idiot’s training takes him deep into the redwoods.
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