Ah, that was another recent post, not this one, but I'm glad you liked it.

Cherries as sweet as candy. Yum!

It's not mine, unfortunately! These are from some nearby yards and orchards. I sure wish I had a backyard covered in trees.

Nature is very relaxing.

This thing has a lot of problems, Carl. Thanks for speaking out.

Most of them do not seek them out like Muir did. There could have been some revisionism; riding the avalanche could have been an accident, but he seemed to be looking for one that day.

Keep the current reward scheme. Let people upvote their own content for profit if they want to do so. Make on-ramps and sign ups as smooth as possible. Promote the heck out of the opportunity that exists

You're not the only one. Cluck cluck.

Walking can be hiking, too!

Well said!

Yes, those are good also. I am not a climber, and definitely not comfortable that far off the ground, but I do live somewhat vicariously by watching some of those movies.

The trailer is enough to get a sense of it.

Every country has its beautiful places, too.

Yes, definitely try out that movie! The scenic wonders of California span from coast to mountains and from Oregon to Mexico. I'm glad people have spared a few good spots for nature.

Great story! Alex seemed very down to earth (if slightly lost, as a lot of good people are) in the movie as well.

I've heard of a few people training their pets that way, so it is possible, but not common for dogs to do so.

Amazing idea. Maybe I will try it. He's gotten fairly good at whining when he wants to go out, though (mostly if he hears a squirrel in the yard).

It takes a LOT of dedication and willingness to take care of the animal. For the right person, it is a wonderful experience.

Cats can fend for themselves more easily than most dogs.

Good for her!