The new Ryan Ranch Disc Golf Course presents a sturdy (and lengthy) challenge.

There are many challenges for local disc golfers at the new Ryan Ranch Disc Golf Course. Large oak tree canopies act like giant catcher’s mitts, grabbing soaring discs from the... read on»

By Stuart Thornton posted August 21, 2008 12:00 AM

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The best outdoor public pools to visit this summer have their various strengths.

As the June-July gloom starts to drift away, Monterey County residents can look forward to warm, sunny days. The options the weather encourages are everywhere: surfing, hiking, camping… ... read on»

By Qres Ephraim posted August 14, 2008 12:00 AM

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Newly renovated public tennis courts have Seaside beaming.

On a breezy summer Friday, Seaside’s Wheeler Street tennis courts– perched above the city like a condor’s nest– pulse with festivities. Dozens of community members are here to celebrate the... read on»

By Adam Joseph posted August 07, 2008 12:00 AM

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There’s a wealth of action to soak up at the Pebble Beach Equestrian Classic– for more than just horse lovers.

Everything is moving quickly. Every muscle on the horse seems to bulge beneath his thin brown fur as his powerful hooves kick dirt into the air. Everything’s rider, Duncan McFarlan,... read on»

By Eden Draper posted July 31, 2008 12:00 AM

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Fort Ord’s less-trafficked half offers great scenery and a labyrinth of fun mountain bike trails.

Given the shiny red poison oak leaves at the entrance to Fort Ord Public Lands’ Blair Witch Trail– and the dense thicket of oaks and chaparral behind them– it seems... read on»

By Zachary Stahl posted July 24, 2008 12:00 AM

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Both the MotoGP and its fans (including the author) are something to behold.

It was 5am on a tiny little island, and we were still up. The latest MotoGP race at Assen in Holland was about to begin. The sheets were soaked, and... read on»

By John Maynier posted July 17, 2008 12:00 AM

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Different user-friendly snorkeling spots to hit up.

A finned torpedo swoops straight at the land mammal’s facemask, ducking away at the last moment. The diveby, which comes near enough that the whites of the lion’s eyes flash... read on»

By Mark C. Anderson posted July 10, 2008 12:00 AM

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Exploring the outdoors with the help of two local dog-hike experts.

I’ve seen this kind of wooly enthusiasm before– the tongue dangling grin, the happy prancing. And I’ve been seeing it more regularly of late– and not because I’m sneaking the... read on»

By Mark C. Anderson posted July 03, 2008 12:00 AM

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