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October 4, 2019 at 10:20 am

How to catch your own cougar and wildlife photos

Trail cameras are a chance to get close to wildlife without putting your life on the line.

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October 3, 2019 at 1:48 pm

Cougars caught on camera: A stark reminder we live among very big cats VIEW

Mountain lions are majestic and a little terrifying, and they’re around us — whether we see them or not.

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August 22, 2019 at 6:00 am

Cute to ferocious: The coolest animals you might spot on local hikes VIEW

Fall is an excellent time to spot wild animals, as you can still access the highest hikes and the animals are in a flurry preparing...

Stephanie Zito, of Portland, says problems — like the time her vehicle got stuck in a sand dune in Morocco, just as a camel train came by — make for the best travel stories. (Courtesy of Stephanie Zito)

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July 18, 2019 at 6:00 am

Want the best possible travel story? Lean into your vacation disasters VIEW

Hurricanes, vehicle breakdowns, cancelled flights. Stuff happens — especially on vacation. Local experts provide tips on getting through it, and maybe even making the most of...

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June 28, 2019 at 6:00 am

The magical experience of summer camp VIEW

An unabashed lover of summer camp explains why camp is cool.

Family travel forces you to slow down and balance the thrills with quieter moments of wonder, and San Diego is close enough to be convenient, yet exotic enough to feel otherworldly to a child.

May 23, 2019 at 7:00 am

Weekend getaways: With Legoland, grizzly-watching and other kid-friendly delights, parents can’t lose in San Diego VIEW

My wife and I wanted a vacation that would expose our 4-year-old to textures, sights and smells that feel foreign, and southern California is close...