It's Only Up From Here

I had a pretty good time in Monterrey Bay which I will capture in this blog post. An episode of big brother, watching a few polar plunges in the freezing central coast waters and a great chinese meal later, we hit the road again Missed the shot at night  I knew it was coming up and I was able to get the Stadiums  Add caption Yes, I was there to hear it ring Coolest part of the tour of UC Berkely Eucalyptus' rising high in Berkely The smallest California mission we've seen thus far Mission San Jose Camino del Rey Bells litter the way to the various missions Once again the mountains of the Bay Area take the trophy! Entrance of San Jose State University Oldest building on Campus The bell had to go somewhere, why not here Entering yet another valley on our way to Monterrey Bay Anyone know what's on the other side? Undoubtedly the craziest trees i've ever seen Monterrey Pine in t...

The mountains turn into shore so quickly San Francisco Ferry Building San Francisco - Oakland Bay Bridge  1st Trolley of the day Frying up crabs in Fishermans Wharf Coit Tower- dedicated to the city's Firemen Our tour boat; Had a qucik conversation with a German family who were picking up their son's who also just finished their CBYX-PPP program... It's a small world The water is so beautiful Fort Mason Center Finally saw it with my own eyes Alcatraz  Can the sun defeat the Marine Layer Could you make the from Alcatraz? Not bread again ahahha The typical San Fran street Transamerica Pyramid; very cool building The timing and traffic worked out better than anticipated and we were able to enjoy the city before nightfall:) As we drove back across the bridge we were able to take in some more of Silicon Valley before arriving to our hotel.

Our drive up the mountains continued as our altitude continued to swiftly rise. Add caption Transition zone at its finest One of the few rivers still flowing Storms build, hopefully the showers hold off. Any guesses on this flora's identity? Pretty fun climb:) When you think about things they happen... Yes, we saw a Baby Bear xD Giants in almost every way Care to go for a ride? Welcome to the Jungle weirdest root system i've ever seen #FallenGiant Clearing as we enter the transition zone on our descent. Christmas tree anyone? The rain begins to let up as we approach the valley  Fire is a part of life with more benefits than many acknowledge Add caption Till next time