Sandi Hemmerlein
Sandi Hemmerlein is a writer and photographer. Based in L.A. but constantly on the prowl for new adventure, she spends most of her time nurturing her interest in birds, animals, neon, historic theaters, puppets, trains, folk art, and stained glass. In addition to her work for PBS SoCal, Sandi also documents everything on her own website Avoiding Regret.
If you're looking to meet new people or want to walk a trail without having to navigate yourself, there are plenty of group hiking options to suit your preferences.
The organization reached a stumbling block with U.S. Forest Service bureaucracy after failing to submit a formal proposal to request a permit.
A local group is trying to purchase Sturtevant Camp in the San Gabriel Mountains. Despite its charm and historic significance, the camp will pose a lot of challenges for the future owners.