Author Archive for: markskor

About markskor

Mark, (a.k.a. "markskor") - serves as an Administrator for the High Sierra Topix Community.

Artist, fisherman/ backpacker, back-country chef...a true Renaissance man - possesses both art and science degrees from UCLA.

He first completed the JMT in 1969 and Sierra-hooked ever since. Today Mark teaches high school art, making his winter home in Mammoth Lakes. Come summers though, he can’t be easily found as usually off-trail somewhere, fishing...high and deep Sierra.

Entries by markskor

Hitchhiking, Bus Connections and Ride-Sharing

April 9, 2016 in Backpacking, How-To, Opinion, Technique, Transportation /by markskor

Following are some basic Sierra hitchhiking strategies I and my comrades in Sierran hitching have learned…

Culinary Aspects of Sierra Trout, Safe Practices, Gutting/Cleaning and Cooking Methods

May 16, 2015 in Backpacking, Cooking, Fishing, Food, How-To /by markskor

Here’s a discussion on some culinary aspects of Sierra trout…

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Other Wicked Sierra Nevada Sports • Mcgee Mountain Road
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Well that's good to know. I may give it a try and see if I add more pin strips […]
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