I was out at Brushy Peak this weekend for a quick 4.5 mi hike around the main peak loop.  After parking, I noticed the SUV right next to me had its window smashed.

Don’t leave bags visible!

A long time ago a friend of mine had her car window smashed, even though it was parked in the driveway of my parent’s house in Danville. As told to me by the police at the time, the common theme was thieves smashing windows and grabbing almost any kind of bag  in plain view.

So always remember, never leave any bags in plain sight in your unattended vehicle! Backpacks, purses, lunch bags, gym bags, etc.

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September at Brushy Peak brings golden hills and a rush of trail runners taking advantage of the dry trails and cool mornings of the Livermore valley.

Our quick 3.0 mile hike on the Brushy Peak -Tamcan – Laughlin Ranch Loop trail encountered red-tailed hawks, coyotes, dog walkers, and many, many trainers.  Tough Mudder enthusiasts occupied the wide inclines of the Laughlin Loop trail carrying grimace inducing rocks, buckets, and sand bags.

Raptor activity Saturday morning was low, but we did find an accommodating red-tailed hawk on the Laughlin Ranch Loop trail.

Getting ready to leave, a stealthy coyote emerged from the grassy area just south of the parking lot.

Have you been to Brushy Peak this season? Do you have any favorite trails or areas? We’d like to hear your stories!

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Brushy Peak was incredibly active this weekend. Around the peak, 6-8 red tailed hawks could be seen at the same time. But an odd interloper stood out amongst the crowd: A bald eagle! However, upon closer inspection it appears this eagle may have Long-Billed Hawk syndrome.

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