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What is a Chipalope you ask? A Chipalope is an imaginary creature my daughter and I discovered when we lived way up north in California. In the link above, there’s a wonderful story for kids about a magical animal that lives at a place called Confusion Hill. I found this place when I was going through a confusing part of my life, so of course, I was drawn to it...haha The confusion had to do with a divorce, new career, being a single parent, the usual confusion causes in life, I’m slowly emerging from the confusion. But the Chipalope still have a special place in my heart. The area is also on the way to some of the most incredible redwood forests in the country -- Richardson Grove SP and Humboldt SP.One night in a tent in those redwoods and everything became clear.
(Some of you may wonder why not “Surfnburn.” Someone else already snagged the name on Tumbler and Twitter...grrr.)
No, we aren't playing tricks on you — these animals exist.
Is that a Chipalope we spot so far from Confusion Hill?!
Touristing!
Redwoods, CA
2013