Traverse, to move through or travel across an area. While on an adventure, especially within California, most Californians within the Central Valley tend to travel through places such as San Luis. This photo was taken at the San Luis Reservoir, California’s State Recreation Area. I took this photo on the 28th of January this year while on a family trip.

Every year my family and I travel to Pebble Beach, and just as many other families travel to the coastline from the valley, we pass the San Luis Reservoir. I'm 18 and ever since I can remember, every time I've seen the reservoir while on a trip, I'd be stunned. It's a beautiful place that many who pass, tend to stop and often embrace while on their own journeys.

I call this place the Traverse, it's my nickname for it since it's a large place that many travel through while on their own adventures. I believe this photo perfectly captures what it means to be adventuring through California because of it. It leaves a memorable experience while you're out on an adventure.