A Weekend in Visalia
For much of the summer I’ve been stuck at home and nursing a case of cabin fever. The open road was calling my name and all I wanted to do was get back out there. As soon as I was able I was ready to […]
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Visiting Red Rock Canyon State Park
A few months ago when I had my Mojave Desert adventure around Boron and Randsburg I discovered a whole new world. Previously the desert had been a big mystery to me and, frankly, I thought there was little to see. Of course, I was totally […]
Spooky California and the Legend of Elizabeth Lake
Circumstances beyond my control have kept me home-bound for much of the summer and, let me tell you, it hasn’t been easy to curb my exploring. Luckily, I do love to read and I’ve been spending time working my way through my (seemingly endless) bookshelf. […]
Visiting the Oak of the Golden Dream
I brake for brown signs. Ok. Perhaps I should elaborate. You know those signs along California roadways that point out historic sites? I love those. Every time I pass one I’m instantly interested and often detour just to see what special spot it’s guiding me […]
Touring the Los Cerritos Wetlands
When it comes to the natural environment in Southern California things aren’t always as they seem. Take for instance the area around PCH and 2nd Street on the Long Beach/Seal Beach border. To the the naked eye it may seem like a barren landscape dotted […]
Exploring “Wild LA” with the Natural History Museum
It’s no secret I love Natural History Museum LA – it’s practically my second home! So when I heard it they were a new book called Wild L.A.: Explore the Amazing Nature In and Around Los Angeles I immediately put in on my Amazon wish list. […]