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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]