For those of us living in Southern California, the idea of taking a day trip to the snow seems simple enough, until you realize that it requires some preparation - and I’m not just talking about chains for your tires. If we’re heading to the snow, we’ve gotta do some gearing up for snow play, right? Before taking our first family trip to the snow, I turned to a fellow … [Read more...]
El Matador State Beach
I call discovering El Matador State Beach our “happy mishap.”Our adventure started out as a trip to the tide pools at Leo Carillo State Park. But when we arrived, we learned that it was high tide and the tide pools were actually under water. (Note to self: Always check the tide tables before heading off to the beach with little ones!) In a desperate attempt not to squander away … [Read more...]
Fun Friday: Nighttime Neighborhood Walks
Fun Friday activities are quick-and-simple ways to explore nature in your own backyard. The idea: Head out the front door for a nighttime walk around the neighborhood.With my oldest in all-day kindergarten (and an afterschool program to boot), we don’t get much time to play outside during the week. Taking a walk after dinner is one of the easiest ways for our family to get … [Read more...]
I Hereby Accept the Honest Scrap Award
I have been tagged by fellow outdoor blogger Shannon of Backyard Mama for the Honest Scrap Award. Thanks for the nod, Shannon, and for wanting to discover a little more about me.So here’s how this game of blogger tag works: I have to share 10 really honest things about myself that you wouldn’t necessarily know from reading my blog, following me on Twitter or Facebook, or … [Read more...]
STAR ECO Station
A wildlife rescue center in the heart of Culver City? I didn’t believe it myself until we went to see for sure. Turns out it’s true! STAR Eco Station is an 18,000-square-foot wildlife rescue center for illegal, abandoned and abused exotic wildlife. Guided tours of the facility are available every weekend and last between 45 minutes and an hour. Tours of Eco Station introduce … [Read more...]