Okay, I admit it: The Explorers and I have yet to go ice skating – indoors or out. (The Big Explorer has a curious fear of falling and I’m not too sure-footed myself.) But after checking out all the options available right here in Los Angeles, I’m thinking this is the year we finally give it a try. If you’re wondering where you can glide on ice outdoors this holiday … [Read more...]
NHMLA Spider Pavilion
Spiders. People tend to either love ’em or hate ’em. Even if you’re more of a hater, you’ll want to stick around for this one. See, I’m not a huge fan of spiders, either. In fact, they sorta creep me out. But I do spend my fair share of time marveling at webs. There’s something captivating about them once you get over your initial eeks. But it’s tough to shake those … [Read more...]
A Nature Explorer’s Guide to Exposition Park
This week, The Big Explorer is attending day camp at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County. As a soon-to-be second grader, he’s part of the Junior Dinosaur Institute learning about all things paleontology. Needless to say, he’s loving it. The Natural History Museum is just one of several spots we like to explore within Exposition Park. The Park’s 160 acres also … [Read more...]
Exploring Nature in Hancock Park: The George C. Page Museum & the La Brea Tar Pits
For a day of family fun, try exploring nature in Hancock Park at the George C. Page Museum and the La Brea Tar Pits. We didn’t head there with the intention of exploring Hancock Park, but that’s what happened. In fact, I visited the museum countless times as a kid, but never knew the outdoor play space was even there. Our visit started with a look-see around the George C. … [Read more...]
Getting Up Close and Personal With Spiders
I have to be honest: I don’t really like spiders. They sorta give me the heebie-jeebies. That said, I marvel at their work. In fact, not so long ago, the big explorer and I stood in our driveway in awe watching a spider weave its web on the hedge. It was breathtaking. But I certainly wasn’t very eager to get up close and personal with free-range spiders at the Natural … [Read more...]