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Exploring South Coast Botanic Garden With Kids

by Debi Huang

It’s been a while since we’ve had a nature adventure much beyond our own backyard. But this weekend, we enjoyed a wonderful afternoon with friends at South Coast Botanic Garden.This 87-acre public garden is filled with plants representing more than 2,000 different species from places as far away as Australia and southern Africa. Which boils down to this: It’s a big enough place … [Read more...]

The Cabrillo Marine Aquarium

by Debi Huang

After our tidepool discoveries at Point Fermin State Marine Park, we headed to the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium just a short walk away. If you’ve been to the nearby Aquarium of the Pacific, this place is a refreshing change. What it lacks in size and newness it more than makes up for in its price and much smaller crowds. What’s even better is that it’s located within Cabrillo … [Read more...]

Tidepool Discoveries at Point Fermin State Marine Park

by Debi Huang

Ever since the debacle learning experience we had when we showed up at Leo Carillo State Park during high tide instead of low, I’ve been itching to visit a Southern California tide pool with the big explorer.The first week of summer break seemed like the perfect opportunity. When a check of the tide charts for Point Fermin State Marine Park in San Pedro showed a midday low … [Read more...]

The Best Spots in Los Angeles for Winter Outdoor Fun

by Debi Huang

Los Angeles has its fair share of traffic problems, smog, rude, stressed-out drivers and overcrowded attractions. But as a native, I can tell you that the amazing weather almost makes up for all of that. We’ve had some cold and rainy days this winter, true enough. But more often than not, we’ve had sunny, clear skies with plenty of reason to be outside and enjoy it. … [Read more...]

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Los Angeles based family nature expert sharing family-friendly outdoor trips in LA since 2009.  Contributor at NaturePlayTrips.com.

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