Spending time at the beach and exploring local tide pools are some of our favorite outdoor activities in Los Angeles. We can feel the breeze on our faces, the sand between our toes and the water on our feet. Sometimes we can even see some cool sea critters up close. But a lot of the animals that call the Pacific Ocean home can’t be seen from the beach or shore. That’s where … [Read more...]
Annual Passes Every Los Angeles Family With Kids Should Have
Exploring Los Angeles' great outdoors doesn't have to cost a lot of money. In fact, a day on the trails or at the beach is much less expensive than a day at an amusement park. And yet I'm willing to guess that more SoCal residents have season passes to Disneyland than to the California State Parks. Why not become an annual pass holder to the outdoors instead? These annual … [Read more...]
Family Friendly Fun at Santa Monica State Beach
When I think of California State Parks, Santa Monica State Beach certainly doesn’t strike me as a typical example. Where most of the state parks we’ve visited are quiet, serene spots to enjoy nature, Santa Monica State Beach is a park of another kind altogether. Stretching some three miles and covering 245 acres of sand along the Santa Monica Bay, this iconic beach features … [Read more...]
Deep Ocean Exploration at the Aquarium of the Pacific
When I shared some of our favorite children’s books about the ocean and marine life last month, I mentioned that we have a bit of a fascination with the deep ocean and its inhabitants. The challenge is finding a place to see these critters, since they live in an extreme environment that isn’t easy to replicate at sea level. Enter the new “Ocean Exploration” program at the … [Read more...]
The Big List of Outdoor Adventures for Los Angeles Kids
Los Angeles may be well known for the Hollywood Sign and seriously awful traffic. But those of us who call L.A. home also know it is full of amazing outdoor places for families to play and explore year round. This big list of outdoor adventures for Los Angeles kids is a great place to get some inspiration. No more excuses for not being able to find somewhere to explore nature … [Read more...]