The 33-acre Conejo Valley Botanic Garden is home to several unique, hillside specialty gardens, a hiking trail and more – all tucked away amid the mall, mountains and freeway in Thousand Oaks. Although there are plenty of specialty gardens to see here, our primary reason for visiting was to explore the Kid’s Adventure Garden. It’s a magical space dedicated to helping kids … [Read more...]
Field Trip Friday: The Getty Center
Ever visited a museum and not gone inside the buildings? Sounds nuts, I know, but that’s what we did this week when we visited the Getty Center. That’s because we spent all of our time outside exploring the Center’s amazing gardens. Our destination: The 134,000-square-foot Central Garden, which lies at the heart of the Getty Center. Who knew that just getting there would be … [Read more...]
Field Trip Friday: Descanso Gardens
Welcome to “Field Trip Friday” where I share an idea for a fun outing in nature. The setting is specific, but the advice is intended for use wherever you might call home. The Plan Enjoy an outdoor play date at Descanso Gardens. To try this adventure outside of the Los Angeles area … Make a play date with friends and take it outside to a botanical garden near … [Read more...]
Field Trip Friday: Family Scavenger Hunt at Fullerton Arboretum
Welcome to “Field Trip Friday” where I share an idea for a fun outing in nature. The setting is specific, but the advice is intended for use wherever you might call home. The Plan Enjoy an early evening family scavenger hunt at Fullerton Arboretum. To try this adventure outside of the Los Angeles area … Grab your favorite outdoor scavenger hunt and head to the nearest … [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...]