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 With school back in session, we’re keeping it simple with a trip to one of our favorite neighborhood parks, Glen Alla Park. To try this adventure outside of the Los Angeles area … go explore a … [Read more...]
SansBug: An Outdoor Play Tent & More
I’d never heard of a SansBug before being approached to give one of their pop-up tents a trial run earlier this summer. But since I knew we’d be heading off on our first beyond-the-backyard camping adventure at Leo Carrillo State Park, I figured I’d give it a go. One of the SansBug’s big claims to fame is that it keeps bugs out (hence the name) – something especially … [Read more...]
Top 10 Summer Firsts
Welcome back to “Top Ten Tuesdays,” where I share one of my many nature-themed idea lists. Enjoy! Top 10 Summer Firsts This week’s list was inspired by a post called 8 Summer Firsts, from fellow nature girl Michele at Fun Orange County Parks. It got me thinking about our own summer “firsts.” Here goes: 1. First trip to the family farm 2. First ride on a tractor 3. … [Read more...]
Back-to-School Green Hour Tip: Keep It Simple
Today’s post is part of “Your Green Hour Survival Guide,” a series which I hope will inspire you to make getting outside every day a habit. It’s official: summer’s over. At least the part with the long, lazy days spent doing whatever we want. The Big Explorer went back to school last week giving our carefree days of summer a big reality check. But no fear! Getting our 15 … [Read more...]
Everyday Nature: Our Garden Carrots
Our pint-sized garden carrots. An improvement over last year's non-existent ones!Everyday Nature is dedicated to highlighting the beauty, magic and wonder of the natural world in the city and beyond. How did you enjoy nature this week? … [Read more...]