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El Capitan, was amazing!!! It was snowing when we were there, we hiked in the snow!

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Sequoia where you can find the most biggest and old trees. And if you are lucky some bears 🐻

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I love the serenity of the Grand Canyon in the winter. The juxtaposition of the desert covered in snow is magical.

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Yosemite is an amazing place to hike and visit

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Point Lobos for Nature Lovers

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I will work on my backyard serenity space

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I will work on my backyard serenity space

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My backyard is big and I would love to create a beautiful and serene place to meditate and relax. I will focus on caring for the trees and bushes. It will help me and will help them.

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I really enjoy Ascot Hills. There are several trails and amazing views of the city.

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Yosemite is one of my favorites 🤗

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So tranquil and beautiful to walk along. Great camping too

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Wow! going to check this out. I want to try this and show it to my class.

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The newest national park! My family went there during Memorial Day weekend. Planning for the next one as we have an annual pass.⛰️

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It’s in the books for me. I have visited Joshua tree and Sequoia. My children love nature and it would be incredible to visit and relax for a few days, forget about the city for a while and focus on creating wonderful memories with my family.

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you can even see the stars on the other side of the planet 24/7

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I like to use some apple watch apps for heart rate and stress monitoring

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Walking alongside the most biologically populated segment of the LA River.

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The California Poppy fields are amazing in the spring in Tehachapi.

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I make time to take my dog on some well deserved time outdoor and have a full adventures with him. He’s going on 15 years now.

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Carlsbad Flower Fields https://www.theflowerfields.com/

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For all the valley hikers, this trail in Porter Ranch is my favorite. When it rains a lot the stream runs and the sound is so soothing.

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LIMEKILN CANYON PARKCity of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks

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Going to see the coreopsis bloom on Pt Dume - happens yearly after a good rain - look it up!

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Going to see the coreopsis bloom on Pt Dume - happens yearly after a good rain - look it up!

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Annual Coreopsis Display at Point Dume Natural Preserve in Malibu in Full Bloom — Conejo Valley Guide | Conejo Valley Events

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The Coreopsis are in full bloom at Point Dume Natural Preserve and are worth going out of your way for. Sweetening the deal this week was the migration of Painted Lady butterflies, stopping for a snack. Every year, March is the time to visit Point Dume to enjoy the peak blooming of the flowers, c

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Creating and maintaining world-class trails responsibly, sustainably, and collectively since 1997.

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Using the Calm App for getting to sleep!

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Helps me track my protein intake and making healthy decision on hw and what t fuel my body with

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This is one of the most beautiful and stunning national parks.

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The National Parks in So. Utah are amazing. You can visit all of them in a few days.

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I loved the ape cam especially. Thank you!

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Growing up in Japan, I always loved obstacle courses (like Ninja Warriors). I took my kids to one in Japan one summer without reading their website in advance that it's high in the trees (when my daughter is afraid of heights (*.*;) ) But we had fun.

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America’s Most Beautiful Bike Ride

June 1st, 2025

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I love visiting national parks. Seeing the wilderness and wildlife is always great

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I know this is not in the United States but this is one place I would love to visit.

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I have visited many national parks in the states and in Canada.   Canada has the most amazing national parks. 

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I have visited many national parks in the states and in Canada.   Canada has the most amazing national parks. 

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 Camping with the family? This can be your guide. 

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 Camping with the family? This can be your guide. 

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Ready to get back to the simple things in life? Head out for a family camping trip at one of these great, family-friendly campgrounds throughout California.

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My husband and I went to the Grand Canyon and this is how it looked. My first time there and it was snowing.

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I have always heard and seen pictures of the Redwood Trees, but I have not been in person. I want to go on a road trip to see them in person. It will happen soon.

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To someone who has never seen one, a Redwood tree must seem to be something from a tall tale. Averaging eight feet to as much as twenty feet in diameter, and some as tall as three hundred and seventy five feet. That is a tree taller than the Statue of Liberty, from base of the pedestal to the tip of the torch. A tree larger around and through than a Greyhound bus. A typical Redwood forest contains more biomass per square foot than ANY other area on earth, and that includes the Amazonian rain forests.

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More Information on Redwoods

We love our Redwood Forest and sharing all that we can about it with you. So for those of you who enjoy learning or just knowing more about everything and anything, we've gathered some interesting and historical information about these spectacular trees.

The Redwoods in Prehistory.

These largest of living things are from an ancient line, and near-relatives of redwoods were present on earth at the same time as the dinosaur. Once found almost world-wide, their natural range is now restricted to the foggy coastal belt of Northern California (the sequoia sempervirens), a strip in the Sierra Nevada mountains of sequoiadendron giganteum and a small group of metasequoia (Dawn Redwood) in a remote valley in China. These are the only living forests left of a tree line that at one time spanned most of the earth.

The Role of Weather in Redwood Growth and Range.

The Coastal Redwoods thrive on, and indeed require, the heavy fogs that are normal daily occurrences along the coast. These 300 foot plus tall giants actually pull moisture into their needles at the tops of the tree where the circulation system of the tree can't pump to. The 50-60 degree average temperature of the area are also important to the life cycle of these trees. These two conditions are limits to the modern day range of these awesome giants. They will grow about anywhere, as evidenced by photos people have sent us over the years of trees growing in such disparate places as Fresno California, Waycross Georgia, Florida and even one hardy voyager in Phoenix Arizona. But they will never attain their true size and stature without the Coastal fogs and temperatures that nurture them and at the same time keep other competing species, such as pines, stunted and sodden.

Redwood Survival Strategies Are Varied and Intricate.

The bark of a coastal redwood is very thick, as much as a foot in places. And it exhibits an unusual property when exposed to fire - it chars into a heat shield. It actually turns into an effective ablative, similar to the way a heat shield on a re-entry vehicle works. The chemical composition of the tree itself is apparently distasteful or even poisonous to normal tree pests like termites and ants. That is why it was used as the first layer of boards in a wall, because termites and carpenter ants won't burrow into it. In the 30's to the early 60's redwood was used as a separator between the plates of electrolytic (auto, truck and airplane) batteries. The wood could withstand the battery acid and still retain its shape. Redwood is very resistant to water-associated rot. It is not uncommon to drill a well in a creek bed in this area and end up drilling right through a redwood log that may have been buried there for thousands of years. The wood comes out of the pipe sound and in good shape.

Unusual Redwood Proliferation Strategies.

A live redwood that is knocked over will attempt to continue growing via its limbs. If undisturbed, the limbs pointing up will turn into trees in their own right, and this is indeed the source of many row groups of trees.

Cathedral or family groups of trees are simply trees that have grown up from the living remains of the stump of a fallen redwood, and since they grew out of the perimeter, they are organized in a circle. If you looked at the genetic information in a cell of each of these trees, you would find that they were identical to each other and to the stump they sprang from. They are clones!

The redwood burls are another survival strategy. Their growth is held in check by the presence of chemical signals in a living redwood. If the tree should die, or even be stressed, say by low rainfall or fire, the chemical signal weakens or vanishes and the burl will burst forth into verdant life. Burls kept in a shallow pan of water will grow almost indefinitely. They can also continue on to become a full grown redwood tree. At the very least, if watered they will produce a lovely fringe of green pseudo branches and make a very interesting looking and unusual house plant.

Lastly, there is the conventional sexual reproduction system of seeds. About 20% of today's present trees sprang from seeds. The rest came from one of the various cloning-based proliferation strategies. Genetically, it's the same tree after each successive cloning process. 80% of the trees now growing were produced in one these cloning processes. If you connect these two facts, you will come to realize that some of those trees out there could be the last in a 20,000 or 30,000 year (or more) line of the SAME tree reproducing itself over and over again! Genetically, they are the same tree that grew from a seed all those centuries ago! Would it be proper to place the age of one of these trees as the true age of its unchanged genetic material? I don't know, but these amazing trees are truly ever-living.

The information below was gleaned from two excellent articles on the subject of redwoods. Thanks and appreciation to the authors, Dr. Herbert G. Baker and James A. Snyder for allowing us to make them available on the internet.

The Redwood - Surviving on The Floodplains.

Coastal Redwoods have the unique ability to survive rising soil levels over their immense lifespans. Rising ground levels are commonly brought about by flood deposits, deposits that typically smother other tree root systems, killing them. The redwood simply grows a new lateral root system! Seven successive layers of roots were observed on one fallen redwood meaning that the ground level had risen dramatically up the tree seven times and each time the tree responded with a new root system. The total rise on this particular tree was 11 feet over the tree's 1200+ year life. It has been observed that some 1000+ year old redwoods have experienced and survived rises in ground level of as much as 30 feet! Couple this with redwoods ability to survive long periods of immersion and their immense durability in the face of flood borne debris and you will realize that the redwood can survive and indeed thrive in flood planes that wipe out less hardy tree species.

Three Living Species of Redwood.

Th confined to a small valley in Central China, while the Coastal Redwood exists in a narrow strip along the Northern ey are classified as three separate genera: Coastal Redwood (Sequoia sempervirens), Sierra Redwood (Sequoiadendron gigantea) and the Dawn Redwood (metasequoia or glyptostroboides) The metasequoia was first found as a fossil by a Japanese botanist in China in 1941. Later, also during World War II, living specimens were discovered in a single valley in central China. The dawn redwood is deciduous while the sempervirens and the gigantea are both evergreen.

Redwoods in Ancient Times.

The Dawn Redwood and the Coastal Redwood spanned the Northern Hemisphere 65 million years ago while their beginning was much earlier, in the Upper Cretaceous, about 110 million years ago. From their maximum coverage during the beginning of the Tertiary period, 65 million years ago, the Dawn Redwoods have steadily declined until the natural population ended up beingCalifornia coast. The Sierra Redwood covered the same areas as the Coastal and the Dawn and in addition, Europe, and are now living in separate small groves in narrow valleys in a small area of the Sierras.

"Sequoia" - An Honorable Name.

The "Sequoia" part of Sequoia sempervirens and Sequoiadendron giganteum is in honor of the great Cherokee patriarch of the Cherokee written language, Sequoia. Several other names were used prior to settling on this most appropriate one. Other early names were "Wellingtonia" in honor of the Duke of Wellington and the very patriotic "Americus".

Redwoods vs. Tectonics and Geology.

Redwoods compensate for induced leans caused by shifting slopes, collisions of other trees, flood pressure and tectonic induced tilting, by the unusual ability to "buttress" their undersides through accelerated growth on the downhill side. It is possible to find groves of trees all leaning in the same direction!

Redwoods are Very Fast Growing.

A couple of notable examples: One tree that gained seven feet in diameter in 108 years. There are reports of second-growth yields of 5074 board feet per acre per year.

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An Unforgettable Experience! To someone who has never seen one, a Redwood tree must seem to be something from a tall tale. Averaging eight feet to as much as twenty feet in diameter, and some as tall as three hundred and seventy five feet. That is a tree taller than the Statue of Liberty, from [...]

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One more time, I don’t think it went through last time… this farm has a lavender festival. Out near Palm Springs. I’ve never been but it’s on my bucket list!

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One more time, I don’t think it went through last time… this farm has a lavender festival. Out near Palm Springs. I’ve never been but it’s on my bucket list!

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Visit 123 Farm for festivals held throughout the year - whether it’s the Sourdough Bread Festival, Sheep Shearing Festival, Lavender Nights or Christmas Nights event, the farm is open to the public on select dates. Become a member for free admission and parking to all of our festivals.

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Took my mom to a lovely trip to Carlsbad last year for her birthday. We loved the ranunculus! 🌸🩷💐🌷🌺

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Camping near Los Angeles, at Angeles National Forest & other beautiful outdoor sites

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I personally recommend Table Mountain for forest walking, clean air, and outdoor bliss

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Eight Great Camping Sites Near Los Angeles

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Read on for eight of the best campsites within two hours of Downtown L.A., where you can spend more time getting in touch with Mother Nature, and less time doomscrolling.

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Enjoy this restaurant one last time before they close at the end of June. Watch the sea lions and sun set.

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Tony P’s Dockside Grill, a beloved Marina del Rey fixture since 1997, is closing its doors on June 29 after 28 years of serving the community.

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Been meaning to visit this Lavender festival for several years now. Maybe this summer is the one! It’s close to Palm Springs.

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Visit 123 Farm for festivals held throughout the year - whether it’s the Sourdough Bread Festival, Sheep Shearing Festival, Lavender Nights or Christmas Nights event, the farm is open to the public on select dates. Become a member for free admission and parking to all of our festivals.

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I have yet to visit a national park, but it is most definitely on my bucket list to do!

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I have yet to visit a national park, but it is most definitely on my bucket list to do!

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Walking in nature and enjoying the gardens https://www.descansogardens.org/

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Located in a community-created park at N. Granada Ave, Tucson, Arizona, this walk-in sculpture was designed and constructed by the community and has since become a gateway to the neighborhood and a symbol of public art. The sculpture was commissioned through the Tucson Pima Arts Council Teaching Artist Grant and the artists led a group of local high school students through the process.

Bike Church references the rich cycling culture found in Tucson through it's recycled bike parts and acts as a communal memorial to cyclists. The custom designed 'stained glass' windows cast vibrant colors onto the white structure during the day and at night they create a glowing beacon in the landscape. Bike part chimes hang like organ pipes that visitors or the wind can play and fill the surrounding area with sound. The piece has become a landmark and gateway to the neighborhood, becoming a place for sorrow and joy; mourners regularly leave flowers for fallen cyclists and at least one couple has been married inside the piece. Bike Church is an aggregate that the public has enlivened by constantly adding to the artwork and using it in new unexpected ways.

In 2014 a park was created around the sculpture through a mixture of public and private funds.

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Bike Church is a walk-in metal sculpture located in a community-created park and constructed from recycled bike parts arranged into geometric forms. The sculpture was commissioned through the Tucson Pima Arts Council Teaching Artist Grant.

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My wife and I are scheduled to visit YellowStone National Park this Jun. Cant wait

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Just looking at the stars at night and taking deep breaths

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Just looking at the stars at night and taking deep breaths

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This hike has an amazing variety of sites and smells including strange geologic formations, frothy streambeds, tar pits, and many different plant communities. The Tataviam people used the naturally occurring asphalt for healing purposes and to seal their basketry. At about the 0.9 mile you will encounter a slot-like canyon called the Narrows which contains layers of nearly vertical rock formations. After the passage through the narrows stay left, then after another 200 yards stay left again and climb the switchbacks to the left that is called the Towsley Canyon Loop Trail. Topping out at 2,450 feet, the trail begins a steep winding descent and includes breathtaking views of lush hillsides and canyons as it heads into Wiley Canyon. Joining a dirt road turn left and head down the canyon. After almost a mile of hiking take the Canyon View Loop Trail to the left which traverses over a summit and takes you back down to Ed Davis Park by the ranger station.

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Land Acknowledgment and Recognition Statement The IIE at CSULB is located on the sacred site of Puvungna. We acknowledge that we are on the land of the Tongva/Gabrieleño and the Acjachemen/Juaneño Nations who have lived and continue to live here. We recognize the Tongva and Acjachemen Nations and their spiritual connection as the first stewards and the traditional caretakers of this land. We thank them for their strength, perseverance and resistance.

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Wonderful way to escape the madness of the city and return to nature. The Huntington has tons of walkways and paths leading to lush enclosures where you can feel thousands of miles away from the hustle & bustle of LA traffic, and the busi-ness of teaching. Its so important to model how to respond to stress for students, and encourage them to discover ways to relax.

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Botanical Living Collections

In addition to 130 acres of themed gardens, The Huntington has significant holdings of botanical living collections including orchids, cycads, and bonsai, examples of which may be found throughout the grounds. These core collections are being preserved, expanded, studied, and promoted for public appreciation, and support many areas of botanical research including conservation and cryopreservation. The collections also serve as the foundation of The Huntington's educational programming, including botanical lectures, gardening workshops and demonstrations, and plant sales.

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The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens will open a major new feature in its renowned Japanese Garden in the fall of 2023, when the reconstruction of a 320-year-old magistrate's (shōya) house from Marugame, Japan, will be complete. Named the Japanese Heritage Shōya House, the 3,000-square-foot residence was built around 1700 and served as the center of village life.

Join Tom Carruth, curator of the Rose Collections, as he reviews the roses available at this year's bare-root sale, discussing the various colors, scents, growth habits, and best planting practices. Bare-root roses available for sale in the plant sale nursery after the talk.

Explore the flora, architecture, stone paving patterns, writings and calligraphy of Liu Fang Yuan 流芳園, the Garden of Flowing Fragrance.

In addition to 130 acres of themed gardens, The Huntington has significant holdings of botanical living collections including orchids, camellias, cycads, and bonsai, examples of which may be found throughout the grounds. These core collections are being preserved, expanded, studied, and promoted for public appreciation, and support many areas of botanical research including conservation and cryopreservation.

The Huntington Botanical Gardens Herbarium (HNT) was founded in the 1960's by Myron Kimnach, director of the botanical gardens from 1962 to 1986. It is a depository of mostly exotic plant specimens used in research and teaching. The purpose of these specimens is to serve as documentation for research projects, and as resources for plant identification.

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In addition to 130 acres of themed gardens, The Huntington has significant holdings of botanical living collections including orchids, cycads, and bonsai, examples of which may be found throughout the grounds. These core collections are being preserved, expanded, studied, and promoted for public appreciation, and support many areas of botanical research including conservation and cryopreservation.

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Great hiking, and camping. Very near Los Olivos 10 min. wine road. 7 minutes from Soulvang. Lots of activities for everyone. Movie night under the sky, astronomy program form UC Santa Barbara. Lots of fun and relaxing only 80 min. from Los Angeles.

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Grand Canyon, AZ

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There's a MeetUp group that schedules several hikes a week all year long - mostly during the school day, unfortunately, but good during spring, summer, and winter breaks. It's called South Bay Walking & Hiking Group.

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They’re amazing to experience.

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This is our favorite trail. As you hike down you can feel, taste, smell and see our beautiful Pacific Ocean. Highly recommended.

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It is a little model of Denmark 🇩🇰 so cute it is in the close to the Santa Barbara

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Mt. Wilson Trail in Sierra Madre is beautiful and the views are amazing.

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Mt. Wilson Trail in Sierra Madre is beautiful and the views are amazing.

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6 pack of peaks! big challenge with difficult trails! 8-12 hour hikes! Calf and glutes will burn!!! but so rewarding once you reach the top!

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Getty Museum Maria Magdalena Campos- Pons Cuban exhibit Cuban Yoruba Art & performance 

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A Mother’s River of Tears | Performance by María Magdalena Campos-Pons

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This is a beautiful place to check out. Strolling through and seeing all the plants and trees is so relaxing and the peacocks are a bonus! They do offer classes and programs too.

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Lightscape, unfortunately, will not be here for the holidays. Visiting hours are 9am-5pm (last entry at 4:30pm). Early entry for members 8am. Tickets are available online here.

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Forest Bathing Class at the Huntington Library and Gardens, San Marino, CA

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Forest Bathing Class at the Huntington Library and Gardens, San Marino, CA

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Restore + Explore: Forest Bathing with Debra Wilbur | The Huntington

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Tune in with nature and find healing among the trees as you immerse yourself in the therapeutic energy of the garden. Join Certified Forest Therapy Guide Debra Wilbur to discover pathways to restore emotional and physical well-being.

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Enjoy the nature hikes through Malibu. Malibu Creek is a must!

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I love hiking Chantry Flats area. There is also a pack station at the end of your hike to grab a bite to eat after. There is a beautiful waterfall.

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I love hiking Chantry Flats area. There is also a pack station at the end of your hike to grab a bite to eat after. There is a beautiful waterfall.

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Angeles National Forest - Chantry Flat Picnic Area

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Angeles National Forest - Chantry Flat Picnic Area

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I live near here. It is beautiful The trail is supposed to reopen soon (closed due to Bobcat fire a few years ago). Worth the trip.

http://www.hike-losangeles.com/monrovia-canyon-waterfall-hike.html

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Monrovia Canyon Park is a hidden little gem owned and operated by the city of Monrovia in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains. Offering a number of amenities such as picnic areas, overnight…

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I love Fryman canyon in Studio city! AKA the Betty Dearing Trail. I can't wait until they reopen again

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It is beautiful and peaceful. Great place for hikes. They have several trails. Love taking my son on the different trails that are kid friendly.

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Joshua Tree National Park (U.S. National Park Service)

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Two distinct desert ecosystems, the Mojave and the Colorado, come together in Joshua Tree National Park. A fascinating variety of plants and animals make their homes in a land sculpted by strong winds and occasional torrents of rain. Dark night skies, a rich cultural history, and surreal geologic features add to the wonder of this vast wilderness in southern California. Come explore for yourself!

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On Wednesday, May 4th, 2022 our SkyTrail gondola will be closed for regular inspections. Our walking trails and Redwood Canopy Trail will remain open, at a discounted rate. Thank you for your understanding.

Welcome to Trees of Mystery!

Located in the heart of the Redwood Empire, at the very center of Redwood National and State Parks, Trees of Mystery is California's premier nature attraction on the North coast! Since 1946 we have been educating, entertaining, and introducing visitors from the world over to this awe-inspiring natural treasure. Welcome to the California Redwoods!

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scheduled Skytrail maintenance On Wednesday, May 4th, 2022 our SkyTrail gondola will be closed for regular inspections. Our walking trails and Redwood Canopy Trail will remain open, at a discounted rate. Thank you for your understanding. Welcome to Trees of Mystery! Located in the heart of the Redwood Empire, at the very center of Redwood [...]

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I use this site when traveling. It's local guides that you tip based on performance

https://www.freetour.com/los-angeles

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Free Tours in Los Angeles, USA | FREETOUR.com

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Get your Free Walking Tour in Los Angeles and discover its culture, incredible sites, stories & legends with entertaining and passionate local guides.

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https://www.alltrails.com/ar/trail/us/california/duarte-recreational-trail

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Great way to unwind!

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Looking for the best hiking trails in Culver City? Whether you’re getting ready to hike, bike, trail run, or explore other outdoor activities, AllTrails has 8 scenic trails in the Culver City area. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Explore one of 3 easy hiking trails in Culver City or discover kid-friendly routes for your next family trip. Check out some trails with historic sights or adventure through the nature areas surrounding Culver City that are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts at any skill level.

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Hip Camp , like a VRBO or AirBnb , but for CAMPING / GLAMPING

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Hip Camp , like a VRBO or AirBnb , but for CAMPING / GLAMPING

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Find yourself outside | Discover the best camping near you

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From public parks to private land, we're the most comprehensive guide to camping across the US. Camp on ranches, farms, vineyards and land preserves.

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Beautiful 15 acre light show

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Video and turn-by-turn directions to hike to the Bridge to Nowhere outside of LA, including permit info, tips, and parking pointers.

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Welcome! The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway-the world's largest rotating tram car-travels over two-and-one-half miles along the breathtaking cliffs of Chino Canyon, transporting riders to the pristine wilderness of the Mt. San Jacinto State Park. During your approximately ten-minute journey, tram cars rotate slowly, offering picturesque and spectacular vistas of the valley floor below.

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Volunteer events

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The Monarch Mile is proceeding carefully to build positive and lasting relationships among agencies, non-profits, diverse cultures, plants, and pollinators. The project has been collaborating with city officials to introduce native plant habitats to public spaces in Burbank, California. The first native plant habitats for The Monarch Mile were installed along the Chandler Bike Path in the Spring of 2021. In 2024, we continue to work along the bike path, converting thoughtfully chosen locations into pollinator-friendly spaces. The California native plant installations are designed to benefit the at-risk Monarch Butterfly and other essential pollinators. We are dedicated to sourcing clean plants, free from systemics, and to maintaining beautiful,

drought-tolerant spaces without the use of herbicides.
Thank you to the City of Burbank!

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Sustainability | The Monarch Mile | United States

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Incorporating native plants into residential, municipal, and corporate landscape design to improve local ecology and preserve the at risk Monarch Butterfly and other essential pollinators.

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I absolutely love hanging out at Big Bear Lake! There’s a treasure trove of fun waiting for you, whether it’s sizzling summer days or snowy winter wonderlands!

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Don Knabe Park in Cerritos is beautiful and fun to walk around in!

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The County of Los Angeles Department of Parks and Recreation has a long, proud history which has brought us to where we are today.

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Best Native Plant nursery!

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The Theodore Payne Foundation Online store makes it easy to shop our products from your computer or mobile device. Order seeds, books, clothing, garden tools and more to ship directly to your door. You can also shop our extensive plant availability and pick up in person at our Sun Valley headquarters.​

Plants are available for in-store pick up only, or you can visit us Tuesday through Saturday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM to shop in-store. We are closed Sunday and Monday.

Are you interested in hiring skilled native plant landscapers to care for your garden or work for your company? The TPF Job Board connects ecologically and sustainable-minded landscapers with companies and clients committed to the same goals. Jobs can be posted by anyone with an opportunity in SoCal focused on California native plants.
Are you a professional or aspiring landscaper interested in joining PEP? Click here to apply for PEP membership.

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Theodore Payne Foundation | Educating Southern Californians about the beauty and ecological benefits of California native plants.

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The Theodore Payne Foundation Online store makes it easy to shop our products from your computer or mobile device. Order seeds, books, clothing, garden tools and more to ship directly to your door.

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Was free for educators for while, not sure anymore.

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Calm is the #1 app for sleep and meditation. Join the millions experiencing better sleep, lower stress, and less anxiety.

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A week in the forest!

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Forestry Institute for Teachers (FIT) is a week-long Professional Development Progra m providing cross-curricular training in Next Generation Science Standards, STEAM, and Common Core through examination of current forestry issues.(1) Continuing Education Credits from UC Davis or Humboldt State University and (2) Optional $200 stipend support with completion of a curriculum project

Each year, the Forestry Institute for Teachers brings together 120 credentialed educators from across California to learn about forest ecosystems and how they influence our everyday lives. FIT graduates earn

USDA Nondiscrimination Statement :The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, and marital or family status. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information (Braille, large print, audio tape, etc.) should contact USDA's TARGET Center at 202-720-2600 (voice and TDD).
To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 14th and Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call (202) 720-5964 (voice or TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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Forestry Institute for Teachers (FIT) is a week-long Professional Development Progra m providing cross-curricular training in Next Generation Science Standards, STEAM, and Common Core through examination of current forestry issues.(1) Continuing Education Credits from UC Davis or Humboldt State University and (2) Optional $200 stipend support with completion of a curriculum project Each year, the Forestry Institute for Teachers brings together 120 credentialed educators from across California to learn about forest ecosystems and how they influence our everyday lives.

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Best opportunity for teachers!!! Incredible PD-

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Forestry Institute for Teachers (FIT) is a week-long Professional Development Progra m providing cross-curricular training in Next Generation Science Standards, STEAM, and Common Core through examination of current forestry issues.(1) Continuing Education Credits from UC Davis or Humboldt State University and (2) Optional $200 stipend support with completion of a curriculum project

Each year, the Forestry Institute for Teachers brings together 120 credentialed educators from across California to learn about forest ecosystems and how they influence our everyday lives. FIT graduates earn

USDA Nondiscrimination Statement :The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, and marital or family status. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information (Braille, large print, audio tape, etc.) should contact USDA's TARGET Center at 202-720-2600 (voice and TDD).
To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 14th and Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call (202) 720-5964 (voice or TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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Forestry Institute for Teachers (FIT) is a week-long Professional Development Progra m providing cross-curricular training in Next Generation Science Standards, STEAM, and Common Core through examination of current forestry issues.(1) Continuing Education Credits from UC Davis or Humboldt State University and (2) Optional $200 stipend support with completion of a curriculum project Each year, the Forestry Institute for Teachers brings together 120 credentialed educators from across California to learn about forest ecosystems and how they influence our everyday lives.

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Watch the elephant seals on the beach.

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Northern Elephant Seal Rookery - Visit Cambria | CA

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Elephant Seals have inhabited the coast of Highway 1 for years, and they continue to be a famous stop while visitors are in the Cambria area.

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Lo-Fi music is such a great resource to have in the classroom and at home. Gentle music to play in the background to help stay calm, focus, and study!

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Lofi Music 📚 Music to put you in a better mood ~ Study music - lofi / relax / stress relief

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William Randolph Hearst started to build a fabulous estate on his ranchland overlooking the village of San Simeon in 1919. He called the estate "La Cuesta Encantada" - Spanish for The Enchanted Hill. By 1947, the hilltop complex included a twin-towered main building, three sumptuous guesthouses, and 127 acres of terraced gardens, fountains, and pools.

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A weekly newsletter telling you about all the fun things that you can do in the greater LA area! Many of them are free too :)

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We're a day away from the official start of Spring. You ready to take on the new season with gusto?

From March 18-22 in Los Angeles, you'll find a Mad Sketch session in NoHo, a Spring Equinox presentation at the Observatory, Locals' Night at the Santa Monica Pier, Vegan Street Fair Los Angeles, Fourth Fridays in Long Beach, After-hours Artmaking at Japanese American National Museum, and more!

Things To Do This Week

= Less than .5 miles from an L.A. Metro Station, = Free Admission, = Top Pick

Mad Sketch at Lawless Brewing - > If you need a little post-apocalyptic vibe for your Monday, head to Lawless Brewing in NoHo for Mad Sketch, a Mad Max inspired drink and draw event featuring a live costumed model from Wasteland Weekend, a themed playlist, and drawing guided by professional illustrator Sketkh Williams. Runs 7 to 9 p.m. Tickets are $25 and include one drink. More info here.

Spring Equinox at The Observatory - > On Tuesday, Griffith Observatory celebrates the start of spring (officially beginning at 8:06 p.m. PDT, on March 19 in the northern hemisphere) with a pair of live presentations (weather permitting) focused on the Sun as it sets on the western horizon. Events begin at 12:50 p.m. and 6:50 p.m. and last about 15 minutes. More info here.

Free Botanical Garden Days -> The South Coast Botanic Garden, L.A. Arboretum, and Descanso Gardens all offer free admission on the third Tuesday of every month. Note that all three required advance reservations, and space is limited.

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at The Music Center - M > This Wednesday The Music Center welcomes the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater for a seven-performance engagement at The Music Center's Dorothy Chandler Pavilion from March 20 to 24, 2024. This marks the start of the company's four-year Southern California residency, featuring two alternating programs showcasing audience favorites, Ailey classics, and three Los Angeles premieres. Tickets start at $34. More info here.

Artist Conversation / Walkthrough at Oxy Arts - > Native American indigenous artist artist Mercedes Dorame comes to Oxy Arts this Wednesday to guide guests through an intimate walkthrough and presentation of Where Sky Touches Water, Dorame's new exhibition inspired by field research on the Channel Islands, which explores the beauty and profundity of the natural world. Wednesday's event begins at 6 p.m. More info here.

Comedy Patio at GCM - > Free standup comedy is back at Grand Central Market this Wednesday in the form of The Comedy Patio, a showcase taking place at Maple Block. Jeff Buck hosts a lineup featuring Pete Holmes, Rory Scovel, Babs Gray, Ever Mainard, and Ashley Ray Show starts at 7 p.m. More info here. More info here.

Wellness Wednesday - > Self-Help Graphics Wellness Wednesday series pops up at Latinx Plants in Boyle Heights is back on March 21. This week's session includes an introductory meditation followed by process-based watercolor exercise led by licensed therapist Nadia Paredes. Runs 6 to 7:30 p.m. Free to attend. More info here.

Gloria Molina Park Wellness Retreats - > Every Wednesday and Friday, you can enjoy a complimentary 45-minute, mid-day yoga class on the performance lawn at Gloria Molina Grand Park backdropped by City Hall. Plus, every third Thursday (which means this week!) you can check out the park's Wild Card Series, which changes each month between various class types including Zumba, Tai Chi, Chair Yoga, HIIT, and Vinyasa Flow. Bring your own mat, and a snack if you want to picnic after the class is over. Starts at noon. Free to attend. More info here.

Locals Night at the Santa Monica Pier - > This Thursday, the March edition of Local's Night at the Santa Monica Pier includes classic car show, youth activities, DJs, and live band performances. Programming runs 3:30 to 9 p.m. Free to attend. More info here. More info here.

JANM After-hours Art-Making Series - > This Thursday, the Japanese American National Museum is launching Asobi! at JANM, a new series scheduled from 7 to 9 pm on selected Thursdays. Local artists will present their unique work through interactive demonstrations, allowing attendees to create their own distinctive art pieces to take home. Admission for the event is $10, and guests can enjoy food from East Los Musubi, as well as beverages from Sanzo and Brewyard Beer Company, available for purchase. This event is only for folks 21 years or older. More info here.

Vegan Street Fair Los Angeles - M > Vegan Street Fair Los Angeles returns to North Hollywood Friday through Sunday with a massive array of vegan-friendly vendors. It's free to enter the fair and delicious bite-size portions of plant-based eats will be available for $4 or less. The Vegan Street Fair takes place on Chandler Avenue between Tujunga and Vineland. More info here.

Fourth Fridays on 4th St in Long Beach - > Retro Row in Long Beach comes alive on the fourth Friday of the month with special pop-ups, live performances, and extended store hours from shops on 4th St between Temple and Cherry. The event runs 6 to 9 p.m. More info here.

Night Dive at AoP -> The Aquarium of the Pacific's signature adults-only, after-hours series returns this Friday with food trucks, cash bars, DJs throughout the Aquarium galleries, art, and a live band performing on the stage in front of the Honda Blue Cavern. GA tickets are $29.95. Runs 7:30 to 11 p.m. More info here.

The Secret Life of Pets at Ovation - > Ovation Hollywood's monthly Friday Movie Nightsreturn on March 22 with a screening of The Secret Life of Pets. The event includes a raffle and guests can check in at the Ovation Hollywood booth to receive FREE popcorn and discounted treats from the TCL Chinese Theatre Concessions Stand. Movie starts at 7 p.m. Free to attend. More info here.

Dining & Drinking

(picks by Christina Champlin)

Eat Your Flowers & Verve Coffee -> Verve Coffee Roasters' collaboration with Eat Your Flowers is the perfect springtime pairing. Beginning Tuesday, March 19, all Verve locations will be offering a pairing of their seasonal coffee blend, Wilder, with an Eat Your Flowers botanical-imprinted cookie for $8.50.

Yes SHEf: A Celebration of Pasadena's Femmes in Food -> This Wednesday, enjoy live music by DJ PRII and an exclusive set meal from three female founders with businesses in Pasadena. Indulge in Agnes's Tater Tot Raclette with Pickled Red Onions, Saucy Chick Goat Mafia's 1/4 Jeera Chicken with Black Chana Salad, and Kinrose Creamery's Sour Cherry and Fairy Floss Ice Cream-all for just $30 per set. The special is available for walk-ups only, from 5 p.m. until sold out. More info here.

$6 Weekly Happy Hour at The Brews Hall -> Both locations of The Brews Hall hosts a $6 happy hour deal. The Torrance spot offers happy hour Monday to Friday from 3 to 6 p.m., while Hermosa Beach hosts it Wednesday through Friday during the same time frame. Both locations feature identical menus, offering options like Hamburger Sliders, Loaded Fries, and a variety of beers and margaritas for $6.

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Things To Do This Week in Los Angeles [3-18-2024 to 3-22-2024]

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The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch®

For over sixty years, Mother Nature has transformed the rolling hills of North San Diego County into one of the most spectacular and coordinated displays of natural color and beauty anywhere in the world. The 55-acres of Giant Tecolote Ranunculus flowers that make up The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch® in Carlsbad, California, are in bloom for approximately six to eight weeks each year - from early March through early May - literally bringing the famous fields back to life. This annual burst of color, which has become part of the area's local heritage, also is one of nature's official ways of announcing the arrival of spring here in Southern California.

The Flower Fields are an alcohol and tobacco-free environment. Pets, Drones, Balloons, and Bicycles are also not permitted.

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For over sixty years, Mother Nature has transformed the rolling hills of North San Diego County into one of the most spectacular and coordinated displays of natural color and beauty anywhere in the world.

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The largest urban-wilderness municipal park in the United States, Griffith Park is filled with trails, trees, trains, attractions... and the Hollywood Sign!

Upcoming Griffith Park Events at Griffith Observatory

With over 4,210 acres of both natural chaparral-covered terrain and landscaped parkland and picnic areas, Griffith Park has something for everyone. In addition to Griffith Observatory, the Park hosts the Greek Theatre, three City golf courses, Los Angeles Zoo, Autry National Center, Travel Town Museum, historic Merry-Go-Round, Griffith Park Southern Railroad, L.A. Live Steamers, and much more. The Park offers hiking, bike rentals, pony rides, horseback riding, picnicking, tennis, swimming, soccer, and other ball fields.

History

Originally a part of the Spanish land grant, Rancho Los Feliz, the park is named for its former owner, Colonel Griffith J. Griffith. Born in Glamorganshire, South Wales, Griffith emigrated to the United States in 1865, eventually making a personal fortune in Mexican silver mines and, subsequently, southern California real estate. In 1882, Griffith settled in Los Angeles and purchased a 4,071 acre portion of the Rancho Los Feliz, which stretched northward from the northern boundaries of the Pueblo de Los Angeles. On December 16, 1896, Griffith bequeathed 3,015 acres (equal to five square miles) of his Rancho Los Feliz estate as a Christmas gift to the people of Los Angeles to be used as parkland. "It must be made a place of recreation and rest for the masses, a resort for the rank and file, for the plain people," Griffith said on that occasion. "I consider it my obligation to make Los Angeles a happier, cleaner, and finer city. I wish to pay my debt of duty in this way to the community in which I have prospered." Since Griffith's original gift, further donations of land, City land purchases, and reversion of private land to public domain have expanded the Park to its present size. Griffith died in 1919, but left a sizable trust fund to complete the two major dreams he had for the park: construction of a performance amphitheater (the Greek Theatre, built 1930) and an observatory and hall of science (Griffith Observatory, opened 1935.)

About

With over 4,210 acres of both natural chaparral-covered terrain and landscaped parkland and picnic areas, Griffith Park is the largest municipal park with urban wilderness area in the United States. Situated in the eastern Santa Monica Mountain range, the Park's elevations range from 384 to 1,625 feet above sea level. With an arid climate, the Park's plant communities vary from coastal sage scrub, oak, and walnut woodlands to riparian vegetation with trees in the Park's deep canyons. The California native plants represented in Griffith Park include the California species of oak, walnut, lilac, mountain mahogany, sages, toyon, and sumac. Present, in small quantities, are the threatened species of manzanita and berberis. Over the years recreational attractions have been developed throughout the Park, however, an amazingly large portion of the Park remains virtually unchanged from the days Native American villages occupied the area's lower slopes. Today's Griffith Park offers numerous family attractions, an assortment of educational and cultural institutions, miles of hiking and horseback riding trails, and an ideal environment for enjoyable recreation activities.

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Welcome!

Inspired By A Love
of Japanese Design

Welcome to the Storrier Stearns Japanese Garden. Hidden in the heart of Pasadena, this historic jewel, that was once reserved for the enjoyment of an aristocratic Pasadena couple, has been re-imagined as a space to be shared.

Conceived in the 1930s as a private estate garden, and hidden from view for decades, a historic restoration brings new purpose to this place of special beauty.

Drone's Eye View Tour

Video Courtesy: Matt Spinelli, KTLA

A Gift of Serenity & Natural Beauty

Something for the garden lovers in your life. Gift certificates for admission to Open Day. $12.00 each, $24.00 for two or treat an entire family.

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Japanese Garden Rental | Wedding Location | Special Events Venue | Pasadena | Southern California

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Welcome to the Storrier Stearns Japanese Garden. Hidden in the heart of Pasadena, California this historic jewel is also a premier event venue.

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Looking for a bit of nature in the middle of the city? Nestled between the San Gabriel River and the 605 Freeway, El Dorado Nature Center is an oasis of natural habitat, offering visitors the chance to escape the hustle and bustle of the urban environment. The 105 acres that make up the…