About Sharlene Earnshaw

Hi, my name is Sharlene Earnshaw, the CEO and Editor in Chief of Trekaroo. I joined Trekaroo in 2010 and have been a blogger and journalist in the family travel space since 2007.

I was first attracted to the world of blogging because I was a mother of infant twins and I wanted to show others that if I could travel with two young kids and expose them to many adventures that would shape their lives, then so could they! I received my degree in Communications from UC Davis is 2000 and have had a passion for writing since I learned to use a #2 pencil many moons ago.

I am proud to have been featured as a top family travel writer by USA Today and have been featured in the Orange County Register, Huffington Post, CBS LA, MSNBC, Backpacker Magazine, and countless other publications over the years. I have also had the joy of working as a writer for some of my local tourism bureaus, Destination Irvine and Visit Anaheim, as well as providing my expertise on many projects including building family travel tourism in Peru and family-focused articles for Vail Resorts.

I have worked with the biggest players in the family travel industry including Disney Resorts, Disney Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, Marriott, Hilton, Adventures by Disney, KOA, Visit Britain, Visit Norway, Visit California, Visit Florida, and so many more amazing organizations than I have space to list.

I currently live in Orange County, CA with my husband, twin son and daughter (who are now Seniors in high school!), three rescue dogs, and one rescue cat. My favorite things (besides travel) are the San Francisco 49ers, animal rescue, Mexican food, being outside, being crafty, and my ridiculously large crystal and mineral collection.

Easy Yosemite Hikes

The 16 Best Easy Hikes in Yosemite

Yosemite is one of my favorite California destinations. There are several easy hikes in Yosemite National Park, so nature and beauty are very accessible. Most people spend their time in …

Dangerous animals in California

13 Dangerous Animals in California

There are several dangerous animals in California, from the mountains to the sea. Here are 13 to avoid as well as tips on what to due should you encounter one.

Venomous Snakes in California

12 Venomous Snakes in California

There are several different species of venomous snakes in California. Here are identification details for each poisonous snake in CA, as well as safety tips.

California Birds of Prey

34 California Birds of Prey + Pics and Identification Tips

California is a great habitat for a variety of raptors. Here are 34 California birds of prey along with pictures, identification tips, & where to find them.

10 Medicinal Garden Plants for Holistic Healing

Here are ten of the most powerful medicinal garden plants you can find in in the wild or plant in your backyard.

balcony vegetable garden

Balcony Vegetable Garden- Tips on What to Grow and How to Grow It

A balcony vegetable garden is a perfect solution to having fresh produce right at your fingertips without using much space. Here are 13 veggies to grow plus tips.

national parks near Los Angeles

12 Amazing National Parks Near Los Angeles

LA can feel like a never-ending urban sprawl but thankfully, there are 12 national parks near Los Angeles to escape to. Here is the scoop on each one.

Mammoth Hikes

Mammoth Hikes- 10 Great Day Hikes in and Around Mammoth Lakes

These are 10 Mammoth hikes that should be on everyone’s list to complete. They include national parks, waterfalls, lots of lake, & plenty of incredible scenery.

25 Animals in Death Valley- Fun Facts + Where to Find Them!

There are dozens of animals in Death Valley Naitonal Park! Here are 24 Death Valley animals you may encounter, plus fun facts and where you might see them.

clementine Tree

The 10 Best Container Fruit Trees for Your Patio

Patio fruit trees are a great way to enjoy homegrown fruit in small spaces. Here are 10 of the best container fruit trees for your patio.