One of the reasons I love California is that we have such diverse landscapes, including tremendous mountain ranges filled with charming destinations waiting to be explored. The best mountain towns …

The Golden State is a diverse place, and the caves in California truly reflect that diversity. There are limestone caves, lava caves, sea caves, and even rare mud caves to …

There are several cute and charming animals that call California home, but you are hard pressed to find one as adorable as a sea otter. Seeing a sea otter in …

One of my favorite things about living in Southern California is that I can grow so many incredible things in my small, backyard garden, include a variety of herbs. But, …

When most people see snakes near a hiking trail, they run from them. I am one of those people who say “Snake? Where?” and excitedly run towards them. I have …

Tomatoes are a staple of a backyard garden because they are easy to grow and taste so much better when they are home grown. But, what are the best tomatoes …

Look up! There are lots of hawks in Southern California, and spotting one is always a thrill. If you have recently seen a magnificent bird of prey soaring above you …

A Joshua Tree day trip is an escape to a landscape of towering boulders and twisty trees that look like they were dreamed up by Dr. Seuss. Joshua Tree National …

Are you thinking about planning a Yosemite day trip? Yosemite is a place where it is easy to spend days, but many visitors simply don’t have that much time. Fear …

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 …