We have a great selection of intelligent toys and projects for the youngsters this season. I have put together a small list of some of our recommendations for this season. Sprig is a brand new company that blends recycled plastic with recycled wood to create a durable toy that actually smells like wood. Green [...]
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Owl pellets are a natural occurring byproduct of an owls digestive system. Owls eat a lot of things that they can’t naturally digest. Things like fur, feathers,claws, teeth, and bones are typically regurgitated in a pellet for about 6 to 10 hours after conception. These pellets are easily dissected and can [...]
If your tired of smores but still crave a fireside treat while camping, I may have the solution for you. On a recent trip, I was introduced to mountain eclairs. First you need to widdle the bark off of a fairly substantial stick. The diameter of the stick determines the size of the pastry [...]
Bean Hollow and Pebble Beach are located off Highway 1 about 16 miles south of Half Moon Bay. Both of these beaches are small pocket sized with limited parking. Connecting the two is a mile long nature trail. The trail does have a few steps to climb and few bridges to cross, but overall it’s [...]
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One of the great things about living in the Pacific Northwest is exploring the rugged coast and tide pools. However, every year we hear a sad story of a family or a child swept out to sea by a rouge wave. The ocean can be unpredictable so constant vigilance is always necessary. This becomes more [...]
If you have not already checked out the newly renovated Academy of Science, I highly recommend it (www.calacademy.org) The Academy of Science is located by Golden Gate Park in San Francisco. My suggestion would be to arrive early and head right over to the Rainforests of the World exhibit. This exhibit always seemed [...]
I saw some of Steven’s work at the SVWP monthly meeting. I am a very novice photographer, but I was impressed by his presentation. I would not hesitate to recommend one of his workshops. You can learn more about Stephen at www.stephenoachs.com
I recently had an opportunity to explore Rancho Canada from its main entrance off of Casa Lomo Road. Last year I hiked through the back side of the park from Calero County Park. This is a relatively new park so it really does not draw the big crowds. The wildflower displays are spectacular. The photo [...]
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If you’re looking for something special to do with your mom for Mother’s Day be at Santa Teresa County Park this Sunday, May 3, 2009 from 12-3pm. This is a “Healty Trails” outing, hosted by Docent Mike Boulland in conjunction with the Friends of Santa Teresa Park. On the trail, you’ll have the chance to [...]
The weather at Pinnacles is ideal for sport climbing RIGHT NOW! This picture was taken on our first climb of the day, Thrill Hammer 5.8+. Thrill Hammer is a super mellow vertical stroll that is a gentle start to a long day of climbing