Visit to Yosemite Valley to See the Falls
I have been to Yosemite Valley a number of times but always at late summer or late fall. While there are lots of great things to do and see during those times the falls[…] Continue reading →
Author: Loren
Diamond Valley Lake Wildflower Spectacular
In Southern California wildflowers need certain conditions to bloom and this spring everything lined up just right to produce spectacular blooms. Since I had not yet experienced this phenomena I wanted to check it[…] Continue reading →
Fun in the Snow at Big Bear
The past few years there has not been snow during our visits to Big Bear, California. Finally this past December we found snow, not a lot, but enough that we and lots of other[…] Continue reading →
The Ancient Bristlecone Pines
Sometimes on our return trip from Mammoth Lakes we have stopped by the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest located high in the White Mountains in Inyo County in eastern California. Some living trees in the[…] Continue reading →
Comic-con Takeover of Downtown San Diego
Comic-con is one of the biggest Sci-Fi and fantasy conventions and when it comes to town it presence is hard to miss. Not only does it use the entire San Diego Convention Center it[…] Continue reading →
Sights Along the Way to Bertha Peak
When we were at Big Bear, California over Memorial Day weekend we decided to hike to Bertha Peak. It was a clear day and there are good views of Big Bear Lake and its[…] Continue reading →
Journey to the Point Fermin Lighthouse
The Point Fermin Lighthouse located in San Pedro, California is a nice place to visit with an interesting structure which is surrounded by a park. We decided to get a little exercise by hiking[…] Continue reading →
The Desert Garden in Balboa Park
To survive harsh desert conditions plants must adapt resulting in some unique and fascinating plants. The Desert Garden in Balboa Park in San Diego, California was established at its current location in 1976. The[…] Continue reading →
Hot Creek Geologic Site
The Hot Creek Geologic Site which is 8 miles east of Mammoth Lakes, California is an interesting place to explore. Along Hot Creek geology in action can be observed with steam vents and bubbling[…] Continue reading →
Cedar Valley Arboretum and Botanic Gardens
Last summer at a family reunion we had in Waterloo, Iowa we visited the Cedar Valley Arboretum and Botanic Gardens. The gardens showcase beautiful flowers along with a variety of plants and trees. Just[…] Continue reading →
