UPDATE – On November 8, 2018 a massive fire ignited in both Los Angeles County and Ventura County. The inferno burned more that 96,000 acres, killing 3 people and destroying over 1,600 structures. Sadly, a few days later, the fire raged … Continue reading →
If you’re vacationing at Mammoth Mountain or camping at June Lake and you’re looking to do some exploring, then head to Bodie, where a ghost town is really a ghost town! This ghostly gold mining town is located … Continue reading →
Let me start by saying that Mammoth Mountain is a lava dome or a volcanic dome. A series of eruptions formed the mountain, more than 57,000 years ago. Though Mammoth Mountain is technically not an active volcano, there are signs … Continue reading →
When you think of Mammoth Mountain or Mammoth Lakes, you never think of food or fine dining. You think of Skiing and partying, right? Well, that you should! But, several years ago, it was hard to find fine dining or … Continue reading →
It sure has been cold up in the California mountains. All you snow bunnies out there, it’s finally time to hit one of the most popular ski areas in California, Mammoth Mountain! Even if you don’t ski, there are lots … Continue reading →
The holidays are finally over and I’ve been gone from my blog for far too long! December was so hectic for me. I am a new high school mom and I am a soccer mom of nearly 10 years. I … Continue reading →
This past October, my family spent the day on Grand Avenue in downtown LA, for an event where you get a free and all access day of museum exhibitions, architecture tours and performances. It was a warm and festive day, … Continue reading →
While Death Valley is a whole lot of exquisite desert, there isn’t a whole lot of sleeping accommodations available. However, if you plan ahead, you’ll experience some the most remarkable lodging and camping. You’ll be surprised at how nice some … Continue reading →
Autumn is here, so I’d like to share with you one of my family’s favorite Thanksgiving tradition to one of my all time favorite parks, Death Valley National Park. Death Valley is located on the eastern border of south … Continue reading →
I have to admit, I never thought twice about Oxnard. I’ve always thought of Oxnard as just an agricultural town. I normally would drive through Oxnard, just to get to Santa Barbara. We would sometimes stop to check out the … Continue reading →
