Back in August 2016, the cross-country running team at St. Joseph High School in Santa Maria, California decided they’d like to invite their local shelter dogs along for a run. And the staff at Santa Barbara County Animal Shelter were happy to let their dogs get some sun and stretch their legs a bit. By all accounts, it was a blast, and team coach Luis Escobar … [Read more...] about High school cross-country team brings local shelter dogs along on their morning run
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Flabellinopsis iodinea
Flabellinopsis iodinea, the Spanish shawl, is a species of aeolid nudibranch, a very colorful sea slug. This is a marine gastropod mollusk in the family Flabellinidae. Distribution This species is native to the west coast of North America and farther south. It has been reported as far north as British Columbia, Canada, and as far south as Punta … [Read more...] about Flabellinopsis iodinea
Things to see at the Salton Sea
Things to do around the Salton Sea Salton Sea Quick Facts Location60 miles south of Palm Springs, CA and 118 miles East of San Diego, CACoordinates33.32264, 115.88671Max Depth43 feetSurface Elevation236 feet below sea levelSurface Area343 square milesCreated1905Fees$7 for day use, $5 for boat launch, $20 overnight camping (pricing subject to change)WebsiteSalton Sea … [Read more...] about Things to see at the Salton Sea
Exploring the Story of Glass Beach
When you first hear the name Glass Beach, it might conjure up images of a beach covered in sparkling sand. But in Northern California, Glass Beach is something entirely different. Located in MacKerricher State Park near Fort Bragg, this beach is covered in millions of tiny pieces of colorful sea glass. So, what's the story behind this unique and fascinating destination? The … [Read more...] about Exploring the Story of Glass Beach
The Mystery of Crowley Lake Majestic Columns: A Geological Masterpiece
If you're looking for a geological masterpiece, look no further than the Crowley Lake majestic columns, located along the shores of Crowley Lake in California. These columns have been studied by experts for quite some time, yet their origins are still shrouded in mystery. The lake was created in 1941 with the construction of the Long Valley Dam by the Los Angeles Water and … [Read more...] about The Mystery of Crowley Lake Majestic Columns: A Geological Masterpiece