Las Vegas – it’s known for being a premier location for adult entertainment. But, it is also very family friendly, with an abundance of theme parks, museums and shows for kids of all ages. Just an hour flight from Fresno-Yosemite International, or a five-to-six-hour-drive from the South Valley, makes it a great place for a […]
For some, an early Sunday morning service communing with the majestic Giant Sequoia Redwoods and surrounding nature in Yosemite is a dream come true. For others, a more formal worship service is desired, and the historical Yosemite Valley Chapel provides just that. The chapel was built in 1879 and is the oldest structure in Yosemite […]
America’s newest National Park is just a few hours away from the South Valley. Located in the Salinas Valley, Pinnacles National Park was first established as a National Monument by President Theodore Roosevelt in 1908. It was passed by congress for National Park status in 2012, and signed in by President Barack Obama in January […]
Each year when California’s endless summer finally passes into autumn, Mother Nature cloaks herself in breathtaking colors of fire. In the Sierra, among the rows of towering pines, grow black oaks, cottonwoods and aspens, willows and the occasional elm, their reds, yellows and oranges blazing among the evergreens as winter nears. The transformation starts subtly […]
In 1967, Paul Simon wrote, “It’s all happening at the zoo.” And nearly 50 years later, there is a whole lot happening at many California zoos and animal sanctuaries close enough for a day trip or a zoo-destination weekend get-a-way. One very unique one can be found just about an hour south of Tulare and […]
When a white blanket of snow covers the Sierra Nevada, it opens up the region for a different look at the environment, one that can be found through classic cross country skiing or snow shoeing. Within Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, many walking and hiking trails take on a different feel with winter and […]
The seaside community of Cambria celebrates the 4th in a cool way and welcomes visitors to participate. Cambria’s Traditional Picnic in the Park is held all day in Shamel Park including a waiter race, organized and individualized games, a pie eating contest, and dancing to a live band. There will be a variety of food, beverage […]
While there has long been an interest in winetasting, in the past couple decades the business has been booming with wine grape vineyards, wineries, winetasting locales, winery tours and lodging popping up in a variety of areas around California. Many of these are within a comfortable driving distance of Tulare and Kings Counties including Lodi, […]
Sacramento, a short drive or flight away, isn’t just for politicians. Dubbed “America’s most diverse city,” Sacramento is host to hundreds of years’ worth of history, a vibrant arts community, and more. Below is a hand-picked list of recommendations for things to do and places to see: California Automobile Museum, 2200 Front Street – www.calautomuseum.org […]
Those who live in the South Valley are lucky enough to have some of the nation’s most treasured national parks right in their own backyard. Sequoia, Kings Canyon and Yosemite are all close enough for a day trip, but desirable enough for much longer visits. All three of these parks have major anniversaries this year. […]