Category: Family Activities

Santa Cruz Redwoods RV Resort Review

If you’re looking for a campground in the Santa Cruz area with a lot of redwoods, full hookup campsites, and great amenities, then check out my real life Santa Cruz Redwoods RV Resort review. Please keep in mind that links in my posts are affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. […]

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Crabbing on a pier with crab nets for beginners

If you’re looking for an affordable family friendly outdoor activity that your kids will enjoy, then continue reading my article about crabbing on a pier with crab nets for beginners. Below is a video for my Fort Baker Moore Road Pier crabbing review, it is an example of crabbing on a pier using a crab […]

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Fort Baker Moore Road Pier Crabbing Review

If you’re looking for a new family friendly spot for crabbing in the bay area of northern California, then check out my Fort Baker Moore Road Pier Crabbing Review. Below is a brief video of our crabbing visit: Note, you’ll want to review the California Department of Fish & Wildlife regulations for all updated rules. […]

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California Academy of Sciences Review

California Academy of Sciences has been one of my favorite museums to bring my family to over the years, so below is my real life California Academy of Sciences Review. About Per the website, the Academy’s mission is to explore, explain, and sustain life. Every visit supports scientific research, environmental education, and sustainability innovation around […]

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Rancho Seco Campground Review

If you’re looking for a well kept campground with a lake for fishing, then check out my real life Rancho Seco Campground Review below. About Rancho Seco Campground Per the website, Rancho Seco Campground is located in a 400-acre park called the Rancho Seco Recreational Area and has both tent and RV campsites. It features […]

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Pardee Lake Fishing Review

Pardee Recreation Area features fishing, several day use areas, boat rentals, and hiking trails. I enjoy taking my kids to Pardee Lake because it is easy to catch Blue Gill from the shore. Below is my real life Pardee Lake Fishing Review. Note, the lake is the center of EBMUD’s drinking supply, so body contact […]

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Essential equipment for your trips to the beach.

My kids love going to the beach, whether on the ocean or a lake. Below are my recommendations for essential equipment for your trips to the beach. Please keep in mind that links in my posts are affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. If you go through them to make […]

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Beals Point Campground & Oak Beach Review

If you’re looking for a nice combination of a well appointed campground and a nearby lake that offers fishing, boating, picnics, and water sports, then check out my real life Beals Point Campground & Oak Beach Review. About Beals Point Beals Point Campground is located just north of Folsom Dam in the Folsom Lake State […]

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Rancho Seco Lake Fishing & Beach Review

Rancho Seco lake is a great way to get your kids interested in fishing. Lake is clear and you can typically see small fish from shore, so kids know where to drop their line into the water. And if you’re using the right bait, catching small fish is easy. So, below is my real life […]

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Santa Cruz Exploration Center Review

The Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary (MBNMS) has two visitor centers, one in San Simeon and one in Santa Cruz. This is my real life Santa Cruz Exploration Center Review. The center features state-of-the art exhibits and interactive displays highlighting the sanctuary’s underwater environment. The MBNMS is a federally protected marine area offshore of California’s […]

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