A Stroll Along the San Elijo Lagoon Near Annie's Canyon Trail (Solana Beach)
Marine Life
A New Year’s Day Visit to the San Elijo Lagoon
Here are a few images from a brisk walk at the San Elijo Lagoon on New Year's Day! Some links: https://www.sanelijo.org/naturecenter https://www.sanelijo.org/nature-center-trail-head https://www.sanelijo.org/ All Photos by Susan J. Farese, SJF Communications - 2019 An Anna's Hummingbird building and guarding her Nest - This was exciting to see! Thanks to the fellow bird watcher who told … Continue reading A New Year’s Day Visit to the San Elijo Lagoon
A Visit to la Jolla
I strolled along the La Jolla coastline the other day (mostly on Coast Blvd.) I discovered really cool breathtaking views, caves, cliffs, the La Jolla Cove, the Children's Pool, the back of the La Valencia Hotel, beach goers, sea lions and seals, cormorants, and even some beautiful flowers! Here's a short video which captured some … Continue reading A Visit to la Jolla
Nature Trail Photos at the San Elijo Lagoon Conservancy
A Relaxing Past Time I spent a delightful afternoon wandering about by bird watching and enjoying nature's foliage, views and more at the San Elijo Lagoon Conservancy - a Southern California nonprofit land trust which is part of the nearly 1000-acre San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve, bordered by the northern San Diego areas of Solana Beach, Encinitas and … Continue reading Nature Trail Photos at the San Elijo Lagoon Conservancy
Torrey Pines State Beach: Dolphins & Sandpipers & Pelicans…Oh My!
I am spoiled! Living so close to the beach is one thing, but even better is the fact that we're near Torrey Pines State Beach! Torrey Pines State Beach is located between La Jolla and Del Mar, California and approximately 1.5 miles West of Interstate 5 at Carmel Valley Road in San Diego. Here is a cool … Continue reading Torrey Pines State Beach: Dolphins & Sandpipers & Pelicans…Oh My!
Another Gem in San Diego: Miramar Reservoir
Thanks to my friend's recommendation, my husband and I recently visited the Miramar Reservoir for the first time. Located in the Scripps Ranch area of San Diego, Miramar Reservoir is a place loaded with nature and atmosphere! One of those 'hidden gems' in my opinion. Nearly 5 miles of paved trail (and a few areas … Continue reading Another Gem in San Diego: Miramar Reservoir
Ahoy ! My Solo Trip Adventure to Catalina Island!
My Mom, (who recently turned 80 years "young"), always said..."Nothing in life is free". Well, Mom, you were "almost" completely right! For my birthday this year I did something really out of the ordinary: I traveled solo to and from the beautiful Mediterranean picturesque Santa Catalina Island, population just over 3000 (I will be referring … Continue reading Ahoy ! My Solo Trip Adventure to Catalina Island!
A Few Favorite “Finds” on Torrey Pines State Beach 3.17.15
A few "finds" from our walk today on Torrey Pines State Beach. Left to right, top to bottom: The majestic rock and clouds, a "beached" seal (that we reported to the ranger), several dolphins enjoying the Pacific Ocean, a round rock atop a rock, a couple of seagulls not talking to each other anymore, and … Continue reading A Few Favorite “Finds” on Torrey Pines State Beach 3.17.15