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Witch’s Butter & Golden Chanterelles: Mushroom Foraging in Sonoma County

A rain-soaked, wonder-filled mushroom hunt with expert forager Steve Conwell reveals the hidden magic, edible treasures, and wild forest stories of the Sonoma Coast.

by Deborah Dennis
on Dec 4
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Luffas Don’t Come from the Ocean? A Visit to California’s Hidden Luffa Farm

by Vanita Salisbury
on Dec 2
Loofas in their natural form at The Loofa Farm in Northern California
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I Explored the Colorful Flower Fields of Carlsbad, California, for a Picture-Perfect Spring Experience

by Melissa Mahoney
on Apr 28
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The Audubon Center in Northern California Where You’ll See More Than 160 Bird Species in a Single Afternoon

by Jennifer Brooks-Parker
on Nov 11
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The Audubon Center in Southern California Where You’ll See More Than 140 Bird Species in a Single Afternoon

by Natasha Kayes
on Oct 22
Two hawks perched on a wooden fence, surrounded by greenery, with a soft focus background.

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The Northern California Farm Where You Can Feed Alpacas

by Kate Freeman
on Aug 9
A group of alpacas, varying in color, stands near a wooden barn, surrounded by hay and trees.
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The One Southern California Ranch Where You Can Feed Ostriches And Emus

by Natasha Kayes
on Jul 12
A person feeds an ostrich from a bowl, with other ostriches in the background and a green landscape.
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The Hidden Bay Area Wildlife Refuge That’s a Peaceful Escape From the City

by Kate Freeman
on Jul 4
Sign for San Pablo Bay National Wildlife Refuge with mountains in the background and a BayTrail marker nearby.
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The Incredible Farm In Northern California Where You Can Pick Berries

by Kate Freeman
on Jun 5
A farm building labeled "Edenberry Farm" surrounded by green vines and flowering plants.
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The Incredible Farm In Southern California Where You Can Pick Buckets Of Berries

by Natasha Kayes
on May 22
A fruit stand with colorful produce and a sign for "Pick Your Own Blueberries," surrounded by trees and bunting.
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The Entire Family Will Love Visiting This Fantastic Farm In Northern California With A Petting Zoo, Hay Rides, And Picnic Spots

by Kate Freeman
on May 17
Colorful sign for "The Lemos Farm" featuring a farm scene with animals, a barn, and a train. Green umbrellas below.
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It’s An Epic Backcountry Adventure Touring The Painted Canyon In Southern California

by Natasha Kayes
on May 3
A rocky canyon with towering cliffs and a clear blue sky, featuring a small group of hikers in the distance.
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It’s An Epic Outdoor Adventure Riding Horseback In Humboldt County In Northern California

by Kate Freeman
on Mar 27
A group of six people on horseback, standing in a grassy field with trees and mountains in the background.
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Get Up Close To Exotic Animals At This Immersive Sanctuary In Southern California

by Natasha Kayes
on Mar 9
Two women stand by a fenced entrance of Animal Tracks Inc., with a colorful mural and banners in the background.
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Watch Dolphins, Whales, And More Frolic Along The Southern California Coast On This Epic Tour

by Natasha Kayes
on Dec 1
A humpback whale breaches the surface of the ocean, creating a splash against a clear blue sky.