It’s no secret that the Palos Verdes Peninsula offers incredible landscapes with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, Catalina Island, and passing ships and boats during the day.
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No, this isn’t a post about two big birds. The Goose in this story is the largest wooden plane ever built officially known as the Hughes H-4 Hercules, but nicknamed the “Spruce Goose.” In 1943, the U. S. government commissioned Hughes Aircraft Company to build a large flying boat to move soldiers during the War. Because steel was in short supply, Hughes built the plane mostly out of birch (with some Spruce).
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MARK YOUR CALENDAR! A FUN, FREE & FANTASTIC LECTURE AT HESSE COMMUNITY PARK ON January 13, 2023 AT 4 PM - The Geography and History of California's Channel Islands By Jim Shneer
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I meet a lot of lovely dogs on my daily walks, some have become my friends, others I just meet in passing. Many don’t keep still long enough to have their photo taken but all of them seem to share my joy of being outdoors in this beautiful area.
I thought I might introduce you to a few.
I met this guy close up and personal through a fence. I think he makes a good cover model.
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You were probably expecting an article about preserving your relationships after the holiday dinner table with others but this isn’t that sort of article. This is about creating beautiful post-holiday magic!
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The purpose of this day is to bring attention to the beauty and importance of native wild birds. Nature lovers, bird lovers, and bird watchers across the country annually recognize National Bird Day on January 5th.
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We’ve all been there – trying to make progress with our health and fitness and yet everything gets in the way. We completely understand you…as do all fitness professionals. Our goal is to help you get to where you want to be and to help you navigate some of the not so easy steps along the way.
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The South Coast Botanic Garden has joined with the Moment Factory, and Fever, a ticketing outlet, to present their multi-media light and sound spectacular, Astra Lumina: An Enchanted Night Walk Amongst the Stars. Along the cosmic inspired pathway, guests are treated to an experience that transforms the Garden’s exhibits into an immersive display of light and sound.
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We have seen that the laws of nature, the evolution of the universe, and the precise construction of the Solar System are all “tuned up” to enable life on Earth. We live in a fabulous place at a fabulous time.
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Faster than a kick boxer’s foot, the word “change” can put up defenses. So, let’s rearrange things so you have what exactly you want. As you reframe “change” to “rearrange” your attitude gets a facelift. Here are five easy ways to rearrange for success:
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It happens the same time every year, the last week of December arrives and looming thoughts of how we are going to approach the next 365 days begins to consume our minds. How can we initiate a better exercise regimen to take off those extra pounds (or Quarantine 15)?
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As entrepreneurs, you tend to see the world differently, and in order to be successful you need to make the most of your understanding. Everyone will agree that forming strong relationships is the key to making things work well and growing a profitable business.
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There are tips, articles and blogs for organizing on a large scale virtually everywhere. Closets, garages, kitchens are the most popular. But, what about simply organizing your room?
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If you love horses and like the equestrian lifestyle, the city of Rolling Hills Estates, on the Palos Verdes Peninsula, was founded (Sept. 18, 1957) to promote vast, natural open spaces, and to enhance the equestrian lifestyle. Rolling Hills estates offers more than 90 miles of well-groomed riding trails, with weather that allows for riding year round.
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At least twice a week, on my daily walks, I find myself at Point Fermin Park here in San Pedro and I never fail to walk around and admire the lighthouse. It is such a beautiful building. The Lighthouse was built in 1874 and it was the first navigational light in San Pedro Bay. As you can see it is a Victorian style lighthouse and one of only 6 built to this design.
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Sustainability and reducing waste is becoming a top priority for many families and individuals worldwide. Everyone is now more aware than ever before of the negative impact we as humans are having on the plane
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The spirit of the holiday season filled the air as youngsters and those young at heart gathered along Silver Spur Road and Deep Valley Drive to watch as State Assemblymember, Al Muratsuchi, joined by city, county, and other officials kicked off the holiday season with the Annual Palos Verdes Peninsula Holiday Parade of Lights.
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The event culminated our last six months of work toward the national goals to promote Historic Preservation, Education and Patriotism.
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