In this first episode of the CISC Monthly Astronomy Series, Julia Marin-Yaseli de la Parra shows us what we can observe in the sky, even from a densely populated area like Los Angeles.
Category: Travel
Pasadena’s Annual Rose Parade
It's this time of the year again when Pasadena covers up the streets with floats made of flowers for the enjoyment of young and old alike! In this post, Marta Navales gives us some tips to attend the event and enjoy the wonders of this floral festival!
Renting an RV for $1/day
If renting an RV is your dream, but you find it too expensive, know that there is a way to rent one for as little as $1.00 per day. But, is it really worth it?
The Big Island of Hawaii- Sun, Sand, Sea and Volcanoes!
This May, I visited the Big Island of Hawaii with my husband, named for the fact that it's the largest island in the archipelago. We planned to stay there for 5 days and chose Kailua Beach on the west coast as our base to explore this beautiful island. From the moment we landed, lush green… Continue reading The Big Island of Hawaii- Sun, Sand, Sea and Volcanoes!
Flying a falcon and a hawk: Sky Falconry experience
Back in March, my husband and I traveled south to Alpine, California, in the San Diego Mountains, for an afternoon flying birds of prey. We purchased a private raptor experience through Sky Falconry, apparently one of the few places in the U.S. licensed for such an activity. We were here to learn all we could… Continue reading Flying a falcon and a hawk: Sky Falconry experience
Paso Robles, Morro Bay and Hearst Castle – California Road Trip
In late August 2017, my mother and I went on a mini road trip to Paso Robles, Atascadero, Morro Bay, Hearst Castle and Solvang. Here's what we got up to. We set out in my car from Pasadena on Saturday afternoon and drove up the I-5 before heading cross country to Paso Robles – a… Continue reading Paso Robles, Morro Bay and Hearst Castle – California Road Trip
Travel: Scuba Diving in the Cenotes
This April, I headed to Merida, the capital of the Mexican state of Yucatan to get my advanced scuba license in the cenotes of the region. I started my trip exploring the city of Merida. The downtown or ‘Centro’ as it is called consists of beautiful squares, quaint churches and the majestic central cathedral. Afternoons… Continue reading Travel: Scuba Diving in the Cenotes
Joshua Tree National Park
Why is everyone visiting that Californian desert falling for those fancy trees? What is so attracting in such a dry, remote place? To discover it, follow Julie on her journey to Joshua Tree National Park and get ready to escape to one of the most iconic American parks.
Hike to San Gabriel Peak and Mount Disappointment
Written by Mary J., CISC Hiking Group Leader On Saturday 9th March Hiking group braved the cold and the snow to finally complete the hike from Red Box to San Gabriel Peak via the Bill Reilly Trail. We had been trying to complete this hike since December but kept having to postpone due to poor… Continue reading Hike to San Gabriel Peak and Mount Disappointment
Culture Fix: The 7 Museums of Pasadena
Started as a pensioner's paradise and a resort town for wealth East Coast families looking for a respite from the winter cold, Pasadena is now famous for so much more - from the Rose Bowl Parade to the monthly flea market and, of course, Caltech! Today, Pasadena houses around 150,000 residents and is probably the… Continue reading Culture Fix: The 7 Museums of Pasadena
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