And now the Peach Tree

Do you know what fruit is a close cousin of the Peach? And what kind of soil and climates are good for the growth of a Peach Tree? Learn here —

A Strange Ground of Mounds

Have you seen these hummocks on the eastern side of the Diablo Range in California? Are they tailings of some kind? Do you know anything else about them?

Pigeon Point Lighthouse — A Beacon that thwarted many a Shipwreck

This historical lighthouse on San Mateo’s rocky headland put an end to a long line of shipwrecks in the area.

Getting to know the Nectarine Tree

For ThursdayTreeLove: A bit about the Nectarine tree and some pictures from a nectarine-picking trip.

Point Of Interest: Tentacled Tree

An intriguing tree found on the hike to the top of Mission Peak in Northern California. Have you seen anything like this?

Hiking Mount Tamalpais in Spring

The trails of Mount Tamalpais are lined with wildflowers in spring making it a delight to hike there after the winter rains. A photo tour >>

Santa Monica Pier on Santa Monica Pier

Found in Santa Monica: A painting of Santa Monica Pier. One for Monday Mural.

The Almond Trees are Abloom Again


Did you know that California is US’s largest producer of Almonds? CA’s Central Valley is the place to go to see Almond Trees & Almond Blossoms.

Cypress Tree Tunnel: You don’t want to miss this!

Cypress Tree Tunnel is a place you must stop at on your way to Point Reyes Lighthouse in Inverness, CA. Take a look at this the postcard-perfect natural tunnel >>

A Photo Tour of the one and only Stanford University

Want a sneak peek at the prestigious Stanford University in California? This post shares some sights from a walking tour of Stanford’s Campus >>