Historic Malibu Potteries Transformed Clay into Gold
When the first wave of California’s oil boon swept over the state in the early years of the 20th century, May Knight Rindge hoped to…
Summer of Kittens
Hello, kitties! National Park Service biologists have proclaimed 2020 in the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area as the Summer of Kittens. A total of…
Scorpions Are an Unexpected Part of Life in Topanga
Beasties Spotlight! Although many residents have never seen one, scorpions are common in the Santa Monica Mountains and there are several native species in the…
The Santa Monica Mountains Are Home to Some Unexpected Neighbors
The Fox I walked on the beach on a winter’s day, In a moment snatched between rain showers, When the sea and the sky were…
Topanga’s Trickster Spirit at Work
The coyote was a trickster spirit for the Chumash and Tongva people who were the first human residents of the Santa Monica Mountains. This intelligent…
L.A.’s Museums Keep Art Alive Online
Watching the sunset from the Getty Center garden after a leisurely day of art and afternoon tea, a visit with the dignitaries in the Huntington…
Backyard BioBlitz: Discover Nature Without Leaving Home
Looking for a fun and easy nature adventure this summer? How about a backyard BioBlitz? The term BioBlitz was coined in 1996 by U.S. National…
Humboldt Lilies
Humboldt lilies are one of the most spectacular wildflowers that grow in the Santa Monica Mountains. Early summer is the time to look for this…
Topanga’s Dark Skies Are the Perfect Backdrop for Celestial Summer Fireworks
Fourth of July firework displays may be on hold this year because of the coronavirus crisis, but skywatchers will be treated to a penumbral lunar…
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