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The 5 Best Spots to View Seals and Sea Lions in La Jolla

The 5 Best Spots to View Seals and Sea Lions in La Jolla

We show you the best spots for animal sightings, along with a seal and sea lion viewing guide.
17 Best Exercises & Outdoor Activities for Mental Health

17 Best Exercises & Outdoor Activities for Mental Health

What exercise is best for me? Here are our favorite ways to have fun while exercising outside.
Positive Impacts of the COVID Lockdown

Positive Impacts of the COVID Lockdown

While we've been staying at home, some great things were happening to our planet
The Beaches Are Open!

The Beaches Are Open!

California’s COVID-19 lockdown doesn’t mean you’re locked in. Here’s why experts are encouraging people to go outside.
Glowing Waves in San Diego: Why It's Happening and How to See Them

Glowing Waves in San Diego: Why It's Happening and How to See Them

San Diego's red tide is creating one of the coolest natural wonders you'll ever see.
What Is Reef-Safe Sunscreen and Why Are We Making It?

What Is Reef-Safe Sunscreen and Why Are We Making It?

Sunscreen brands are slowly switching to reef-safe formulas. We think that's awesome, but we're tired of waiting.
10 Best Places to Surf in North County

10 Best Places to Surf in North County

There’s no denying that surfing is an awesome activity. Whether you’re a pro or want to get initiated in it, North County is the perfect way to do it.
Behind the Seams: The Cabrillo

Behind the Seams: The Cabrillo

If you haven’t noticed, we name a lot of our gear after the places we love in California. Some of them are well known, some of them not so much. The Cabrillo is the latter.
Our Favorite 5 Spots for Paddle Boarding in San Diego

Our Favorite 5 Spots for Paddle Boarding in San Diego

You can find paddle boarders wherever there is water, but some locations are a lot better than others. We've put together a list of the best spots in all of San Diego for paddle boarding.
How to Snorkel: A Beginner's Guide

How to Snorkel: A Beginner's Guide

La Jolla is one of the best places in the world for snorkeling. We want everyone to be able to see the natural beauty of the ecological reserve, so we've made a beginner's guide with all the inform...
Top 10 Kayaks for Beginners

Top 10 Kayaks for Beginners

We’ve put together a list of our recommendations for best beginner kayaks that find a balance between price and quality.
Surfing 101: Surf Etiquette

Surfing 101: Surf Etiquette

Before you start surfing, you need to know how to act on the water. Here are the 10 most essential rules of surf etiquette.