Happy New Year, L.A. Adventurers! This month we have a beautiful mountainside Buddhist retreat, a fort that's been transformed into a museum, a Spanish mission, all-you-can-fish fun for the family, and a gem fiesta. Read on...
Deer Park Monastery (pictured above) is a gorgeous retreat in the mountains of Escondido. The practice center follows the Buddhist tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh and is open to visitors.
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The Fort MacArthur Museum in San Pedro displays historical structures that were part of the Army's defense of the coastline. The defenses range from the big gun era to the missile era. They also have a radio room full of the old communication equipment used by the Army at Fort MacArthur.
Founded in 1771, this Spanish Mission includes a museum, gift shop, church and performance art center. Admission is $3-$5. Mark your calendar for their 243rd Annual Fiesta at the end of August.
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#286: Troutdale
Want something different to do with your family? Take them to Troutdale in Agoura Hills, where there's no limit to the trout you can fish for. They provide you with a bamboo pole, bucket and bait. Admission is $7 and you also pay based on the size of the fish you catch.
#287: The Culver City Rock & Mineral Club
Members of this club get access to a fully equipped lapidary shop, library, field trips, parties and more. Everyone should check out their Fiesta of Gems, a free rock and mineral show they host every summer.
Have you been to any of these places? What did you think? Leave me a comment below!
Unfortunately your photo of the San Gabriel Mission is in error. You've included a photo of the San Gabriel Mission Playhouse. The actual historic Spanish mission is about two blocks to the east. It's a common error, but a visitor would be very confused.
ReplyDeleteeek thank you breathelighter! i changed the photo--let me know if it's the right one now! :)
ReplyDeleteYep, that's the right one. I went to high school across the railroad track from it. ;o)
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