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Kilally Meadows - Environmently Significant Area | London (Ontario)

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Kilally Meadows  is located in northeast London along the Thames River , Ontario . It comprises a number of habitats including woods, meadows and swamps. Take your time and explore the area walking through the existing paths. Most of the trails are flat and easy to walk. The main access points are at the east end of Windermere Road and the west end of Kilally Road . This place has one of London’s most beautiful forests .  The river and diversity of habitats make this site an excellent place for wildlife .

Huron Street Woods - North London Athletic Fields | London (Ontario)

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McCormick Park | London (Ontario)

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McCormick Park is a nice small park in North East of London (Ontario) . It has some nice trails that go round the puddle ponds in the middle parts. The park is bordered to the north by the Canadian Pacific Railway . The ducks are fairly friendly and there are turtles and other wildlife. VIDEO CORNER

London International Airport - The Royal Canadian Regiment | London (Ontario)

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​Gibbons Park | London (Ontario)

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London has several natural spaces where you can go for stroll. Gibbons Park is one of these sites located in Central North of the city. The Thames Valley Parkway cross all the park so you can walk up or down the shoreline of the Thames river as far as you want.  Walking trails  are clean and easily accessed. 🌎 The Thames Valley Parkway ; otherwise known as the TVP , is the city’s primary multi-use pathway system. Gibbons Park has three tennis courts and a warmed open air swimming pool. The place has many sitting areas which makes it the ideal spot to bring the family for a day of fun. The  Thames River  is on one side and there are gorgeous old trees scattered throughout.  Birdwatchers have been coming to Gibbons Park for years to observe great horned owls . Great horned owl Thames River

Hiking the Palos Verdes Peninsula: Forrestal Nature Reserve to Filiorum Reserve | CA

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The Palos Verdes Nature Preserve  comprises eleven individual reserves. There are several trails available with a variety of walks and experiences. They range from easy strolls to strenuous climbs up hillsides and ridges. While exploring, you’ll also enjoy with stunning views of the Pacific Ocean. Start at the trailhead near the entrance on Forrestal Drive and take the PirateTrail . Follow this and turn left on the Mariposa Trail . The trail makes a sharp turn north and crosses a small bridge over a blue lin e stream. Then it continues with a st eep descent down the Flying Mane Trail and progress es  through the  Canyon View Trail . Take a walk down to the Klondike Canyon Creek and ride up the hill on the other side of the canyon till find the Burma Road Trail . This path crosses Kelvin Canyon Trail where you will turn left and head uphill along the Zote's Cutacross trail . During the last section of our route we walk through the McBride Trail en...

Dominguez Gap Wetlands | Long Beach, CA

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The Dominguez Gap Wetlands is small restored wildlife habitat area adjacent to the Los Angeles River, in the city of Long Beach . These wetlands are completely man made by the Los Angeles County Flood Control District as a flood control zone for the Los Angeles river . The Dominguez Gap is a great place for a walk or run. It offers a 2-mile round trip hike around the wetland zone. The loop can be hiked in either direction. The trail is well maintained and reasonably flat. One side is dirt and the other side is paved. There are a variety of native plants , seasonal birds , rabbits and tortoises .

Olvera Street and the Avila Adobe: the Historic Heart of Los Angeles, CA

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When people think of Los Angeles, images of Hollywood, Downtown skyscrapers, or the beaches of Santa Monica usually come to mind. Yet, in the middle of the city, there’s a place that takes you back to the very origins of L.A.: Olvera Street , part of El Pueblo de Los Angeles Historical Monument . This vibrant street is perfect for travelers who want to experience culture, history, and a taste of Mexico right in the heart of Los Angeles. Olvera Street: celebrating mexican heritage Olvera Street was established in 1930 to honor the city’s Mexican roots . Today, it’s a pedestrian street buzzing with life , lined with traditional Mexican restaurants, colorful shops, and artisans selling handmade crafts. Festivals and live performances often fill the street, making it one of the most authentic cultural experiences in the city. The area includes 27 historic buildings , but none is more significant than the Avila Adobe , the oldest standing house in Los Angeles. The origins of Los An...