Play Ideas

More than 17 family-friendly nature centers and interpretive centers around Orange County, CA that add meaning to park visits.

Dana Point tide pools are protected areas. Thanks to the Ocean Institute for providing information about this amazing natural area.

Kids indoor play areas in Orange County with almost 150 ideas, including places to go like indoor playgrounds, libraries, and nature centers.

Strands Beach and Strand Vista Park in Dana Point offer a fun outing for any activity level, but it’s especially good if you like stairs.

Make ahead family meals are one of my biggest strategies when it comes to finding extra play time!  I’m going to start sharing some of my favorite make ahead meals, …

Christmas in Orange County list with 29 mostly FREE things to do. Includes places to go and also experience-gift ideas! Also home holiday fun!

A simple list of Orange County 2024 Thanksgiving dinner restaurant buffets, dine-in, and Thanksgiving meals to go or takeout!

Kids naturally find stuff to build at parks and beaches and it’s okay to let them as long as there are no rules against collecting.

The Stick Game is a classic in our family for when the kids are out on a nature walk or hike with us.

My 7 year old came up with the holiday play idea of creating a Halloween candy house using Pop Tarts. I’m sure ideas like this can be found on the …