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9 Ideas for Spring Break Family Activities Away From The Crowds

San Onofre Beach Trail 4

Dana Point Tide Pools

Pelican Point and Treasure Cove at Crystal Cove State Park

Reef Point at Crystal Cove State Park

Moro Beach at Crystal Cove State Park

What to Tell Your Family When They Ask What to Get Your Kids

Make-Ahead Winter Chili

Montane Botanic Garden and Children's Outdoor Discovery Center

Halloween Candy House

Stuff to Build

Our First Fairy House (Nature Craft)

Newport Beach Civic Center and Park (also known as White Bunny Park)

Centennial Farm at the OC Fairgrounds in Costa Mesa

The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens Displays Sonoran Desert Life

Beaches near Laguna Beach Montage Resort

Noguchi Gardens (California Scenario) in Costa Mesa

California Botanic Garden in Claremont: Wonderland of Spring Flowers

Family-Friendly Walks near Dana Point Harbor (with Route Maps)

Heisler Park in Laguna Beach

Linda Lane Beach in San Clemente: A Little Slice of Swim Between Surfers

5 Memorable Outdoor Places to Satisfy California Curiosity

How to Barbecue Near the Beach: Places and Tips for Grilling in OC

Picnic Beach in Laguna Beach for Sandcastle Building and Dolphin Spotting

Calafia Beach at San Clemente State Beach: A Tidal Treasure

5 Fun Things at the Park from One Fun Thing™ Author and Illustrator Alii Goedecke

Bolsa Chica State Beach Bike Path

Alta Vista Botanical Gardens at Brengle Terrace Park in Vista

Sherman Library and Gardens in Corona Del Mar

Aldrich Park Exploration at UC Irvine

Pitcher Park in Orange

Simple, No-Cook Dinner Dip to Take to the Park

39 Stay-at-Home Kids Activities for Parents Who Need a Break

Laguna Niguel Lake Walk

Go Explore Nature Guest Post: What I Learned on My Summer Vacation

Ask Yourself "Why Not?"

Solutions for a Frazzled Mom?

Making a Connection

What to do? What to do?

Simple Play: The Wave Game

Make-Ahead Twice-Baked Potatoes

Fun Outdoor Activities for Kids and Families: Guest Blog by Play Outdoors