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My husband and I have 4 kids... 3 boys and then our girl. We homeschool them all and travel when possible. We just started letterboxing and are finding ourselves a little obsessed with it.
Our Family's Travel Personality
adventurous, curious, structured, relaxed, simple, independent, spontaneous, easy_going
We Just Got Back From
Zion and Bryce National Parks
Our Favorite Vacation Spot
Camping in Kings Canyon or Yosemite
A Place We'd Love To Visit
The Redwoods in Northern California
Favorite Vacation Memory
Walking the meadows of Yosemite with my family. The quiet, the sparkling water, the rustling grasses, and a dip in the river made for an amazing day.
Worst Travel Moment With My Kids:
Anytime throw up is involved. Especially when one kid triggers another. And when we are in the car. And when they choose to use the box that is holding all their library books and toys.
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Easter Egg Hunts: Orange County & San Diego, CA
Many cities, parks and resorts offer Easter Egg Hunts, brunches and activities that kids and parents love. This is a list to get you started in finding an activity near your hometown or your Easter vacation destination in Southern California and parts of the Central Coast.
5620 Paseo Del Norte
Carlsbad, California
Comment:
Easter "Fun Time" Event is being held Sun, Apr 8, 2012: 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Fun and games on Easter Sunday including crafts and coloring, a bounce house, spin for prizes, and visits with the Easter Bunny from 1pm - 2pm. Located at Center Court.
Free. More information: (760) 804-9000
17953 Dos Picos Park Road
Ramona, California
Comment:
April 7, 2012 10 a.m. Meet the Easter Bunny. Egg hunt will be available for divided age groups. $1.00 donation requested. Parking $3.00. More information: (760) 789-2220
28275 Avendale Boulevard
Ladera Ranch, California
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March 31, 2012. 11 am - 2 pm. Bring your own basket for the Egg Scrambles by age group. Other activities include face painting, meeting Mr. and Mrs. Peter Rabbit, and food and beverage sales. Some activities require tickets. Pre-sale "All Access" wristbands $7/each. More information: http://laderalife.com
Aliso Viejo Town Center
Aliso Viejo, California
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March 31st, 2012. 9 am - 11:30 am. Egg hunts, visits with Peter Rabbit, bounce houses and live entertainment are available. More information: http://www.avca.net/alisoviejo/calendar_detail.asp?id=1446
reviewed on: May 19 2011
"Secret Park"
My boys and their friends nicknamed this park, "The Secret Park" because it's somewhat hidden off the beaten path, and because of it's enclosed gate. They are referring to the tot lot at the top of the hill of this wide and grassy Grand Park. The amazing views across Orange County, the covered shade, and the completely enclosed fence make this park (the tot lot) one of our favorites. Parking is easy to find on the street and the gate door closes.
I took all of my kids here today (10, 8, 4, 2) and I was worried about the older ones having enough to do. My little ones ran around and went down the slide while my older boys held races and obstacles courses around the structure and the "Tarzan hanging swings". They had a blast.
On the down side, there are no bathrooms in this area and the local businesses down the steep hill (or drive) are not open to non-customers. There are multitudes of rabbits that hop along the hillsides in Aliso Viejo and the evidence is seen in the small pellet droppings in the sand. I have no idea if this is bad for my kids to play in it and I usually don't worry about it but it bothers me sometimes. The structure is wooden and could lead to splinters in my kids feet who love going barefoot at parks. Despite these things, we love this little play area!
1500 Orange Ave
Coronado, California
Comment:
April 8, 2012 Easter Sunday Time: 3 egg hunts from 10:00 am to 10:40 am and
3 egg hunts from from 12:00 pm to 12:40 pm
All ages. Brunch options, egg hunts, holiday crafts and visits with the Easter bunny are available. No cost for the egg hunts and baskets. More information and to register: (619) 522-8815, http://hoteldel.com/holidays.aspx#1
18000 Goldenwest St.
Huntington Beach, California
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April 7, 2012. 8 am - 12 pm. The Annual Easter Hunt is held adjacent to the Central Park picnic area off of Edwards Ave. and Central Park Drive. Event includes hunt, game booths, a visit by the Easter Bunny, entertainment, exhibits and refreshments. Bring your own Easter baskets.
1 Irvine Park Road
Orange, California
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Easter Extravaganza open until Saturday, April 6, 2012. The railroad will be open on Easter Sunday, but the Easter Eggstravaganza events will not be open on Easter Sunday. Weekdays 9 am - 5 pm. Weekends 9 am - 6 pm. $4.00 each. Children are separated by age group for each Easter egg hunt. Please see website for specific details on times for each age group and for coupons. Purchase tickets ahead of time because time slots fill up and sell out quickly. More information: http://www.irvineparkrailroad.com/content/easter-eggstravaganza
reviewed on: June 09 2010
"Great ride"
Kids of all ages and parents alike will enjoy riding this miniature railroad. No fear, parents, of having to endure cramped quarters or a repetitive ride in an endless circle. This train has roomy benches led by a quaint red engine and a conductor decked out in his pinstripe overalls. The ride takes you through the lush grounds, large oaks and sycamores and around the lagoon while the conductor shares history on this 100 plus year old park. All aboard for a fantastic ride!
615 Prospect Dr
La Jolla, California
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Saturday, April 7, 2012: 10:00am to 1:00pm Ages 1-12. Bring a basket to hunt for eggs. Peter Rabbit will make a special appearance. Come early to decorate a bag.
More information: (858) 552-1658, http://www.sandiego.gov/park-and-recreation/centers/lajolla.shtml
4000 Coronado Bay Rd
Coronado, California
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Sunday, April 7, 2012: 9:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the Marina Terrace. A variety of fun-filled activities including Easter egg hunts, decorating and relay races are available and complimentary for brunch and resort guests. More information and reservations: www.loewshotels.com/coronadobay (619) 424-4000
6700 E. Walnut Canyon Road
Anaheim, California
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April 7, 2012. 10 am - 2 pm. $13.00 per participant. Animal nursery, Egg Hunt, pictures with the Easter Bunny, hiking, Butterfly Garden planting, crafts, games and more. More information and to register: (714) 998-8330 www.anaheim.net/ocnc
reviewed on: February 25 2011
"Nature trails and a stream"
This little section of trails is located right in the heart of Orange County, surrounded by housing developments and businesses. What a jewel of nature, preserved for us to enjoy. Sometimes the "getting out to enjoy nature" takes work, but that effort is richly rewarded at this place.My kids and I hiked the stream trail, past an amphitheater, a mine, and over 5 or 6 cute little bridges. We saw ducks, woodpeckers and heard the rhythmic croaking of Pacific Tree Frogs. The 1/4 mile nature trail (just up the stairs by the Nature Center) has a lot to offer kids. My kids jumped in the broken "bird egg" and chirped like baby birds, crawled through the turtle shell and then pretended to be animals living in a hollowed log. Interpretive signs helped me teach them a little history and nature as we wandered the trail. A butterfly garden filled with large butterfly structures attracted my kid's attention for quite some time. We loved our time in nature today!
Most of the trails and bridges are narrow and would most likely accommodate a small stroller or jogger. However, the stream trail has many steps and would not work for a stroller. Other trails are available but will not take you over the bridges that would be sure to entice most kids.
The trails are well marked and lined with stones, but I saw many areas of poison oak off the trail. In most cases it was far back from the trail, but is a good reason to stay out of the bushes here!
