We spent a good deal of time not only looking down while in the Big Sur region but also up to the sky. We were hoping to catch a glimpse of a Condor. Within Andrew Molera State Park is The Ventana Wildlife Society Research and Education Center, established in January 1992. We stopped in to learn a little about these creatures and learned they weren’t what we expected. (more…)
Only about 5-10 minutes from Tickle Pink Inn is Point Lobos State Reserve. This reserve covers not only the land you can walk on but also reaches out to cover roughly 775 acres of the ocean. This submerged portion of the reserve has recently been added to a total of 5.36 square miles of ocean to now form the Point Lobos State Marine Reserve. Scuba and free diving is allowed within the preserve. (more…)
On our way back north from Big Sur, we spent the night in Carmel by the Sea. Carmel is a beautiful town just south of Monterey. It’s an inspiring location that many artists have gravitated to over the years. The area is lush with vegetation; everything from Impatients to Bird of Paradise. (more…)
Big Sur is the most beautiful place I have ever been to. When I visited the Grand Canyon and surrounding region it took my breath away but Big Sur stole my heart. It is a coastal region in central California that is not so clearly defined and is sparsely populated. (more…)
We checked in to the Fernwood Resort upon arrival in the Big Sur area. I have to say the term “resort” should be taken lightly. It’s more in line with what most would associate with a motel. They have individual cabins in the woods, a restaurant, bar, and small general store along with several motel rooms. There are a couple other “resorts” in the area with a similar layout. (more…)