Trudi's Travels

Sunday, June 5, 2011

Los Rios Historic District

The Los Rios Historic District is a place I have been to a number of times and always enjoy. This is the oldest neighborhood in California and sides the train depot in San Juan Capistrano and is within walking distance of the Mission San Juan Capistrano. There are 40 homes in the district. Many of the homes are businesses, as well as where people live. Three original adobe structures exist as well. I have been to the Tea House on Los Rios, as well as a restaurant and coffee house on the street. There is also a Petting Zoo in the district. Recently I saw Huell Howser do one of his programs from the train depot and Los Rios Historic District.

Monday, May 30, 2011

Tucker Wildlife Sanctuary

On June 1, 2010, Mari and I decided to take a walk on the truck trail that is next to Tucker Wildlife Sanctuary, plus explore the Wildlife Sanctuary. My pictures are attached. We hiked part of the way up the trail, as it is mainly uphill. On the way back down, I was in front and I looked in front of me and saw a snake. I said to Mari, "is that what I think it is" and she said yes. I told her, she could go first. I am such a good mom! LOL! I walked behind her and lost my footing and the next thing I remember I was flat on the ground. When I got up, I was not feeling the best. Mari was very supportive as usual and we got to the car and drove home. The next day, I was very sore!

Tucker Wildlife Sanctuary is a 12-acre nature preserve located in Modjeska Canyon. It is free and is owned and operated by CSUF. The facilities include a small natural history museum, two ponds, a bird observation porch and feeder, patio and picnic areas, amphitheater, hiking trails, gift shop, restrooms and parking lot.