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Osage Station Park:  Roses and Running
Flora / Running

Osage Station Park: Roses and Running

Posted on May 12, 2013 by Linda, A Nature Mom • 14 Comments

Over the past several years, I’ve tried running at just about every park in the Pleasanton through Danville area, searching for ones with trails both long enough for a nice-length run and shady enough to provide protection from our blaring summer heat.  I’ve decided my favorite is Osage Station Park in Danville.  The trail looping … Continue reading »

Hike:  Indian Joe Nature Trail, Sunol Regional Wilderness
Alameda County / Hiking with Kids

Hike: Indian Joe Nature Trail, Sunol Regional Wilderness

Posted on January 6, 2013 by Linda, A Nature Mom • 6 Comments

This lovely one-mile loop trail is one of my favorite hikes in the San Francisco East Bay to do with little kids.  My son and I hiked this regularly when he was three.  On Saturday, I walked the trail alone… a rare treat.  I enjoyed walking at my own pace, taking the time to stop … Continue reading »

Kayaking, Lake Chabot Regional Park
Nature Exploration / Photos

Kayaking, Lake Chabot Regional Park

Posted on December 20, 2012 by Linda, A Nature Mom • 6 Comments

Peaceful… Kayaker, Lake Chabot Regional Park Photos taken December 11th, 2012 Continue reading »

Bring on the Butterflies…
Animal Fun / At Home / Gardens / View from Home

Bring on the Butterflies…

Posted on May 13, 2012 by Linda, A Nature Mom • 29 Comments

After tons of research, I finally decided what to plant in our yard to attract butterflies.  As you may know, we’ve been creating a backyard wildlife habit, following the guidelines set forth by the National Wildlife Federation (NWF). My first goal in creating our butterfly garden was to add plants to our yard that will … Continue reading »

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