Fishing with kids in OC + lake walks

Plus, always sharing ways to notice nature when you are outside

Apr 10 • Michele Whiteaker

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A difference between screen-free & pro-play?

I'm pro-play! What's your strategy?

Apr 4 • Michele Whiteaker

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March 2026

Free parks with restrooms in Orange County

Featuring a fun one with views for days high above Laguna Beach!

Mar 26 • Michele Whiteaker

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Spring break away from the crowds

Plus, a play trip plan with parks, food ideas, a library and nature center!

Mar 20 • Michele Whiteaker

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Kid-friendly farms & gardens + spring splashes

Plus, beat the heat with indoor playgrounds or shaded playgrounds!

Mar 14 • Michele Whiteaker

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Wildflowers season + parks near gardens

Plus, closing times later at some parks with the time change!

Mar 6 • Michele Whiteaker

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February 2026

Junior Ranger program + accessible playgrounds

Plus, summer camp registrations are still opening up!

Feb 27 • Michele Whiteaker

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5 secrets to my best playgrounds list

Including a new PDF checklist with library pairings!

Feb 20 • Michele Whiteaker

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Outdoor summer camps + Valentine's treats

Plus, free national park day on Monday + ideas for the coming rainy week

Feb 13 • Michele Whiteaker

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Adventure playground news + green hills

Plus, how many new parks can you regularly squeeze into each week?

Feb 6 • Michele Whiteaker

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January 2026

Park with 3 playgrounds + San Diego Museum Month

Plus, playing with our OC Parks annual pass and a nature center with Stories by the Stream

Jan 31 • Michele Whiteaker

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Recreation department info for OC cities

Plus, noticing nature when you are on-the-go

Jan 24 • Michele Whiteaker

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