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Eisenhower Park in Orange: Where a Little River Runs to a Lake

December 30, 2009

Eisenhower Park first came on my radar last year in conversation at the OC Blogger Ball. We finally visited this expansive oasis off the 55 freeway this past weekend. I always know it’s going to be good when we get the last spot in the parking lot and it’s hard for me to grab photos [...]

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OC Zoo Quiz

December 10, 2009

How well do you know the OC Zoo in Irvine Regional Park?
I thought I knew it pretty well. I’m a wildlife enthusiast and collect zoos like others collect rare coins or stamps. I visit the zoo often. At a blogger event last week, I learned all sorts of interesting facts from Donald the Zoo Manager:

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La Veta Park: A Favorite Off Chapman Avenue

May 27, 2009

La Veta Park sits tucked back in a neighborhood off Chapman Avenue in Orange. Thanks to the special visitor for a recommendation that was so detailed, I was able to use almost every word! When we went for our photo trip – my daughter met a little playmate and I got the scoop from [...]

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Grijalva Community Park: Fun Foot Bridge and Multiple Monkey Bars

March 10, 2009

Grijalva Community Park at Santiago Creek is another recommendation from Mary who told me about Pioneer Park. It was very easy to get to from the freeway and we had tons of fun playing. We talked to many moms who supported Mary’s tips and added a few of their own.
Location: Exit the 55 [...]

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Irvine Regional Park=4 Playgrounds + 1 Zoo + 1 Railroad + 1 Lake + Lots of Ponies

November 11, 2008

Irvine Regional Park is located in Orange, but you’ll pass through Tustin, Irvine, and Orange as you climb Jamboree to reach this massive regional park. I even filed it under all three cities since it’s close to them all and worth a little extra drive. You can get in free with your OC Parks pass [...]