Family Events
FAMILY FIELDTRIPS TO GARDENS AND FARMS:
Descanso Gardens, La Canada Flintridge
http://www.descansogardens.org
large pond with turtles and ducks, children’s garden maze, train
Huntington Botanical Gardens and Library, San Marino
amazing children’s garden and science discovery center
The LA County Arboretum and Botanic Garden, Arcadia
watch out for the peacocks! Large, diverse grounds
Conejo Valley Botanical Gardens in Thousand Oaks
charming children’s garden; free
Underwood Family Farms in Moorpark
http://www.underwoodfamilyfarms.com
working sustainable farm; great children’s farm activity area with animals; pick your own vegetables, fruits, berries, herbs, and flowers in season. Shop at your local farmer’s market or farm produce stand! They often carry interesting varieties of fruits and vegetables and heirloom varieties. Many are organic. Freshly harvested produce tastes the best and is richest in nutrients!
