Sisquoc General Store

This store is surely the most exciting thing happening in the sleepy town of Sisquoc. If you do decide to make the drive along Foxen Canyon Road be sure and visit the historic Sisquoc General Store built in 1910. It's a good place to buy essential picnic groceries before you do some back country wine tasting. You will find lot's of small town charm so sit a spell and travel back in time under the old oak trees. The region has a mild micro-climate year round making it perfect growing conditions for vineyards and popular with the cyclists. Sisquoc, with a population of 183, comes complete with a fire station, a church, and a Kindergarden - 8th grade school. What more do you need to be happy in a small California town?

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Nojoqui Falls

What a hidden treasure! Nojoqui Falls pronounced "no-HO-wee" is an impressive 70ft moss and fern fringed waterfall. At this time of year the falls were just a trickle but during the rainy season the falls are lush and strong. The shaded tree lined path which leads to the falls is beautiful and has benches along the way. Pictures don't do it justice, either.  Take your time and enjoy the creek as it twists past you along the trail, it's an easy 10 minute hike for adults and children alike. At the end, there's a nice seating area for a relaxing picnic or just taking in the view. If you are looking for a diversion from the crowds in Solvang this spot is a hidden gem. You won't believe how high the falls are!!!

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Hula Luau

My new hula dance group has lots of amazing ALOHA SPIRIT! We all got together on September 11th to celebrate the End Of Summer with lot's of love and harmony. The beautiful event was highlighted by great food, hula dancing to live Ukulele music and perfect Leadbetter Beach surroundings. We really have a great bunch of hula refugees!!!  I'm so very lucky to be able to call these amazing spirits my hula sistah's!

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Toro Canyon Park

Toro Canyon Park is 74 heavily wooded acres of secluded beauty located above Summerland in the foothills between Montecito and Carpinteria. Kids will be tempted by the tadpole filled creek which meanders through an oak shaded playground. Great park for a company picnic or wedding reception with several large group BBQ areas, an off-lease dog park, horse trails, hiking trails and even a sand volleyball court. Try climbing up the huge sandstone rocks and enjoy the view from the top. An easy hike takes you 1 mile up to a gazebo at the top of a hill with sweeping 360-degree vistas. Stay on the well maintained trails as mountain lions have been seen in this area. Still it's a great spot for a picnic, some photo ops or just a short break from driving between LA and Santa Barbara.

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