July 2025

Mission San Carlos Borromeo de Carmelo, Junípero Serra’s Complex Legacy

Mission San Carlos Borromeo de Carmelo,Junípero Serra’s Complex Legacy California A Glimpse into California’s Past, The Carmel Mission Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, Mission San Carlos Borromeo de Carmelo is better known as the Carmel Mission. The Mission was founded in 1770 by Spanish Franciscan friar Junípero Serra. It was the second of the 21 Spanish

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The Crown Jewel’s Trails, An Exploration of Point Lobos

The Crown Jewel’s Trails, An Exploration of Point Lobos California Point Lobos, California’s Crown Jewel We hiked for just over two hours in Point Lobos State Park, also known as Point Lobos State Reserve. This park near Monterey is considered the “crown jewel” of California state parks, and after our visit, I understand why Point

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