The theme for this Saturday is all about ponds or lakes or bodies of water. I looked through all my old photos and only came up with one that fit the theme:
Here they are, two gentlemen taking it easy on their boat with the pond to the left. I have no idea who they are or where the pond is since the photo wasn't marked. But they sure look happy and relaxed. And this is what ponds are for. They're supposed to be relaxing. Which reminded me of a pond in my neighborhood.
It's a wetlands habitat right in the heart of Fallbrook, Calif. where I live. About two miles from my house. So I take my dog for walks there three or four times a week.
Now I'd like to take you for a walk there. This is where you enter
Los Jilgueros Preserve was a gift to Fallbrook by the family of
Pamela Van Der Linden (side note: she was the mother-in-law of Peanuts creator Charles Schulz!) in 1990. The preserve encompasses 46
acres. The
trail is just a 1.5 mile loop, with a
pond at the far end. The preserve also
includes some projects by the Native
Plant and Wildflower Team.
As you walk along the path there are various points of interest like old rusty farm equipment
You cross a bridge
Then walk a little ways and through the trees and a pretty pond is revealed
Stay there long enough and you'll see lots of ducks. Sometimes I see egrets there, but unfortunately not for this photo session. But it's fun to watch the ducks fly in for a landing and then swim and dive trying to find their dinner.
On the walk back you'll think you're in Disneyland because here is what I call The Mickey Mouse Graveyard.
The walk takes only about 30 minutes, then you're at the parking lot. It's a little bit of exercise and a nice relaxing time at the pond. Not too many people in Fallbrook know about it even though it's right in the middle of the village. So it's very secluded and quiet. Hope you've enjoyed the walk and the view of the pond.
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Sepia Saturday.
Maybe anonymity is the charm of such a place. It's your own private oasis 3 or 4 times a week. (Micky Mouse graveyard - that's cute!)
ReplyDeleteIt's private especially in the winter. It does get more traffic in the spring and summer. But still nice.
DeleteYour walk is really a great adventure. I like Mickey's cactus friends.
ReplyDeleteI wonder if in that first shot the boat is in a canal, rather than a pond? Looks relaxing anyway.
ReplyDeleteI thought that too when I first saw the photo. But since the theme wasn't for canals, I thought I'd wing it a bit.
DeleteAll of these photos made me smile! What fun!
ReplyDeleteI would love to have a spot like that to walk. Around here I go to a little track and walk around and around. Not nearly as scenic.
ReplyDeleteI used to live in an area where there was just a track to go around and around. I know what you mean. It's really boring.
DeleteYou couldn't have found a better name for that last shot. Mickey Mouse came to mind immediately I saw it. My four mile round trip each day to collect a paper is nowhere near as scenic as you loop whic I'll bet your dogs love as well.
ReplyDeleteYes, my dog loves to go there. The only problem is she doesn't walk very fast because she always has to stop and sniff. Which makes it not a really good exercise.
DeleteThe heart rate pretty much stays the same.
I'm laughing out loud at the Mickey Mouse graveyard! It's a hoot!
ReplyDeleteMe too, The Mickey Mouse graveyard cracked me up. Thank you for the lovely tour, Nancy. I sure would like to be sitting next to those guys on the Anna L., fishing for some dinner. I am looking forward to this summer and being out on Paulina Lake.
ReplyDeleteKathy M.
Enjoy your time at the Lake and thanks for taking a walk in my preserve.
DeleteThose guys sure are relaxed! Enjoyed the walk. Looks like a lovely pastime and exercise.
ReplyDeleteGlad you enjoyed the walk. I'd go there today, but it's rainy and wet.
DeleteI enjoyed the little walk. So many things to see. I could go again!
ReplyDeleteThat looked like a place near here until you got to Mickey Mouse Graveyard. I'd be afraid to walk alone in such a secluded area even if I had a dog.
ReplyDeleteSometimes it's a little scary - especially when I go late in the afternoon and it's getting dark. Who knows what's lurking in those trees. And my dog is not very ferocious.
DeleteYES! Mickey Mouse graveyard! Perfect.
ReplyDeleteIt reminds me of an area near me where the land has been saved as a preserve. From what I've been told there are mink, beavers, bald eagles, foxes and more living there. I keep hoping to see a bald eagle, but so far have only seen a silhouette.
a Reet Sweet Journey ! Thanks For Inviting Us Along With You.All thats missing is a wooden sign reading......'DONT PET THE CARTOON CHARACTERS"!
ReplyDeleteMickey would be proud! What a great collection of photos to a wonderful place!
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed our walk and feel very refreshed. We have a Mickey Mouse growing in our garden too!
ReplyDeleteLove the entrance to the preserve, with its archway.
ReplyDeleteVery mysterious, almost...
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