Santa Barbara, California USA

The story of Santa Barbara, known as the American Riviera, begins with the iconic Old Mission Santa Barbara. Founded in 1786 by Spanish Franciscans, this “Queen of the Missions” stands as a testament to the area’s rich cultural heritage. Its twin bell towers and stunning architecture have become synonymous with the city’s character.

The city’s tumultuous history includes Zorro, the 1969 oil spill, the California Oil Spill and the burning of a Bank of America branch in Isla Vista in 1970, a reflection of the era’s social unrest and anti-establishment sentiments.

French Polynesia

In French Polynesia, where the waters are pure, There are many places that are sure to allure. From Tahiti to Bora Bora, and Moorea too, There are sights and sounds that will leave you anew. UC Santa Barbara and Berkeley study the coral, While the University of Washington studies it moral. The marine life is abundant and unique,
And the waters are pure, making it a haven for the meek.

San Francisco, California USA

In San Francisco, a couple did stay, At the Intercontinental, they planned their way. They chose not to buy a condo at the Millennium Tower, Opting for adventures, they’d savor by the hour. They strolled through Chinatown, a vibrant place, Immersed in culture, they found their space. To the Mission they ventured, to learn and explore, About Saint Francis, the patron saint they adore. Thanksgiving arrived, and with family in mind,
Fortune cookies they purchased, a gesture so kind. They boarded a ferry to El Cerrito, so grand, To share their dreams, in that beautiful land. They spoke of Fisherman’s Wharf, and the Golden Gate, Of Alcatraz, Muir Woods, a wonderful fate. Their love for San Francisco, a city so dear, Filled their hearts with joy, as they planned the next year.

Stability Gained By Balance

Jack and his crew of fellow Sea Scouts spent countless hours on the water, learning the art of rowing And the science of seamanship. They learned how to keep the boat steady in rough waters, how to work together to maintain speed and direction, and how to use their collective strength and skill to win races and flotilla competitions. And they learned more.

Longboard Hockey

Longboarding itself originated in Hawaii in the 1950s, when surfers sought to bring surfing to land. They created a new kind of skateboard made of thick plywood shaped into a smaller version of a surfboard, with trucks and wheels screwed to the decks, and used their surfing moves on small hills. Longboarding became popular in…