It was an exercise in COVID-era civil disobedience, magazine says–Reason magazine is shining a national spotlight on the City of Paso Robles and how local businesses fought COVID-19 restrictions to survive. Reason reporter Christian Britschgi was assigned to Paso Robles, where many businesses defied the state’s strict orders to close. He said he enjoyed it. […]
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Why do we call this time of year the season of Coastal Discovery? Simply put, this is the richest season to witness what Highway 1 and the Central Coast have to offer. Wildlife peaks in winter, with opportunities to see creatures in their element. Witness thousands of monarch butterflies clustered on eucalyptus branches, elephant seals
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Ready for a once-in-a-lifetime coastal experience full of wildlife and wonder? We’re going to let you in on a little local secret: the iconic Highway 1 is fully open in SLO CAL, from the Oceano Dunes to Ragged Point and The Southern End of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. You’ll soon be exploring untouched
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Fall in love with SLO CAL this February. Spend your Valentine’s weekend exploring San Luis Obispo County’s glistening coastline, in a scenic vineyard or atop a grand vista. Bring along your significant other and even your little cupids because there are so many ways to fall back in love in SLO CAL. Located midway between
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On Monday, the pond at Barney Schwartz was freshly stocked with rainbow trout by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. For More Info Click Here
Historically, the towns along San Luis Obispo County’s unique stretch of Highway 1 long served as harbors and destinations for trade. From the Chumash people and Portola expedition, to whaling in San Simeon and sneaking moonshine at Spooner’s Cove, this region boasts a rich seafaring history. Fortunately, many structures remain from the heyday of these
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The natural landscape of our stretch of Highway 1 has inspired paintings, poems, literature and song. As such, we take its conservation very seriously so it can inspire generations to come. Here, you’ll find thousands of acres of protected open space, both on land and at sea. These estuaries, fields, mountains, bluffs and beaches are
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Cute, furry, and playful, Southern Sea Otters make their homes just offshore along the SLO CAL stretch of Highway 1. Sea otters are native to the north Pacific Ocean, with Monterey Bay, Big Sur, and the Central Coast as hubs of activity. They are friendly, and often stay close to shore to raise their young.
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The Piedras Blancas Elephant Seal Rookery lets visitors see elephant seals up close and in their element. Find these magnificent marine mammals on the beach, just off Highway 1, along a beautiful stretch of coastline. The rookery is easily accessible, free, and open to the public, year-round. What: Elephant Seal ViewingWhen: Year-round, best times are late January,
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Be outside during dawn, dusk and incoming tidesBirds, fish and mammals are active during these times. Look for churning water surfaces, diving birds, shiny dolphin backs, seals and otters in bays and on open water. Listen for songbirds singing in bushes and trees, especially during spring and early summer. For More Tips Click Here!
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