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10 Fun things to do in SD
Friday, January 21st, 2011 Edition
1. Cowles Mountain Hiking is short but pretty intense on this hike, better than the stair climber in the gym. A great way to see a different perspective of San Diego.
2. DEPECHE MODE vs GARY NUMAN Tribute Show w/ TELEX CABARET Saturday at 9:00pm at the Satin Lounge Legendary DJ Steve West will also be there, 80′s night all the way!
3. MONSTER JAM January 22nd See the Grave Digger and have a cray time!!!
5. Boomers, Play mini golf and go karts.
6. Bowling, there are alot of cool places to go bowling. Kearny Mesa Bowl (the old skool of Bowling lanes), East Village Tavern and Bowl
7. The Plunge Indoor swimming
9. Ferry to Coronado Island
10. Kid City at Reuben H. Fleet Science center
10 Fun Things to do in SD
1. The Pearl Hotel, Dive in Theatre Poolside Lounge Theatre THEPEARLSD.com
2. Family Friendly Daddy-O’s Where locals go for great burgers is their Tag line www.daddyosdelux.com
3. Watch The Green Hornet Movie in 3D
4. Skateworld, go Skating Family Fun $7.00 1:30-5:00pm
5. Bull’s Smokin BBQ..Dog friendly with a 15ft Projector screen on the Patio
6. Try some Crepes at French Creperie Cafe Fabrison’s
7. Mini Golf at Pelly’s by the beautiful Del Mar beach
8. Take a Brewery Tour
9. The Toughest Girl Alive, Moxie Theatre
San Diego Desert Guide
The popular Pumpkin Patch
A big draw to living in San Diego is the vast amount of desert to the east as a recreational destination. Many activities include hiking, camping, off road fun, star gazing and recreation for San Diegans to participate. The desert has massive amounts of appeal; it secures the user a sense of freedom and openness you can’t get anywhere else. Nothing beats building a nice big bonfire at a desert campground, listening to tunes and planning your next day’s ride. But the freedom that desert users have experienced in the past is being taken away by the ever increasing scourge of law enforcement, property owners fencing off land, environmental protection and development.
One of the best areas to camp is in and around Ocotillo Wells. There are many places to visit and geographical areas that are interesting and educational for kids. Depending on the amount of creature comforts you desire, this area has several amenities that can help your stay. There are several stores close by to get supplies and ice. There are hot showers at Holmes Camp if you are running low on water and the infamous Iron Door offers some night life. Some RV parks have cropped up as well if you don’t want to take your RV off-roading.
ATV's enjoying the desert areas around San Diego and Imperial Counties
Anza- Borrego is a great place to see nature’s bounty. The flowers that bloom here are incredible and usually happen around Feb/Mar/April. There is so much to see and do here that a paragraph in this post will not do it justice. There are many animal species that call home here as well, Bighorn Sheep, Chuckwallas, Rattlesnakes and Desert Iguanas. Native American pictographs can be found depicting the past. And beautiful streams and waterfalls depending on the rainfall also can be found in this desert paradise. For more information on San Diego Desert destinations please Google or visit the links below.
State Parks:Anza- Borrego SP http://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=638 Vallecito Stage Station Box Canyon El Vado Los Puertecitos Palm Spring Puerta/Butterfield Overland mail route
Ocotillo Wells SVRA http://ohv.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=1217 BLOW SAND HILL DEVILS SLIDE BARREL SPRINGS SHELL REEF GAS DOMES PUMPKIN PATCH
BLM Areas:Imperial Sand Dunes Plaster City/Yuha Basin Lark Canyon Superstition Mountain Open Area Glamis
San Diego Desert Season: Officially starts in October and ends around May. Anza- Borrego Desert Natural History organization http://www.abdnha.org/index.html Borrego Springs Chamber info http://www.borregospringschamber.com/abdsp/
Halloween in San Diego
Halloween is turning into more of a celebration for adults than children. Especially in the city of San Diego, where all your ghoulish delights are met and then some! So that you can have maximum fun and adventure during this fiendish season, we have created this very unique guide to all things scary in San Diego.
The House of Horror (Ages 10+), the Haunted Hay Ride, The Chamber (the largest of the large spinning tunnel) Food and More…. Events: “Thrill the World” October 23rd, the largest gathering of Zombies performing to Michael Jackson’s “Thriller”
Monster Bash 2010Saturday, October 30th Time: 6:00pm to Midnight (21+ Event) Where: The outskirts of the Gaslamp at 7th Avenue between Market and J Street and on Island Avenue between 6th and 8th Avenues
The Haunted Trail Balboa ParkLocated just east of 6th & Juniper in Balboa Park, one block south of Laurel Street bridge. Trail Opens: Sept. 24 – Oct. 31, 2010 What: Carnival of Carnage Maze
Monster Manor (13+) GHASTLEY STUDIOSStudio visitors will walk through the various soundstages and departments from the studio. Some of these soundstages are said to be haunted by the studio’s former employees and visitors. Guests may encounter movies currently being filmed on the lot. This does not deter unfriendly poltergeists from possessing or wreaking havoc on set.
This nighttime attraction takes about 10 minutes to walk through. It is not recommended for persons under the age of thirteen because of scary situations. It is also not advised for those who suffer from heart, back or neck problems, claustrophobia, fear of the dark or those who are sensitive to strobe lights, fog machines, and sudden and loud noises.
The Haunted Hotel (10+ years)Doors Creak Open: Sept. 24 – Oct. 31, 2010
The longest running Haunted House in San Diego you must check out, but go early the lines can be long. Admission prices vary depending on the night you go. Check out the Web sites FAQ page for more information on this haunted location.
San Diego Oktoberfest
Dates: Begins Friday Oct 1 to Sunday Oct 3 2010 Location: the center of the action is on Spring St. and La Mesa Blvd Claim to Fame: La Mesa Oktoberfest is a giant block party and Beer Fest! 400 Booths 2 Beer Gardens Great Food Carnival Rides
Dates: October 1-3 and 8th-10th Location: 1017 S. Mollison Ave. El Cajon
Date: Saturday, October 9th 2010 Location: Claim to fame: Sausage Toss and beer Stein Holding contest, O.B. Brat Trot
Date: September 26th 2010 Location: Mountain Vista and El Camino Real Encinitas, CA Claim to fame: 200 Craft Booths
Date: Saturday, October 2nd 2010 Location: Holiday Park, Carlsbad Claim to fame: Pumpkin Patch & Pumpkin Decorating Contest Carlsbad Coastal Winery Grape Stomp
Date: October 9th & 10th Location: Rabobank Parking Lot Claim to fame: Bratwurst, beer, oom-pah music and dancers in traditional German and Austrian style, brings a taste of Europe to downtown Julian every October.
Ramona Oktoberfest
Date: Weekend of October 15th, check with Ramona Chamber Location: Claim to fame: German food, dancing, Kids Zone, beer and wine gardens. Big Craft Fair
