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Bryan McDonald with an owl

Our Mission to Elevate California’s Local Heroes

My boyfriend Bryan fell in love last summer – and it wasn’t with me. It was with Ari (pictured), a gorgeous Great Horned Owl, who we met during a visit to Post Ranch Inn, thanks to Antonio Balestreri, one of only a handful of master falconers in California. This is just one sustainability initiative at this 100-acre Big Sur property, home to a ‘who’s who’ of endangered species, including the California Condor. Why share this experience? At Local Getaways, sustainability is in our mission statement. Enjoy our spotlight on eco-friendly Monterey Peninsula hotels, and if we’ve missed your favorite, let us know!

– Mimi Towle, Local Getaways

 
Post Ranch Inn

Sleep Well: The Top Sustainable Places to Stay in the Monterey Bay Region

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WILDCOAST Costasalva Je
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THESE WILD PLACES NEED YOU

WILDCOAST has been protecting our coasts and ocean for 25 years. Join us in keeping sea turtles, whales, dolphins, and the ecosystems they call home flourishing for generations to come.

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The Calistoga Harvest Table

It's Harvest Time in Wine Country: The Calistoga Harvest Table and Other Things to Do in the North Bay This Month

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Marin Art & Garden Center Edible Garden
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CELEBRATE 80 YEARS WITH MARIN ART & GARDEN CENTER

Join us to celebrate this milestone at Edible Garden, a culinary fundraiser benefitting our historic 11-acre property. Explore the gardens, tasting delicious cuisine and libations from local chefs, wineries, and purveyors. Enjoy live music, art, and sweet treats.

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Biogo Coffee Cups

Environmentally-Friendly Road Trip Essentials, for Every Type of Trip

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Casa Madrona Hotel & Spa
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WIN A WELLNESS GETAWAY IN SAUSALITO

Enter to win 2-nights in a Bay View Room at Casa Madrona Hotel & Spa, 60-minute seasonal massage, plus yoga & sound bath classes. Giveaway valued at $1,500!

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Pacifica State Beach

Best Beaches in and Around Pacifica – Sponsored by WILDCOAST

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