Festival of the Cranes 2017 - Backwater Tour

The Backwater Tour experienced the refuge from the perspective of water management. We joined water manager, Gerad Montoya on a tour of the refuge and learned how water is moved, used and conserved.

Riding Amtrak Home to Santa Fe

Riding Amtrak Southwest Chief extends the vacation experience Spectacular landscapes and pristine vistas not visible from interstate highways are seen along the way.

TravelsDeborah NelsonOctober 2, 2017Train

Riverside Pedestrian Mall

We took advantage of a full day leisurely sightseeing and relaxing at the Riverside Pedestrian Mall before our Amtrak was due to depart in the evening.

TravelsDeborah NelsonOctober 1, 2017Museum, Birding

UCRiverside Campus and Botanic Gardens

Nestled in the foothills of the Box Springs Mountains on the east side of the University of California, Riverside Campus, The Gardens covers 40 hilly acres. Wander over four miles of scenic trails or just relax on a bench and enjoy the beauty.

Travels, Exhibitions, PhotographyDeborah NelsonSeptember 30, 2017Museum

UCR/California Museum of Photography

UCR/California Museum of Photography provides a cultural presence, educational resource, community center and intellectual meeting ground for the university and the general public.

Travels, Exhibitions, PhotographyDeborah NelsonSeptember 29, 2017Museum

Riverside Art Museum

The Riverside Art Museum is located in the historic Mission Inn district of downtown Riverside. The architecturally significant 1929 building is a former YWCA facility designed by Hearst Castle and AIA Gold Medal-winning architect Julia Morgan.

TravelsDeborah NelsonSeptember 29, 2017Museum, Riverside Art Museum

Mission Inn and Local Landmarks

“It is the most unique hotel in America. It’s a monastery, a museum, a fine hotel, a home, a boardinghouse, a mission, an art gallery and an aviator’s shrine. It combines the best features of all of the above. If you are ever in any part of California, don’t miss the famous Mission Inn of Riverside.”
– Will Rogers

TravelsDeborah NelsonSeptember 28, 2017