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California Brickelbush (Brickellia californica) is a native shrub and may be one of the best and sweetest smelling plants. From a great distance, you will be drawn by the irresistible, powerful perfume. The wonderful fragrance lasts for almost two weeks and it’s one of those mysterious plant scents that can be smelled only at a distance.
With Avery Field’s photography, others saw Idyllwild … Picture postcards are an ever-popular item in scenic areas such as Idyllwild. We certainly have had our share of commercial photographers, and the most talented was Avery Edwin Field. A family history just published by his grandson, Sidney Edwin Field, brings Avery’s life (1883-1955) and career into…
Festive giant candy canes create a meandering snowy path for Christmas shoppers in Idyllwild …
Fire extinguishers are an important type of safety equipment that should be in every home and are required in most businesses. They do not last forever and must be regularly inspected, maintained, or replaced. Some extinguishers, especially the least expensive ones, are disposable. Others are refillable. Maintenance and repair should only be done by trained…
In Mountain Center, a couple of rodents, a.k.a. chipmunks, are taking over the bird nest box. They are making themselves at home, leaving the chickadees homeless …