March 13th, 2015 at 8:00 am
“Romantic” and “gondola” are words that always seem to find each other. If you’ve been wanting to find yourself and your sweetheart gliding along in one of Venice’s storied ornamental vessels but don’t have enough Euros to get to Italy, how about Oxnard?
Ventura County has just one gondola operator: Gondola Paradiso in Channel Islands Harbor. Any day or night of the week, owner/gondolier Mark Schooling will take up to six passengers on a 50-minute ride through what he describes as the “best-looking waterway in Ventura County,” the one winding through the upscale Seabridge community.
Schooling started Gondola Paradiso in 2014 after 16 years of handling the flat-bottom boats for several operators that are now his competitors further south. Business has been flowing steadily. “Our Valentine’s day volume tripled this year over last, so that’s a good sign,” he said.
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March 12th, 2015 at 10:00 am
Warm weather means that spring is on the way, and with spring comes the sunny Southern California summer right on its heels. And where better to be in the sunshine than out on the water, riding the waves on a brand-new kayak or paddleboard? But you need to have the best equipment to get the best experience, and recent developments in maritime equipment mean that 2015 will be one of the most exciting years on the water yet.
Some of these developments include:
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March 12th, 2015 at 8:00 am
It’s that time of year again. Through April 3, the Cactus League boys of summer head to their spring training camps near Phoenix to sharpen the skills that have lain dormant over the winter. However, it’s not just the athletes on the field that need to prep for the oncoming season; loyal fans and supporters also need to make sure they are ready to cheer on their team through the 162-game march to the World Series. So why not make the trip out to Arizona and help your favorite Major League team start its year off right?
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March 11th, 2015 at 10:00 am
What:
Spring is the perfect time of year for something new and innovative. Find inspiration for a home project at the Ventura Home & Garden Show. Experts will be available to walk you through your outdoor projects including landscaping, pools and spas, fencing, ladders, pottery, and furniture, and your indoor projects like furniture, flooring, windows, shutters, fine art, cabinetry, and remodeling. Enjoy quality exhibits on topics like home improvement, energy savings, decorating, landscaping, and more.
Where:
Seaside Park
Ventura County Fairgrounds
10 W. Harbor Blvd.
Ventura, CA 93001
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March 10th, 2015 at 8:00 am
What:
Experience the beauty of Catalina Island from the historic marathon course. The path offers rugged terrain, spectacular vistas, and special challenges throughout. Proceeds from the run benefit the Catalina Island Conservancy. Its mission is to be a responsible steward of its lands through a balance of conservation, education, and recreation. Packets can be picked up Friday evening or prior to the race.
Where:
Catalina Island, Avalon, CA 90704
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