Figueroa Mountain Brewing Company –
Since 2014 I’ve been a mug club member and couldn’t be more grateful for their Los Olivos taproom throwing a wrench in my wife’s wine-tasting plans. The open grass area has been a godsend for my children to burn off some energy while I enjoy an Agua Santa on those hot summer days.
Gaviota Station Hike –
This has been quite a fun hike for my wife and I over the years, and we’re excited to start to introduce it to our children. It’s a relatively short but fairly steep hike that puts you behind and overlooking the Wind Caves. Try and climb the tower at the end if you dare!
Old Santa Ynez Days Parade & Rodeo –
This weekend is fun! Summertime. Parade. Western roots. We're in! When the national anthem plays, you will find my wife crying every single time. My kids are getting to the age where they want to find ways to participate so, obviously, this is a great annual treat for us in June.
Alisal Ranch -
Nestled in the Santa Ynez Mountains is one of the Valley's most amazing resorts that my family loves to visit. Whether it is the golf course, the pool on a hot day, or the majesty of the bass lake, my family and I truly admire this gem in the SYV.
Little King Coffee –
We always find ourselves driving passed the new coffee shop in Buellton by Valley Station Road, and my wife and I love their breve lattes! Grace and Ryan have done a fantastic job in creating a wonderful space and some truly delicious coffee, we love seeing their hard work pay off.
Harrison’s Hardware –
If you ask my children what their favorite store in the Valley is, they will in unison yell out “ACE Hardware!” The friendly staff and abundant selection make this place not only an essential stop for all my eclectic home improvement needs but also a fun popcorn break for the kiddos on busy weekends.
