Can I just say, that even though my lab class is over, I am somewhat sad because it was one of my favorite classes. Plus, the semester at Cuesta is WAY too long and I would rather of had other classes end first but...I'll deal haha.
The last place we went to was a super old light house up past San Simeon. Not only was the lighthouse cool, but we got to see the type of restoration work they've done there and restore the habitat for all the plants and animals that naturally occupy that area. It was amazing! The entire bluff used to be covered in iceplant (basically a non native weed to our shores) and the whole area (about 19 acres) has been restored with native plants. It made my heart feel a little fuzzy inside
Not only that, but their beaches are homes to a TON of Elephant Seals which acts as a mating, breeding and resting place for them. I didn't know this but that beach is the most popular place for the Elephant seals to come on land. The more I learn about our coast, the cooler it is. Who knew that our shores were so important to major species of wildlife on our entire coast! ya! Same goes for Morro Bay, it's one of the last estuaries along this coast line for migratory birds to come and feed and rest. I'm not really the kind of person that actively loves and saves animals, but I do think it's important to realize the impact humans have on other forms of life and respect that.
Anyways haha, what was especially cool was there are a ton of hikes right off the 1 that I didn't even know about. And they're only about 45 minutes out from Morro Bay. I think it would definitely be worth it to bring a kayak and a picnic and go out there to hike. There were at least three I saw, and hopefully there will be a chance in the next week to do all of them.
Not to mention, it was the clearest day ever! Seriously, from the lighthouse, we could see about 40 miles down the coast, which is where Cuyucos was. AMAZING!
Today, wine tasting is in order and anyone is welcome to join!
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