The Santa Barbara coast and Santa Barbara Channel is one of the most diverse habitats for marine wildlife and birds in the Western United States. Whether you stroll the beaches, walk among the tide pools or explore the channel by...
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History of Oil Seeps in Santa Barbara
If you have spent much time on the beaches of Santa Barbara, chances are you have encountered small blobs of oil and tar in the water and on the sand. For locals, it’s just something they take in stride. When...
Cool Spots In Santa Barbara’s Funk Zone
Any visit to Santa Barbara should include a stop in the “Funk Zone”. This is an area that stretches from State Street to Milpas Street and bordered by the 101 Freeway and the ocean. It used to be an industrial...
Best Surf Shops in Santa Barbara
Are you looking for the best surf shops in Santa Barbara to purchase essential surfing gear and clothing? Here is everything you need to know!