Del Prado Playfield in Dos Vientos Section of Newbury Park

The newest park in the Conejo Valley as of January 2013 is the Del Prado Playfield, located on Calle del Prado between Via Rio and Via Las Brisas in the Dos Vientos section of Newbury Park. This is 26 acre park has a nice variety of things to do, including a unique playground area, 3 lighted softball fields with plenty of soccer space, basketball court, tennis court, two pickleball courts, plenty of walkways, restroom and over 100 parking spots! Visit www.crpd.org/parks-reservations/parks for more information.

Reyes Adobe Park in Agoura Hills

Reyes Adobe Park is located at 31400 Rainbow Crest Drive in Agoura Hills, adjacent to the Reyes Adobe Historical Site. It is a decent sized community park with plenty of shade trees, restrooms and a nice playground area as you can see in the video below. The annual Reyes Adobe Days event is staged here at the park too.

Zoos Within Range of Ventura County

Ventura County is just quick drive to the Santa Barbara Zoo and Los Angeles Zoo, while for those looking for a quick wild animal fix, the America's Teaching Zoo at Moorpark College fills the bill.  CLICK HERE for more about these three zoo alternatives.

Stevenson Riding School in Malibu

Stevenson Riding School offers instruction in English riding and horsecare and teaches all levels and all ages. Certified to teach by the American Riding Instructor Association and the British Horse Society. Learn at your own pace with a patient, fun instructor. Group or private lessons available.

Other offerings: Dressage Freestyle Music Composition, Music for Equine Media such as stallion ads, barn websites and horse shows. More information at www.stevensonridingschool.com or call 818.519.3765.

Stevenson Riding School is located at White Cloud Ranch, 400 Kanan Dume Road, Malibu.

Kids Club at The Commons at Calabasas

Stop by The Commons at Calabasas (4799 Commons Way) every Tuesday night at 6pm for a weekly dose of fun, including music, dance, arts, crafts, entertainment and so on.

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For more information, visit www.shopcommons.com.

Skate Plaza at Berylwood Park in Simi Valley

The Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District opened the Skate Plaza at Berylwood Park on Wednesday, August 12th, 2020.

Construction of the Skate Plaza began in February 2020 and was completed in early August. The 5,200 square foot Skate Plaza is constructed from pre-cast and case-in-place components and features ramps, low walls, benches, curbs, slide rails, jumps and quarter pipes. Additional park features include a new picnic structure, park benches, walkways, fencing and security lights.

The Skate Plaza was designed with all ages and skill levels in mind. Younger beginning skaters can learn and hone their skills, while advanced skaters can utilize the Skate Plazas more challenging features.

The Plaza is open daily from 8am to 8pm.

The Skate Plaza is located at 1955 Bridget Avenue in Simi Valley.

For more information, contact the Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District at 805-584-4400 or visit www.rsrpd.org.

Photo courtesy Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District.

Poindexter Skate Park in Moorpark

The City of Moorpark opened the new Poindexter Skate Park at 500 Poindexter Avenue in December 2009. It is 18,000 square feet and open 7 days per week.  Click this link for a photo. Call 805.517.6300 for more information and hours. Located at Poindexter Park. www.moorparkca.gov/Facilities/Facility/Details/Poindexter-Park-15

California ScienCenter - Exposition Park

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Kids Club at the Pacific View Mall in Ventura

The Kids Club at the Pacific View Mall takes place on designated Saturdays from 3-4pm in the Center Court area of the mall. Upcoming Kids Club events on the calendar are as follows:

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The Pacific View Mall is located at 3301-1 E. Main Street, Ventura. www.shoppacificview.com

Skate Parks in Ventura

Skateboard facilities can be found at Westpark Community Center (450 W. Harrison Avenue), Hobert Park (Telegraph Road between Petit and Cambria) and the campus of Pacific High School (Dean Drive and College). These facilities were designed for both the novice and advanced skater. Protective gear is required.  These facilities are all free of charge and open from dawn to dusk.  More information at www.cityofventura.net or by calling 805.654.4550.