Sandi Hemmerlein
Sandi Hemmerlein is a writer and photographer. Based in L.A. but constantly on the prowl for new adventure, she spends most of her time nurturing her interest in birds, animals, neon, historic theaters, puppets, trains, folk art, and stained glass. In addition to her work for PBS SoCal, Sandi also documents everything on her own website Avoiding Regret.
The story of L.A. can partly be told through its strangest streets. Check out these little-known roadways with big character.
From Mt. Lee above Hollywood to Mt. Lowe over Altadena, here are six of the most intriguing mountains in the L.A. area to hike and explore.
Whether you’re a city mouse or a country mouse, here are five of the best ways to get a taste of local growing and farm history in SoCal.
Here are five of the best ways to absorb all that this expansive desert park has to offer.
Here are six of the best road trips for exploring mining history in Southern and Central California.
Here are six of the best places to witness the super bloom.
Here are five of the best places in SoCal where the spirit of The King lives on.
Here are five of the best places in SoCal to indulge in chocolate flights, drinking chocolate, craft chocolate and much more.
Where to explore the hidden histories of the Second World War along our coast, upon our peaks and at our border.
Devil's Punchbowl, Devils Postpile, Devil's Backbone...here's your guide to five "devilish" excursions.
Take advantage of cool temperatures and clear skies this winter by exploring some of these hikes that will start your new year off right.
Avoid the extreme temperatures in summer. Winter is a perfect (not to mention beautiful) time to visit Death Valley.