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Stingrays of San Diego Beaches: What You Should Know
San Diego’s beaches are famous for their sunshine, surf, and coastal lifestyle. From La Jolla Shores to Mission Beach, the shoreline attracts locals and visitors year-round. But sharing the waves with surfers and swimmers are stingrays—fascinating creatures that play a big role in San Diego’s marine ecosystem.

The California Coastal Commission: What San Diego Residents Need to Know
Living along San Diego’s coastline offers unmatched beauty and lifestyle benefits—but it also means navigating the rules of the California Coastal Commission (CCC). Created by voters in 1972 and made permanent by the California Coastal Act of 1976, the CCC is tasked with protecting California’s 1,100-mile shoreline, balancing environmental preservation, public access, and coastal development.

Crane Flies in San Diego: The Harmless, Horrifying Insect That Just Will Not Go Away
Let’s be honest: if you have lived in San Diego County for any amount of time, you have probably had a run-in with a crane fly—and you probably did not enjoy it.