The most important factor in choosing a school is what parents want for their child. Choosing a Marin County school, either private or public, for your child is a very personal issue. This decision is weighted by many factors including the parents’ educational experience, the temperament and talents of the child, and the parents’ aspirations for the child’s future. The range of schools Continue Reading
Marin Waterfall Adventure
The best and most reliable waterfalls on Mount Tamalpais are in Cascade Canyon, which descends from the top of the mountain to the end of Cascade Drive in Fairfax. This year, after one of the heaviest rains, Madeline made the easy walk (about 1.5 miles round trip) up Cascade Creek to see torrents of water coming down every valley and wash. The trail ends at the high Cascade Continue Reading
Walking and Biking to School in Marin
Marin has been a national leader in promoting students walking and biking to school Walking, cycling, and commuting on school buses were once an American tradition and an important part of free public education. By year 2000, most parents drove their children to and from school--many one student per car. The most common reasons for driving children to school have been longer distances to schools Continue Reading
Why Do Eichler Homes Sell So Well in Marin, CA?
Eichler Homes Popular in the Marin Real Estate Market Eichler homes are a perfect fit to the Marin County, California climate and lifestyle. They merge the indoors with the outdoors, allowing us to live out of doors even when are inside. Walls of glass to the rear and central courtyards provide light, views, and easy access to nature. Flexible floor plans adapt easily to changing family Continue Reading
Our Top 10 Reasons to Live in Marin County!
Marin County is Paradise Here are the reasons you'll want to live in Marin County, CA: 1. Proximity to a world-class destination: San Francisco. A beautiful city with superb museums, entertainment, and restaurants. From Central Marin, the drive takes about 20 minutes. You can also take a spectacular ferry boat ride from Larkspur, Tiburon, and Sausalito, or a comfortable bus ride on Golden Continue Reading
Two of Our Favorite Marin Hikes
Enjoying Ring Mountain in Corte Madera and Tiburon One of our favorite neighborhood walks in Corte Madera is the Ring Mountain Nature Preserve that separates Corte Madera and Tiburon. The view of the Bay, Mt. Tamalpais, and San Francisco are spectacular, particularly after a rain has washed the air clear. You can start your Continue Reading
Marin’s Distinguished Schools
Marin's Distinguished Schools Each year, the California Department of Education selects the highest achieving public schools in the state as Distinguished Schools. Schools may apply for this award only every four years. Here are the Marin schools on the list for the last four years: Continue Reading