In some areas, such as national parks, you may need to purchase a pass or pay for parking, but hiking and walking can be done practically anywhere. California is full of breathtaking views--perfect for photos or adventures in nature! For example, you could explore the Redwood Forests in northern California. If you're traveling down the coast, take a hike along beautiful Big Sur. $30 can also get you a 7-day pass to Yosemite National Park, including access to almost 800 miles of trails and gorgeous waterfall views. Visit Joshua Tree National Park for a desert day-hike or some rock climbing. While Napa tastings and tours generally cost around $15-30 per person, Sonoma County offers much more affordable options without the crowds. This area has great wine, great food, and inexpensive lodgings. For the best deals and a personalized experience, look for smaller wineries that offer complimentary wine tastings. If you're traveling further south but you'd still like a taste of wine country, try Paso Robles. This is an up-and-coming wine area, with almost 200 wineries available to tour. Instead of going to an expensive spa facility, go natural and find a hot spring nearby. If you're feeling adventurous, look for locations that require a hike to reach the hot spring. If you're in the mood to just relax and enjoy the experience, visit an easily accessible facility built around a natural spring. Look for local events, such as farmers markets (like the one in Ferry Plaza, San Francisco), flea markets, or seasonal festivals. Walking around allows you to sight-see and experience the area first-hand, and best of all, it doesn't cost you a thing. Pasadena's Rose Bowl flea market is one of the best in America, boasting over 2,500 sellers and 20,000 sellers every month. It's open on the second Sunday of each month, so if you're in town, take a free walk around and see if you can spot a great deal! An easy way to find free admission days is to simply Google the city you're staying in, along with "free museums." Many institutions offer at least 1 free day per month, if not per week. Some websites, such as TimeOut, even provide a comprehensive list for the year. For example, the Getty Center in L.A. includes art collections, rare antiquities, and rooms full of kids activities, all for free! Just pay for $10-15 parking, depending on the time of day, if you drive there. Explore San Francisco Botanical Garden's beautiful 55-acre park, which holds plants from all over the world. Admission is only $8 for adults. If you're in L.A., take a walk around Griffith Park Observatory and head up to the top at sunset for an amazing, panoramic city view.

Summary: Hike or walk through nature to appreciate California's natural beauty. Go to Sonoma County instead of Napa for more affordable wine tours. Soak in a hot spring for a few hours of relaxation. Walk around a city to explore the local culture for free. Find museums and galleries with free admission by checking online.

It is important to find a responsible breeder in order to get a healthy, well-socialized Lab. By seeking out a responsible breeder, you can also avoid supporting breeders who do not take good care of their dogs. You can find a responsible breeder by checking with your local American Kennel Club. Try searching the AKC directory for a responsible breeder in your area: https://www.apps.akc.org/apps/clubs/search/index.cfm If you decide to go through a breeder, make sure that you visit the breeder and see the pups with the mother. Never buy a puppy if you are not allowed to see the mother, no matter what the excuse. Puppy mills separate puppies from the mother at a young age, so she doesn't get to nurse them and so that she can get pregnant again. Young pups without a mother are a strong indication that you are dealing with a puppy mill. Do not encourage this immoral trade by purchasing their pups. It is a good idea to visit a few different local breeders before deciding who you want to buy your puppy from. Do not buy a puppy from the first breeder you visit. You may even want to expand your search outside of your own local area in order to find the best breeder and puppy for your needs. Never buy from a breeder online without visiting the breeder's location. If a breeder does not allow you to visit and wants to meet up somewhere else, then this should be a red flag to stay away from this breeder. Never have a puppy shipped. Shipping puppies is very stressful on them and often results in a sick, frightened puppy when you pick them up from the airport. It is a good idea to get to know your potential puppy before you commit. If the breeder does not want you to meet the dog before you commit to buying it, then that should be a warning sign that something is wrong. See how the Lab reacts to you. Try some basic commands see how he responds. See if the puppy is curious and comes to investigate (this is a good sign) or if he cowers in a corner (this is a sign of timidity). Watch how he interacts with the other puppies as well. He should seem playful and energetic. A puppy that has been raised by a responsible breeder will seem healthy, energetic, and well-fed. If the puppy seems lethargic, malnourished, or has other signs of illness like a runny nose, cough, or skin sores, then that will indicate that the puppy is in poor health. Do not purchase a puppy from this breeder. The breeder should be willing to show you the dog's health records including all immunizations, clearances, and guarantees. If you are getting your dog from a breeder, ask to see the papers for the mother and father of the puppy. Be aware that Labradors are prone to a number of hereditary diseases which are passed down along the generations. Responsible breeders will try to eliminate these diseases, which involves the breeder submitting their breeding stock to genetic tests and radiographs to work out if they are carriers or at risk of transmitting, certain conditions. Keep in mind that these tests cost the breeder money, so you will need to pay more for a puppy from screened parents. The payback is that the puppy is less likely to develop serious conditions such as hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia, or eyesight problems.

Summary: Use a responsible breeder if you decide to purchase a Lab. Request to see the puppies with their mother. Meet with the Lab breeder in person. Meet your potential puppy. Look for signs of good health. Review the Lab's health records.

When you are working in a text editorwhether it's Word or your email editoryou will see a blinking vertical line amid the text on the page. When you type, the blinking line shows you where the text will appear. Pasting text works on the same principle: when you paste something into a text editor, the pasted content will appear where the vertical line is blinking. This is especially important if you are using keyboard shortcuts. If you are right-clicking and selecting "Paste", however, you can simply right-click where you want the text. The action box to Paste will appear, and the blinking line will also move to the proper location. Move your cursor and click on the spot where you want the text. Then, press Ctrl+V to place the words. The text should appear where you want it. Once you move your cursor and click where you want to paste the words, right click again and select the Paste option. The cut/copied text will appear at the blinking line. Hold your finger against the screen to select where you want the text. After a moment, a small action menu should appear with an option for "Paste". Stop holding the screen, and tap "Paste" to insert the text that you cut or copied. Make sure that your phone is open to a text editor. You should be able to edit emails in an email app or through your browser.
Summary: Left-click the spot where you want to paste the text. Paste with Ctrl+V. Paste by right-clicking in your email editor, then selecting Paste. Paste on a smartphone.