Did Dinosaurs create Music? Their descendants are birds (at least from the non-avian theropods branch). Birds produce tremendous amounts of Music. So, what sounds did Dinosaurs make? The Jurassic Park & World Movies gave us Terrifying Roars and Raptor’s call sounds that will stick in our memories. However, these were created by Sound Technicians using…
Mailosaurus
Dominic checks the Mail with Malcolm the Mailosaurus. Is there a Mailosaurus Hiding in Your Neighborhood or Your Yard? There could be! They can camouflage to appear as an ordinary mailbox, so watch Your Hands and Arms! Note: Check if You live in an area that prohibits painting Your Mailbox – HOA’s (homeowners associations) with…
Safety Belts for Dinosaurs
The Santa Ana Winds in Southern California can wreak havoc with anything that isn’t properly secured. I use cables, ropes, hooks, bungee cords and sand bags to keep my Prehistoric Pals from harm. But first you need to decide where Your Prehistoric Pal will be perched. Prepare the Area – clear weeds, rake, level, etc. …
The Newest Prehistoric Pals
After Halloween the rest of the year flew by as if on Quetzalcoatlus Wings! Three New Prehistoric Pals arrived at the Park in September and this is the first opportunity I’ve had to introduce them. Two Raptors and a Movie Dilophosaurus. Do you know why he’s a Movie Dilophosaurus? Keep Reading to see if you…
A Triceratops’ Tale
Inspired by ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas or Account of a Visit from St. Nicholas by Major Henry Livingston Jr. (1748-1828) – previously believed to be by Clement Clarke Moore ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas a Triceratops Tale by Paul Heinzman ‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the forest not a creature was…
Prehistoric Quest!
The Prehistoric Pals are getting ready for their annual Quest. Sasha is tangled up in even more lights this year. TySantasaurus Rex and I finalize the “Nice List” in preparation for the Prehistoric Quest. I hope you’ve been nice; the Carnivores are very hungry this time of the year! The Nine Raptor Team – Brison,…
Dinosaurs at the Library!
On November 23rd, Delores del Rio Dilophosaurus & I made a “Dinosaur Fun Facts & Fiction Presentation” followed by a “How to Draw Dinosaurs Activity” at the EP Foster Library in Ventura. Even with the rain that morning, we had a good turnout. I listed a number of Dinosaurs on a whiteboard and asked for…
Thank You Firefighters!
The Mountain Fire came close to the Park. The Prehistoric Pals & I are very grateful that the Firefighters kept the fire away. The Winds were extremely violent and unpredictable. For the most part they blew away from the Park. However, the fire ambers often were blown miles away from the fire’s location in many…
Dia de Muertos – Day of the Dead
While many celebrate Halloween in a ghoulish fashion, Dia de Muertos is a joyful celebration to pay respects and remember friends and family members who have died. Dia de Muertos is two days, generally November 1st & 2nd other days may be included depending on locality. It is celebrated in Mexico and other places, especially…
Dinosaur Pumpkins!
Since 2015 I have been carving Dinosaur themed pumpkins. Each year I am inspired to create more detailed designs. Practice and better tools have been a great help. Many pumpkin carving sets come with images and plastic tools for making the typical pumpkin designs. I found more professional tools for my projects at Michael’s Arts…