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Hike safely, hike often, says the National Park Service
      The National Park Service recommends the following tips while hiking in the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area:
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Topanga Days fair offering family fun
      The 35th annual Topanga Days Country Fair will be held Memorial Day weekend at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 24 to Monday, May 26 at 1440 N. Topanga Canyon Blvd., Topanga. The family friendly event will feature a parade, crafts, jewelers, holistic therapists, environmentally friendly products, dancing and musical performances.
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Strawberry Festival needs volunteers
      The California Strawberry Festival is looking for volunteers to provide assistance at the festival Saturday, May 17 and Sunday, May 18 at 3250 S. Rose Ave., Oxnard. Volunteers must be at least 14 years old. Applications are available at www.strawberry-fest.org. Positions include greeters, shortcake tent helpers, contest assistants and more.
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Rider faces medieval obstacle course
     HORSE POWER- Simi Valley resident Virginia Hankins races her horse Casanova during the Altavia Baronial Equestrian Championship held at the Thousand Oaks Equestrian Center last Sunday. Riders of all skill levels competed in a Middle Agesstyle tournament to show their prowess and martial abilities in various games. JANN HENDRY Acorn Newspapers
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Public Health offers free quit-smoking program
      Ventura County Public Health is sponsoring an eightweek session on how to quit smoking from 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays through June 10 at the Community Medical Group, 612 E. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks. The last day to join is Tuesday, April 29.
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Road trip tips for traveling with man's best friend
      Packing up the dog for a vacation or a trip to Grandma's? Traveling with pets can be tricky, and keeping them healthy is paramount.
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