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    Prado Dam - Prado Dam as it appears today

    Prado Dam

    2.3(3 reviews)
    7.6 mi

    Seems odd reviewing a Dam. But Prado Dam has more to offer than just it's intended purpose. Prado…read moreDam was built in 1941 (imagine what Chino and Corona looked like in 1941). It was built to prevent flooding where the Santa Ana River turns from its north - south path to east - west. In 1976, the students of Corona High School painted a patriotic mural, which has since fallen in disrepair due to vandalism, and lack of maintenance. The mural has recently become a source of controversy, as the US Army Corps of Engineers who built and has authority over the dam wants to remove it as part of a project to expand and reinforce the dam. Aside from being a landmark for the tens of thousands of commuters who pass by on the 91 Freeway every day Prado Dam offers hiking, mountain biking, fishing and camping nearby. Adjacent to Prado Dam is the Prado Wetlands, which the dam created. The wetlands are a protected area that offers great opportunities for bird watching and other nature activities. It's neat to think about the transformation the area has gone through since 1941 and what changes may be ahead. Enjoy Prado Dam.

    I will stay with the 2 minus stars are for the Army Corp. Of Engineers (T least the last 3) and…read moremost of the nearby cities mayors and council people for either not doing anything to help this only Bicentenial dam (With 1976 mural-Now defaced) or like the ACOE, doing everything in their unpatriotic power to get this mural painted over and and actually put some other bull crap picture there. There have been over 34,000 signatures to restore this mural as to how it looked when painted on 1976 by students from several nearby High schools(including Corona). People signed this petition from all over the USA. This is California's Mount Rushmore and the largest Patriotic Mural to America'sIndependence Day.

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    The Prada Dam Bicentennial Mural - The New Prada Dam Bicentennial Mural is near the 91 FWY shines Bright with Patriotism originally created by Corona High School Students.

    The Prada Dam Bicentennial Mural

    5.0(2 reviews)
    7.3 mi

    AN ABSOLUTELY MUST DO! A 10 STAR FREE EVENT! HERE'S SOME GREAT NEWS! - AMERICA GETS AN EARLY…read moreBIRTHDAY PRESENT FOR ALL IT'S PEOPLE & IT'S BEAUTIFUL! In a last ditch Hail Mary Pass the Good Guys miraculously ended up on top of this controversial Mural. In May 1976 more than 30 Corona High School students 20 girls & 10 boys spent several weekends volunteering & painting a Mural that depicted the 200th Anniversary of America. It was located on the spillway crest of The Prada Dam along the Santa Ana River, about 36 miles east of downtown Los Angeles. It was done in America's traditional colors of Red, White & Blue. It is 106 feet tall & stretches 2,280 feet across. The mural read "200 Years of Freedom," with a picture of The Liberty Bell, followed by the words "1776-1976" painted in red, white and blue. It was completed on June 17, 1976 to celebrate our nation's Bicentennial on the 4th of July. The mural spans some 76,800 square feet & is roughly 6 times the size of Mount Rushmore. Although this was done by high school students this Art Project struck a real core of positivity & pride with all Americans that even prestigious artists don't even get. It was such a simple design but evoked a smile & such patriotism when people passed by while driving on the 71 & 91 freeways. It has become a beloved part of The California Landscape along the spillway crest of The Prada Dam & Santa Ana River. Unfortunately over the decades The Bicentennial Mural has become weather beaten & shows it's age & there's been some graffiti on it as well. Now there was a movement by the citizens to save the Mural & restore it to its glory days. Seems like a simple thing. Right? Wrong? Unfortunately we live in completely different times than Back then. We are immersed in ultra complicated issues today about everything. The US Army Corps of Engineers now owns & controls the Prada Dam & would not budge. They wanted the mural removed after being loved by people for decades. There were court trials, a lawsuit, & a huge public outcry to save this bit of history. An attempt to have it listed on the the National Register of Historic Places also failed because it was less than 50 years old. Even a nod from a former President of the United States that it should be preserved did not help the case. The Army Corps also said the Mural has lost its physical integrity & is no longer able to convey its historic character so it's ineligible for a listing in the National Register of Historic Places. It looked like it was Doomsday & the Mural was coming down & that was it. People were very furious - how could something like this happen? Unfortunately this is the new normal we live in now; Everything is turned into a political nightmare. And there were so many different government & private agencies involved in this. In a last minute Save the Day Ditch Effort - Hail Mary Pass, a compromise plan was created. They would take down the weather beaten mural & put up a new mural without all the safety issues & would replicate the original. Although not as good as the original being restored people were happy this could be saved in some way for the present & future generations. Many of the original painters attended a September ceremony marking the greenlighting of a plan to remove the old mural and replace it with a new replica. Rep. Ken Calvert, R-Corona, secured $2.5 million for the removal and replacement project in a federal appropriations bill earlier this year. The Bicentennial Freedom Mural Conservancy raised $150,000 in donations & One Way Painting painted the duplicate safer non toxic recreation mural. The Bicentennial Mural is now on display for all to enjoy & it came out Beautiful! Now there's some more Great News! The Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District will light up the sign for one night only on the 4th of July. If you are in the area you've got to check it out! Now the next thing the Friends of the Prado Dam Mural people need to do is to get to work on building a Bicentennial Museum with artifacts from all over the country - all 50 state's & territories that showed what happened in 1976. That would really top this whole thing off. You've got to Ride by & check out The Prada Dam Bicentennial Mural! IT''S BEAUTIFUL & IT'S FREE! It used to be, you had to have Mega Bucks & be really Rich to have the Good Life, not anymore. The Game has changed. You've been Upgraded. Now You Can Live Like a King on a Limited Budget!

    I am so happy to see this great patriotic mural repainted the original way it was meant to be like…read morethose students painted back in 1976. I and others some years back went to federal court in Riverside to protect it from being white washed or turned into some giant advertisement like all the politicians From nearby cities including corona and ACE-Army Corp of Engineers wanted done.All of the hard work from so many paid off. We in South CAlIFORNIA are lucky to have it. GOD BLESS AMERICA.......................

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    The Prada Dam Bicentennial Mural - The Prada Bicentennial Mural is 106 ft tall, 2,280 ft wide with The Liberty Bell & reads 200 Years of Freedom 1776-1976 in red white & blue

    The Prada Bicentennial Mural is 106 ft tall, 2,280 ft wide with The Liberty Bell & reads 200 Years of Freedom 1776-1976 in red white & blue

    The Prada Dam Bicentennial Mural - The New Prada Dam Bicentennial Mural is near the 91 FWY shines Bright with Patriotism originally created by Corona High School Students.

    The New Prada Dam Bicentennial Mural is near the 91 FWY shines Bright with Patriotism originally created by Corona High School Students.

    The Prada Dam Bicentennial Mural - The Prada Bicentennial Mural is 106 ft tall, 2,280 ft wide with The Liberty Bell & reads 200 Years of Freedom 1776-1976 in red white & blue

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    The Prada Bicentennial Mural is 106 ft tall, 2,280 ft wide with The Liberty Bell & reads 200 Years of Freedom 1776-1976 in red white & blue

    Mosaic Rhino Tours - Tanzania!

    Mosaic Rhino Tours

    5.0(4 reviews)
    6.3 mi

    Mosaic Rhino Tours provided an exemplary trip for us to Africa! Every single detail was taken care…read moreof with precise attention, thoroughness and professionalism. As a result, we were able to enjoy our game drives, hotel accommodations and experiences completely! It was a world class experience, and I give them my highest recommendation!

    We had four cities scattered around Spain to visit in just 10 days. Mosaic Rhino Tours created the…read moreperfect itinerary, placing us at the heart of the cities whether we were exploring art and architecture, the beach, historical sites, or unique dining experiences. Barcelona started at a tapas bar where we chose tapas from a buffet in a rustic atmosphere of archways made of giant stones, Then a Barcelona tour that included architecture from the Roman era to Gaudi's creations and a view of America's Cup race in the Marina. A train took us to Alicante where we stayed in a Palace that was 100 feet away from the plaza full of sidewalk cafes! Paid a visit to the Miguel Cervantes tribute (Author of Don Quixote), the plaza, and marina. Next was Seville, where we took a tour and stopped at a Pizza restaurant -- walked around some landmarks, and prepped for our 4 days in Madrid. There we had an amazing Tapas and Wine Tour, visited Prado Museum, and other historical sites, and yes, discovered some amazing cafe/restaurants right around the corner from our hotel. Found the best Paella in Spain, discovered new wines, and found a restaurant "Jardin Secreto" overlooking the plaza. (from a list of hidden dining gems thanks to tour guide Patricia Willems.) There is no way I could have arranged or found everything myself. It was definitely a one-of-a-kind experience.

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    Mosaic Rhino Tours - Barcelonna Basilica of Santa Maria del Pi,

    Barcelonna Basilica of Santa Maria del Pi,

    Mosaic Rhino Tours - Visiting the Masai Tribe, Kenya.

    Visiting the Masai Tribe, Kenya.

    Mosaic Rhino Tours - Cathedral in the gothic area of Barcelona.

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    Cathedral in the gothic area of Barcelona.

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