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Wilson Park in Torrance

Wonderful Wilson Park in Torrance CA

Welcome to Wilson Park in TorranceWilson Park in Torrance

Torrance has an abundance of great parks but none really compare with the features and amenities of Wilson Park.  It’s a sprawling patch of beautiful green open space in the heart of Torrance and across the street from the complexes of Plaza Del Amo.  Located at 2200 Crenshaw Blvd 90501 the aminities and facilities are as diverse as they come.  About the only thing it’s missing is an aquatics center.

They certainly have the usual features…..playgrounds, fields, etcl, but it really is much more of a “recreation center” than a park.  Some of the many things to do at Wilson Park include:

  • Barbecues
  • Basketball Courts
  • Tennis Courts
  • Paddle Tennis/Pickleball Courts
  • Horseshoe Courts
  • Sand Volleyball Courts
  • Children’s Playground
  • .91 mile Fitness Course
  • Annenberg Tree House
  • Electric Car Charging Stations

Also available to reserve:

  • Picnic Areas
  • Softball Diamonds
  • Roller Hockey Rink
  • Indoor Sports Center
  • Outdoor Amphitheater
  • Batting Cages
  • Live Steamers ridable railroad
  • Splash Pad (open April-December)

The park is just amazing with ample parking, playground areas, incredible and unique sports facilities, fields and more.  What makes this so unique is some of the athletic areas unseen just about anywhere else.  These include the usual softball, baseball, soccer fields and tennis and basketball courts but also include a roller hockey rink, futsal turf field, batting cages, a childrens summer water area and a small guage railroad offering actual rides.

in Activities, Homes for Sale, Just for Fun, Old Torrance, Parks in Torrance, Plaza Del Amo, Torrance Real Estate Posted by Keith Kyle
Torrance Air Show

Wings of Freedom WWII Aircraft Tour Coming to Torrance

For aviation and WWII buffs alike there’s reason to get excited.  The Wings of Freedom Tour is coming to Torrance in April.  Not only can you see some historic aircraft but you can tour them and even fly in them!  Some of the historic planes are the B-17 Flying Fortress, the B-25 Mitchell , B-24 Liberator, the P-51 Mustang and P-40 Warhawk.  As a WWII aviation enthusiast myself I can’t wait to see these incredible planes.  Both the B-17 and B-24 offer walk throughs.

Take to the skies!

For an even more unbelievable experience you can fly in the B-17 Flying Fortress, B-24 Liberator, and B-25 Mitchell. Flight training (no experience necessary) on the P-51 Mustang and P-40 Warhawk is also available to actually take the controls and fly the famous fighters of WWII with an experienced instructor for either 30 minutes or 60 minutes!

Torrance, CA – Zamperini Field Airport (TOA)

April 25 @ 2:00 pm – April 28 @ 5:00 pm

 

Admission: $15 Adults / $5 Children 12 and under. World War II veterans admitted for free.

Ground and Walk Through Tour Times
4/25/2019 – 2:00 PM till 5:00 PM
4/26/2019 – 9:00 AM till 5:00 PM
4/27/2019 – 9:00 AM till 5:00 PM
4/28/2019 – 9:00 AM till 5:00 PM

Availability of select aircraft for ground viewing is subject to change based on weather and maintenance circumstances.

Visit their website at https://www.collingsfoundation.org/event/torrance-ca/ to make reservations for flights.

To make a reservation by phone, call 978-562-9182 (10:00am to 6:00pm Eastern). All flights are a tax-deductible donation!

 

in Activities, Just for Fun Posted by Keith Kyle
Strand Brewing Co logo

Places We Like – Strand Brewing Company in Old Torrance

If you like craft beer and the feeling that you’re in a “locals” type place, you may want to visit the Strand Brewing Company tap room.    It’s not a fancy place but has that cool vibe that you’ve found something that the tourists don’t know about.  As it’s a working brewery it’s basically part of their warehouse and brewery with a few park bench style tables.  They have shuffle puck, those bean bag toss games and videos of surfing but that’s about it.  They could do with a few TV’s to give it a bit more of a “bar” feel but as that’s not really what it is…who am I to give advice.  They have a great variety of beers and the people are very friendly.

They usually have several great beers on tap (brewed about 20 feet away) and although they don’t serve food there are “guest” restaurants and food trucks a few times a week.    If a casual off the beaten track experience is what you’re looking for…this could be your place.

Strand Brewing Company

2201 Dominguez Street
Torrance, CA 90501
(310) 517-0900

in Activities, Torrance Real Estate Posted by Keith Kyle