Blessed with year round sunshine, Ventura, California is located just 70 miles north of Los Angeles and 30 miles south of Santa Barbara. Ventura sits along miles of unspoiled beaches, facing pristine offshore islands. Inland from the city is the rugged beauty of the Los Padres National Forest, home to condors, cougars, and other wildlife. Ventura itself provides an array of backdrops and scenes to inspire the Brooks student, a 210 year old mission, a vibrant main street, and a seaside fairgrounds to name a few.