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Apr- 2026 -20 April
How a Group of High Schoolers Coined the Term “420” in Northern California in the 1970’s
The number 420 is the international number associated with cannabis. At 4:20 pm, marijuana aficionados are likely consuming their favorite…
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20 April
Gray Whales Keep Dying Along the Northern California Coast and Researchers Are Searching for Answers
An unsettling pattern has been developing along the Northern California coast. Gray whales have been washing up dead in and…
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Mar- 2026 -26 March
A Snorkeling Biologist Just Captured Something Never Before Photographed in a Northern California Creek
Photo via NPS / Michael Reichmuth A fish biologist got more than he bargained for during a routine snorkel survey…
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23 March
Gray Whale Found Dead Near the Golden Gate Bridge Was Likely Struck by a Ship
A 42-foot gray whale found floating in San Francisco Bay near the Golden Gate Bridge earlier this week was likely…
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18 March
Dead Seabirds Washing Up on Point Reyes Beaches Linked to Avian Influenza
Avian influenza appears to have made its way to Point Reyes National Seashore after a sharp uptick in dead seabirds…
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1 March
Bird Flu Outbreak Kills Dozens of Seals at Popular California Wildlife Destination
A rare and deadly strain of bird flu has struck one of California’s most iconic wildlife destinations. Officials have temporarily…
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Feb- 2026 -2 February
Whale Watchers Witness Extremely Rare ‘Tail Walking’ Dolphin in Monterey Bay
Whale watchers off the California Coast recently witnessed something few people ever see at sea. During a recent trip in…
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Jan- 2026 -30 January
The Coyote That Swam to Alcatraz Appears to Be Thriving
A coyote that stunned visitors by swimming across San Francisco Bay to Alcatraz Island earlier this month appears to be…
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25 January
Legal Challenge to Point Reyes Ranching Settlement Hits a Roadblock
A federal judge has thrown out a lawsuit filed by agricultural workers seeking to halt a settlement that will largely…
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22 January
This Northern California Redwood Forest Is the Ultimate Forest Bathing Escape
If “forest bathing” is calling your name, Northern California has no shortage of places to unplug—but few feel as quietly…
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21 January
The Giants of Drakes Beach: A Closer Look at Point Reyes’ Elephant Seals
Every winter, a stretch of sand at Drakes Beach turns into one of Northern California’s most unforgettable wildlife spectacles. That’s…
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20 January
A Swimming Coyote? Videos Confirm First-Ever Sighting at Alcatraz
Visitors expect sweeping bay views and historic cellblocks when they step onto Alcatraz Island — not a swimming coyote. But…
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13 January
This Hidden Coastal Campground in Northern California Delivers Big Pacific Views
Tucked into the cliffs of the Marin County coastline, ther is a destination that offers one of Northern California’s most…
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12 January
Diver Stumbles Upon One of the World’s Rarest Fish in Monterey Bay
Photo via Ted Judah A routine morning dive in Monterey Bay turned into a once-in-a-lifetime encounter when a local diver…
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7 January
Nighttime Helicopter Rescue Saves Two Stranded Hikers at Point Reyes
A tense nighttime rescue played out along the cliffs of Point Reyes National Seashore on Sunday as emergency crews worked…
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4 January
Rare King Tides Push Water Into Streets Across Northern California
Flooding spread across parts of Northern California this weekend as an already soggy winter collided with powerful king tides, pushing…
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2 January
Bay Area Could See Its Highest Tides in 30 Years This Weekend
Parts of the Bay Area could see coastal flooding this weekend as a rare combination of record-high tides and stormy…
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2 January
This Little-Known Island in San Francisco Bay Is Being Returned to Nature
Photo via Adam Weidenbach/John Muir Land Trust A little-known island tucked into the northeastern edge of San Francisco Bay is…
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1 January
What’s Behind the Recent Surge of Shark Attacks on the Northern California Coast?
A string of shark encounters along Northern California’s coastline this month has put renewed focus on the Bay Area’s infamous…
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1 January
First Elephant Seal Pup of the Season Born at Point Reyes
The winter wildlife season is officially underway at Point Reyes National Seashore, where the first northern elephant seal pup of…
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Dec- 2025 -30 December
Body of Missing Triathlete Found in Monterey Bay After Suspected Shark Attack
Family members have confirmed that the body recovered along the north side of Monterey Bay is that of Erica Fox,…
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30 December
High Tides and Storm Surge Could Flood Northern California Coast
A stretch of coastal Northern and Central California is under a coastal flood advisory as elevated tides and lingering storm…
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24 December
The Foggiest Place in the U.S. Is Right Here in Northern California
California is known for weather extremes, but one of its most surprising claims to fame isn’t heat or snow—it’s fog.…
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22 December
Missing Swimmer Feared Lost After Shark Sighting Off Monterey Bay Coast
Officials continued searching Monday, Dec. 22, for a missing swimmer after a reported shark sighting over the weekend prompted beach…
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22 December
Two People Sought for Throwing Rocks at Elephant Seal at Point Reyes
The National Park Service is asking for the public’s help identifying two people accused of harassing an elephant seal at…
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17 December
What’s the Deal with the Recent Cluster of Earthquakes in the Bay Area?
A cluster of small earthquakes shook the San Ramon area over the weekend, marking the latest in a series of…
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6 December
Coastal Flood Advisory Issued for Bay Area Through Sunday Afternoon
The National Weather Service has issued an updated coastal flood advisory for much of the Bay Area, warning of minor…
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4 December
World-Famous Albino Alligator at the California Academy of Sciences Dies at 30
One of San Francisco’s most iconic residents — Claude, the rare albino alligator who enchanted millions — has died at…
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4 December
California County Sees Alarming Rise in Wild Mushroom Poisonings
Health officials in Monterey County are urging residents to use extreme caution when foraging for wild mushrooms after a recent…
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2 December
Sneaker Waves and Strong Rip Currents Threaten Bay Area this Week
The National Weather Service has issued a beach hazards statement for parts of the Northern California coast, including Northern Monterey…
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1 December
Remembering the Serial Killer Who Terrorized Northern California Hikers in the 1980’s
A trail in Point Reyes National Seashore. Photo by Alexis Marts. In the wake of the arrest of the notorious Trailside…
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1 December
This Lighthouse Has Looked Over the Northern California Coast for More Than 150 Years
Perched on one of the windiest, foggiest points in North America, the Point Reyes Lighthouse has stood watch over the…
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Nov- 2025 -29 November
Dangerous Sneaker Waves Expected Along the NorCal Coast This Weekend
If you’re thinking about heading to the coast this weekend, the National Weather Service is urging caution. A warning has…
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27 November
Another 4.0 Earthquake Hits the Bay Area as Seismic Activity Surges
A magnitude 4.0 earthquake shook the Bay Area early Wednesday morning, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. Originally estimated at…
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26 November
Climber Falls 80 Feet in Redwood Rescue Near UC Santa Cruz
A rescue near the UC Santa Cruz campus turned into a major emergency on Saturday when two people became trapped…
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25 November
Chinook Salmon Swim Up Alameda Creek for the First Time in 70 Years
For the first time since the 1950s, Chinook salmon are once again swimming upstream in Alameda Creek, and they did…
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Oct- 2025 -21 October
Crypto Investor Proposes 450-Foot Statue of Greek God on Alcatraz Island
Illustration via American Colossus Foundation A crypto investor has unveiled an audacious plan to reshape San Francisco Bay’s skyline with…
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Sep- 2025 -15 September
Point Reyes Wins $2.7 Million for Tule Elk Restoration and Ranch Phase-Out
Point Reyes National Seashore is on the verge of major ecological change. With a new $2.7 million grant from the…
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Jul- 2025 -11 July
Wandering Sea Lion Rescued from Petaluma Parking Lot
A young sea lion that made headlines after wandering far inland into Petaluma has been safely rescued and is now…
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Jun- 2025 -11 June
18th Gray Whale Death in Bay Area Raises Alarm for Marine Life
A gray whale found deceased at Lands End in San Francisco this weekend has become the 18th recorded fatality in…
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Mar- 2025 -31 March
Iconic ‘Glory Hole’ Spillway Roars Back to Life at Lake Berryessa for First Time in 6 Years
A rare sight is drawing crowds in the North Bay as Lake Berryessa’s iconic “glory hole” spillway has become active…
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5 March
Ranch Founders Sue National Park Service Over Point Reyes Grazing Ban
William and Nicolette Hahn Niman, well-known advocates of sustainable agriculture, have filed a lawsuit against the National Park Service (NPS)…
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Feb- 2025 -26 February
Rare ‘Superpod’ of Over 2,000 Dolphins Spotted Off California Coast
More than 2,000 dolphins recently formed a rare “superpod” off the coast of Monterey Bay, an awe-inspiring sight that left…
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25 February
Budget Cuts Force Biologists to Leave Farallon Islands for First Time in Nearly 60 Years
For the first time in nearly six decades, biologists will vacate the Farallon Islands, leaving behind one of California’s most…
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Jan- 2025 -14 January
Landmark Settlement to Phase Out Ranching in Point Reyes National Seashore
A groundbreaking settlement announced this week will bring major changes to the iconic Point Reyes National Seashore in Northern California,…
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7 January
Elephant Seals Return to Point Reyes for Winter Breeding Season
The annual return of elephant seals to Point Reyes National Seashore has begun, with the massive marine mammals reclaiming Drake’s…
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Dec- 2024 -12 December
Despite a Devastating Wildfire, California’s Oldest State Park is Still Hikable
Big Basin Redwoods State Park, California’s oldest state park and home to some of the largest and oldest coast redwoods…
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7 December
Controversial Fence Removal Will Allow Point Reyes Tule Elk to Roam Free for the First Time in Nearly 50 Years
The National Park Service (NPS) announced plans to remove a controversial two-mile fence that has confined native tule elk to…
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Nov- 2024 -26 November
Record-Breaking Chinook Salmon Run on Mokelumne River Marks Largest in History
Photo via Eli Zaturanski/EBMUD The 2024-25 fall run of Chinook salmon on the Mokelumne River has set a new record,…
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12 November
San Francisco Voters Opt to Close the Great Highway for Massive Oceanside Park
San Francisco voters have approved Proposition K, a plan to close a two-mile stretch of the Great Highway between Lincoln…
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11 November
Iconic Point Reyes Shipwreck Deteriorating Rapidly, May Not Survive the Winter
One of Northern California’s most iconic photo spots, the Point Reyes Shipwreck, is deteriorating rapidly and may not withstand the…
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Sep- 2024 -3 September
Point Reyes Sand Sculpture Contest Returns this Week
The annual Sand Sculpture Contest at Drakes Beach, hosted by Point Reyes National Seashore, is coming back this year with…
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Aug- 2024 -27 August
Hundreds of Sea Lions Take Over Monterey Beach, Forcing Temporary Closure
San Carlos Beach in Monterey has been temporarily closed to the public due to a significant influx of sea lions…
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7 August
Legislators Looking to Expand the Golden Gate National Recreation by Nearly 900 Acres
The Golden Gate National Recreation Area (GGNRA) is poised for a significant expansion, thanks to new legislation proposed by U.S.…
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Jun- 2024 -24 June
Missing Hiker Found After 10 Days Lost in Big Basin Redwoods State Park
Photo via SVL Steve A California man spent ten days stranded in the Santa Cruz Mountains after getting lost during…
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4 June
San Francisco’s Anchor Brewing Set for Revival by Yogurt Billionaire
Anchor Brewing Co., America’s oldest craft brewery, closed its doors last summer after more than 127 years in business. Now,…
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May- 2024 -18 May
Big Basin Redwoods Launches Free Summer Shuttle Service for Weekends and Holidays
As the Memorial Day weekend approaches, California State Parks and Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks have announced a series…
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Jan- 2024 -16 January
Mountain Lion Stalks Hikers on Trail in Northern California
A Northern California hiker and his mother faced a harrowing moment recently when they were stalked by a mountain lion…
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14 January
Group Cited for Illegal Activities on a Protected Northern California Beach
In a concerning start to the New Year, a group of individuals has come under fire for their illegal activities…
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6 January
The Point Reyes Shipwreck is Almost Gone
In its heyday, the Point Reyes shipwreck was a popular destination for photographers The iconic “Point Reyes Shipwreck,” which gained…
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4 January
Short Film Shows Professional Surfers Catching MONSTER Waves at Mavericks Last Week
On December 28, 2023, dangerous waves hit the coast of California, causing flooding and damage to infrastructure. For some of…
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3 January
Military Bomb Washes Ashore on Santa Cruz Beach After High Waves
A practice bomb dating back to World War II washed ashore on a California beach on New Year’s Eve, following…
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2 January
Baby Seals Were Being Beheaded on Northern California Beaches. We Now Know the Culprit.
Researchers have uncovered the unsettling mystery behind a series of headless seals discovered on the beaches of MacKerricher State Park…
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2 January
We Went Searching for the Best Olives in Northern California. Here’s What We Found.
Rarely does Northern California come into the conversation of great olive producing regions, but maybe it should!
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Dec- 2023 -29 December
Massive Waves Bring Elite Surfers to Mavericks
The world’s most elite surfers have gathered in Half Moon Bay for the renowned Mavericks surfing festivities, which coincide with…
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20 December
These Mount Tamalpais Cabins Have Unbeatable Bay Area Views. Here’s How to Get a Reservation.
California State Parks has unveiled an innovative approach to securing reservations for the popular Steep Ravine Cabins at Mount Tamalpais…
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14 December
YouTuber Brilliantly Pranks Dozens of Car Thieves in San Francisco
This is outside the typical content we post on this website, but since all Northern California residents are aware of…
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Nov- 2023 -16 November
Fisherman Swept Out to Sea in Point Reyes National Seashore Identified
A rogue wave at Point Reyes National Seashore claimed the life of a 73-year-old Hercules resident identified as Richard Norio…
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12 November
Missing Man Found Dead After Being Swept Out to Sea in Point Reyes National Seashore
A devastating incident unfolded at Point Reyes National Seashore on Friday morning, resulting in the loss of a man’s life…
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Oct- 2023 -8 October
Swimmer Who Went Missing After Apparent Shark Attack in Point Reyes Identified
Felix Louis N’jai went missing after an apparent shark attack on Wildcat Beach in the Point Reyes National Seashore The…
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3 October
Search Suspended for Missing Swimmer Feared to Have Been Attacked by Shark on NorCal Coast
A swimmer remains missing following a reported shark attack off a popular beach in the Point Reyes National Seashore. On…
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1 October
Reported Shark Attack Leads to Search and Rescue Operations in Point Reyes
A person was reportedly attacked by a shark at the Point Reyes National Seashore on Sunday, triggering a comprehensive multiagency…
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Sep- 2023 -18 September
What the Heck Is It? Weird Creature Found on Point Reyes Beach.
Photos of a mysterious creature are circulating online after it was photographed on a Point Reyes beach earlier this week.…
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15 September
CDFW Offering No-Fee Waterfowl Hunts At East Bay Ecological Reserve
Hunters in Northern California will soon have the opportunity to participate in no-fee waterfowl hunts in the restored salt ponds…
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11 September
Sailboat Stuck on Stinson Beach for Over a Month Sparks a Legal Battle and Local Controversy
A sailboat marooned off the shores of Stinson Beach has become a month-long saga, sparking controversy and a legal battle.…
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Aug- 2023 -29 August
NPS Considers Proposal to Allow Tule Elk Herd to Roam Free in Tomales Bay Area of Point Reyes
The National Park Service has put forth a proposal to allow a tule elk herd to roam freely within the…
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24 August
Wild Turkey Survives for Months with Arrow Through Its Chest in Monterey County
In a bewildering yet inspiring tale, a wild turkey, dubbed Cupid, has been living with a 2½-foot arrow lodged through…
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21 August
Point Reyes is Attempting to Eliminate All Light Pollution. Here’s Why.
In the picturesque expanse of the Point Reyes National Seashore, known for its dramatic coastal landscapes and breathtaking seascapes, a…
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19 August
Castle Rock State Park Expands by 222 Acres with Santa Cruz Mountains Acquisition
California State Parks and the Sempervirens Fund have unveiled a significant expansion of Castle Rock State Park in Los Gatos,…
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Jul- 2023 -25 July
People Are Rooting for Santa Cruz’s Famed Otter 841 to Elude Captivity. Here’s Why.
Over the past couple of weeks, a charming sea otter known as Otter 841 has become the center of attention…
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25 July
Big Basin Redwoods Celebrates One Year Since Reopening After Devastating Wildfire
Big Basin Redwoods State Park is celebrating its one-year anniversary since reopening its gates to visitors on July 22, 2022,…
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17 July
Santa Cruz’s Infamous Surfing Otter Eludes Capture from Fish and Wildlife Officials
The elusive surfing otter of Santa Cruz, known for its board-pilfering antics and aggressive behavior towards surfers, managed to evade…
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13 July
Iconic San Francisco Brewery Closes After 127 Years
Northern California’s beloved Anchor Brewing Co., a pioneer in the craft beer industry, will cease operations and liquidate due to…
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May- 2023 -25 May
Sempervirens Fund Expands Big Basin Redwoods State Park Conservation Area
The Sempervirens Fund announced the purchase of a 16.5-acre tract of forest, known as the Sterrenzee Ridgetop, which is situated…
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20 May
4 NorCal Beaches Make List of ‘Best Hidden Beaches’ in America
Wildcat Beach ranked #8 nationally for the “best hidden beaches,” likely because of the beautiful Alamere Falls. Photo by Matt Bennett.…
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10 May
2 Dead Whales Wash Ashore on Point Reyes Beaches
Two gray whales were discovered dead this past weekend on beaches at Point Reyes National Seashore in Marin County, authorities…
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Apr- 2023 -20 April
This Man Gave Up His Japanese Citizenship to Become a Park Ranger at Muir Woods
Paul Myers / Parks Conservancy It’s not everyday someone gives up their citizenship to pursue a career, but that’s exactly…
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2 April
Rare Video Shows 30 Orcas Brutally Attacking Whales in Monterey Bay
On Thursday, a rare occurrence of orcas attacking adult gray whales was recorded in Monterey Bay. Evan Brodsky, who was…
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2 April
NorCal Hunter Faces 26-Year Sentence for Smuggling Endangered Sheep Remains Through SFO
Photo by Duke Cullinan A Northern California man, Jason Keith Bruce, 49, and the CEO of a Pakistani hunting outfitter and…
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Mar- 2023 -29 March
Point Reyes Tule Elk Herds Bounce Back After Devastating Drought Die-Off
Photo by Hari Nandakumar Tule elk herds at Point Reyes National Seashore have shown significant recovery this winter after a considerable…
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24 March
Mudslide Severely Damages Roadway Near Olompali State Historic Park
Photo: Olompali State Historic Park A mudslide in Marin County has caused significant damage to a 100-foot section of Redwood…
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23 March
How Amazon is Helping Keep a River Flowing in Northern California
The Cosumnes River, a gold-rich river that runs through a diverse range of California terrain, was once a hotspot for…
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Feb- 2023 -13 February
Exterminator Finds Woodpecker’s 700-Pound Acorn Stash in Northern California Home
While exterminator Nick Castro was inspecting for mealworms at a home in Santa Rosa, he instead discovered a bird’s glorious…
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Jan- 2023 -29 January
Exploring the Point Reyes Shipwreck of Tomales Bay
Photo by Stephen Leonardi It’s rare to see an accident with such size and historical significance sit in its original location.…
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Dec- 2022 -30 December
Mysterious Fossil Discovered During Extremely Low Tides Near Santa Cruz
A mysterious fossil was discovered near Santa Cruz this week, causing a stir among researchers and setting Twitter ablaze with…
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22 December
Big Basin Redwoods State Park Reopens 4 Additional Miles of Roads and Trails
California State Parks announced Big Basin Redwoods State Park will reopen an additional four miles of roads and trails effective…
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9 December
Dungeness Crab Fishing Delayed Even Further in Parts of NorCal Due to Humpback Whales
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is continuing the temporary recreational crab trap restriction in Fishing Zones 3,…
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Oct- 2022 -25 October
5.1 Magnitude Earthquake Slams Bay Area
A large earthquake rocked the Bay Area at 11:42 on Tuesday, registering at 5.1 magnitude on the Richter Scale. The…
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10 October
BASE Jumping Off the Golden Gate Bridge is Dangerous and Illegal. That Hasn’t Stopped These Controversial Daredevils.
For many people around the world, the Golden Gate Bridge serves as the unofficial trademark of Northern California. Crossing the…
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4 October
The Great Northern California Taco Trail
Northern California is typically known as a wonderland for outdoor enthusiasts. From Mount Shasta to cascading waterfalls to National Parks…
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