Outdoors
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Jan- 2024 -12 January
Here Are the Six Days You Can Enter National Parks For Free in 2024
National parks across the United States are giving outdoor enthusiasts an extra reason to explore the great outdoors in 2024.…
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11 January
Photo Shows Massive Inbound Avalanche at Mammoth Mountain this Morning
The ski community is still hurting from the deadly avalanche that hit Palisades Tahoe yesterday morning. The sad result of…
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11 January
New Details Emerge from the Deadly Avalanche at Palisades Tahoe
On Wednesday morning, a devastating avalanche hit the Palisades Tahoe, leading to one fatality and an extensive search and rescue…
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10 January
One Person Dead After Major Avalanche Triggered at Palisades Tahoe
Photo courtesy of Mark Sponsler A significant avalanche struck Palisades Tahoe on Wednesday morning, leading to one confirmed death and…
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9 January
With New Snowfall, Mt. Shasta Ski Park to Open this Week
After a dismal start to the winter in Northern California and a delayed opening, Mt. Shasta Ski Park has officially…
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7 January
Yosemite National Park Launches its Brand-New Reservation System
In an effort to alleviate congestion and enhance the visitor experience, Yosemite National Park has rolled out a pilot reservation…
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6 January
‘Extremely Harmful Misinformation’: Bizarre Flyers Found in Tahoe Claim that People Should Feed Wild Bears
Recent flyers seen on street poles along Highway 50 near Lake Tahoe are telling people to help the local bear…
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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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3 January
Yosemite National Park Looks Stunning with a Fresh Coat of Snow
When the first snowstorm of 2024 arrived in the California mountains, the ski resorts were ecstatic to finally get some…
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3 January
California’s First Snow Survey Reveals Snowpack at a Paltry 25% of Historical Average
The Department of Water Resources (DWR) conducted its first snow survey of the season at Phillips Station, revealing that the…
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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
Will the Mt. Shasta Ski Park Open Soon? It’s Not Looking Good Right Now.
The lackluster start to winter throughout Northern California is being felt by the ski parks of the Sierra. Most of…
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2 January
Chaos, Lava and Snow – A Winter Trip to Crags Lake in Lassen Volcanic National Park
For an area replete with unattractive names, the trail to Crags Lake is filled with beauty. Last weekend, we had…
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1 January
California State Parks Awards $41.9 Million in Grants for New Parks
California State Parks has announced the allocation of $41.9 million in grant funding to enhance park accessibility and diversity across…
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1 January
We Found the POV Video of the Viral Backflip at Palisades Tahoe and It’s Absolutely Incredible
It’s probably not a secret that the best skiers in Tahoe ride at Palisades Tahoe. The advanced terrain of chairlifts…
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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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19 December
‘I’m Going to Die Up Here’: Hiker Recounts Harrowing 10-Hours Trapped Under a Boulder in Inyo Mountains
In a harrowing ordeal, a Californian adventurer was trapped for 10 hours beneath a massive boulder in the Inyo Mountains.…
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18 December
Yosemite National Park Welcomes First Indigenous Ancestral Stewards Crew
Yosemite National Park recently introduced its inaugural Yosemite Ancestral Stewards (YAS) crew, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to…
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18 December
Bill Proposes Renaming Redwood Trail in Honor of Late Senator Dianne Feinstein
A new bill introduced by Rep. Jared Huffman and Rep. Mike Thompson aims to rename one of Humboldt County’s most…
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17 December
California Releases Beavers into the Wild for First Time in Nearly 75 Years
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) has taken a significant step in conservation by conducting the first beaver…
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15 December
California’s Newly-Discovered Wolf Pack Receives a Name with Native American Roots
The wolf pack that made headlines this summer in Tulare County has been given an official name: the Yowlumni Pack.…
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15 December
Skiers Watch from the Chairlift as Bear Family Walks Across Tahoe Ski Run
It’s been a busy week for bear activity at Heavenly Mountain Resort, which recently watched a video of a bear…
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15 December
Celebrate the New Year with Guided Hikes in California State Parks
California State Parks invites the public to kick off the new year in a healthy way by participating in the…
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14 December
‘Grappling with Gridlock’: Yosemite Unveils Brand-New Reservation System to Reduce Congestion in 2024
In an effort to enhance the visitor experience and manage congestion, Yosemite National Park has introduced a pilot program called…
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13 December
Police Officer Makes an Unlikely Friend on a Lake Tahoe Roadway
Late at night on patrol in South Lake Tahoe, graveyard officers encountered an unexpected sight. What they initially mistook for…
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12 December
Northern California Could See its Best Aurora Borealis Show in 20 Years in 2024
Northern California skywatchers are in for a celestial treat as experts predict an increase in auroras, commonly known as the…
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12 December
3 Northern California Snowshoe Hikes with a Waterfall Payoff
Brought to you by Discover Siskiyou Photo: Discover Siskiyou It’s wintertime in Northern California, possibly having you believe that it’s…
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11 December
WATCH: Skiers Narrowly Dodge Bear Running Across the Ski Run of a Tahoe Mountain
Heavenly Mountain Resort Skiers and snowboarders at Heavenly Mountain Resort had an unexpected encounter with wildlife as a black bear…
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10 December
Spectacular Geminids Meteor Shower Will Light Up the Northern California Sky this Week
Northern Californians are in for a celestial treat as the Geminids meteor shower reaches its peak on the night of…
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10 December
Highway Through Lassen Volcanic National Park Closes for the Winter
As winter blankets the region in pristine snow, Lassen Volcanic National Park’s highway is now closed for the season, signaling…
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7 December
Reservations Now Open for Yosemite’s Annual Firefall
Yosemite National Park, known for its breathtaking natural wonders, is gearing up for the annual “firefall” season, and visitors hoping…
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5 December
This 38-Pound Rainbow Trout Caught on the Feather River Isn’t a Steelhead. Here’s How We Know.
Photo: Josh Giordano Fisherman Josh Giordano made headlines in 2021 when he landed an estimated 38.2-pound rainbow trout on the…
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5 December
What’s the Deal with the Perfectly Symmetrical Tree Plots in the Sierra Nevada?
Google Earth If you were to approach these select plot of trees from the ground, you may not know something…
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5 December
See Smoke Around Northern California this Week? Here’s Why.
See smoke around Northern California this week? That’s all because of a planned operation aimed at reducing fuels throughout areas…
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3 December
Iconic California Fish Hatchery to Be Transferred to Native American Tribe
After years of deliberation, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) has made a historic decision to transfer over…
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3 December
WATCH: 7-Year-Old Shaun White Starts His Snowboarding Career at Sierra-at-Tahoe
Shaun White is an extreme sports icon. Holding the records for most Olympic and X-Games Gold Medals, he has claimed…
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3 December
Tahoe Ski Resort Abandons Controversial Plan to Go Private
Developers have abandoned their plans to transform Homewood Ski Resort on Lake Tahoe’s west shore into a private, members-only ski…
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3 December
Backpacker Survives Freezing Night in the Marble Mountain Wilderness
A backpacker in Siskiyou County had a close call on November 18th when he encountered severe weather conditions near Paradise…
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Nov- 2023 -27 November
Adventure Couple Hikes into the Desolation Wilderness for Unique Wedding Celebration
You think your wedding was cool? It might not have been as cool as this wedding celebration, with the bride…
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26 November
How a License Plate Can Get You a Free Pass to Ski in Tahoe this Winter
Lake Tahoe enthusiasts have a reason to celebrate as the annual ‘Plates for Powder’ program makes a return for the…
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26 November
The Ultimate Bucket List for Winter in Siskiyou County
Brought to you by Discover Siskiyou It’s wintertime in NorCal, with fresh snow draping the beautiful mountains of California’s Far…
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26 November
A Snowshoe Hike to Sulphur Works in Lassen Volcanic National Park
Sitting near the southwest entrance of Lassen Volcanic National Park is some of the most prominent evidence of hydrothermal activity…
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24 November
Yosemite’s Tioga Pass Closes for the Winter Season
Yosemite National Park’s iconic Tioga Pass, also known as Highway 120, has officially closed for the winter season, according to…
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22 November
Yosemite National Park Declares the End of Fire Season
Yosemite National Park officials have officially declared the end of the fire season following a season-ending event, which is defined…
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21 November
‘Absolute Mayhem’: Video Shows Insane Crowds During Opening Weekend at Mammoth Mountain
It was a celebrated week in California as ski resorts began to open their slopes for the winter season. For…
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21 November
PG&E Unveils Plan to Remove Two Dams on the Eel River, Creating the Longest Free-Flowing River in California
Scott Dam. Credit: Kyle Schwartz/California Trout Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) has released an initial draft of its plan…
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21 November
Tahoe Ski Resorts Announce Opening Following Delay
Heavenly Mountain Resort and Northstar California Resort have revealed their official opening days for the 2023-24 ski season after experiencing…
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21 November
Environmentalists Sue National Park Service for Replanting Sequoias in California
In a legal dispute that could impact the future of sequoia trees in California’s National Parks, several conservation groups have…
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19 November
Finding Mossbrae Falls – Northern California’s Forbidden Waterfall
Photo by Josh Hild Northern California is full of incredible waterfalls, many of which sit in the Shasta-Cascade region. The most…
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16 November
Mount Shasta’s Stunning Outdoor Ice Rink Opening to the Public this Week
As a Northern California resident, skating on a beautiful outdoor ice rink might seem foreign. When you add the stunning…
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16 November
Yosemite Announces Reservation System for February Firefall
Yosemite National Park is taking steps to manage the growing popularity of the Horsetail Fall event, which draws thousands of…
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14 November
Winter Has Arrived! Here Are All the Opening Dates for Ski Resorts in Tahoe.
Winter has arrived in Northern California, with a few snowstorms already draping the mountains over the past month. Of course,…
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12 November
First Atmospheric River of the Season Heads Towards Northern California
Northern California is gearing up for a significant deluge as a moisture-laden atmospheric river is forecasted to drench the region…
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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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12 November
Fly Fishing for Steelhead on the World-Famous Trinity River
The lakes and rivers surrounding Redding, California make it one of the premiere fishing destinations in America. The Lower Sacramento…
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10 November
Mammoth Mountain Opens for the Winter Season
Following just a 3-month closure for the summer, Mammoth Mountain has reopened for the winter season and hopes to see…
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10 November
Celebrate Veteran’s Day at Living Memorial Sculpture Garden Near Mount Shasta
Photo: Discover Siskiyou Every year, Veteran’s Day sits as a reminder to all Americans about the sacrifice made by the…
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9 November
Tahoe’s Kokanee Salmon Run Decimated by Shut Down of Water Flow
Lake Tahoe’s vibrant Kokanee salmon run, which occur each fall in Taylor Creek, was shuttered last week when the U.S.…
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9 November
Reservoir Levels in Northern California Sit Above Historical Averages Leading into Winter Season
As California braces for the arrival of El Niño, its lakes and reservoirs remain in impressive condition, bolstered by record-breaking…
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8 November
Celebrate Veterans Day with Free Entrance to National Parks this Weekend
Grab your backpacks and hiking boots because it’s time to celebrate Veterans Day with a fantastic opportunity to explore some…
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8 November
Photos Show Lassen Looking Like a Winter Wonderland with a Fresh Coat of Snow
With the first series of storms rolling through Northern California the past week, high-elevation regions are beginning to see some…
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7 November
Photographer Captures Stunning Images of Aurora Borealis Over Mammoth Lakes
Every once in a while, conditions give photographers the unique opportunity to capture the Aurora Borealis, also known as the…
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6 November
Lassen Volcanic National Park Warns that Impending Winter Conditions Could Impact Operations
As the seasons shift and Lassen Volcanic National Park prepares for winter, visitors should take note of potential seasonal changes…
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6 November
Brand New 300-Mile Lost Sierra Trail Will Connect 15 Communities from Tahoe to Lassen
The Sierra Nevada mountain range is the gem of Northern California, running 400 miles from Yosemite all the way up…
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6 November
Cal Poly Humboldt Launches Ambitious Project to Map Klamath Mountains’ Botanical Diversity
Cal Poly Humboldt students and faculty are embarking on a comprehensive project to map the rich vegetation of the Klamath…
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6 November
Man Viciously Attacked by Otters in Northern California Left with 40 Puncture Wounds
Serene Lakes A harrowing encounter with aggressive otters at Serene Lakes in Placer County has left one man pushing for…
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5 November
Winter Weather Advisory: Snow on its Way to the Sierra
The Sierra is gearing up for another round of snowfall as a colder weather system approaches Northern California. The forecast…
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5 November
Yurok Tribe Set to Release Three More Condors into the Northern California Wilderness
The Northern California Condor Restoration Program (NCCRP), a collaboration between the Yurok Tribe and Redwood National and State Parks, is…
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5 November
10 Shocking Moments of Bears Caught-on-Camera in Tahoe
Bear sightings in the communities surrounding Lake Tahoe have grown at an astonishing rate in the past few years. Flocking…
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5 November
A Guide to Cutting Down Your Own Christmas Tree in the Northern California Wilderness
It’s that time of year again. With the holiday season upon us in Northern California, it’s time to knock the…
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2 November
Final Blast Removes the Copco No. 2 Dam from the Klamath River
The removal of the Copco No.2 Dam on the Klamath River is now complete In a significant environmental milestone, the…
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2 November
Find America’s Oldest Juniper Tree in the Northern California Mountains
Photo: Save the Redwoods League Sitting about 160-miles southeast of Sacramento in the Sierra Nevada mountains is a tree so…
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1 November
A Complete Guide to the Tallest Trees on Earth: The Redwoods of Northern California
The trees in the Redwood National Forest along the Humboldt Coast are world renown for their size and age. Looking…
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1 November
Prescribed Fires Continue Throughout the Lake Tahoe Basin
In an effort to maintain healthy ecosystems and reduce the risk of unwanted wildfires, the Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team…
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1 November
Baum Lake – An Underrated Utopia of Fall and Winter Fishing
Describing a time of year when this small impoundment east of Burney doesn’t fish well can be a real challenge.…
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Oct- 2023 -31 October
California State Parks Offering Free Admission to 144 Parks for Military Community on Veterans Day
In a heartfelt tribute to the dedication and sacrifices of U.S. military veterans, California State Parks is opening the doors…
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30 October
Rock Climbing Duo Complete’s Yosemite’s Triple Crown in Less Than 24 Hours
In an astonishing feat of endurance and skill, Miles Fullman and Tyler Karow have conquered the Yosemite Triple Crown in…
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30 October
The Gate at Mt. Shasta’s Bunny Flat Set to Close this Week
As the frosty temperatures of the winter season approach, it’s that time of the year when access to certain beloved…
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30 October
Popular Tahoe Park to Remain Closed Until Summer 2024
D.L. Bliss State Park, a beloved destination on the shores of Lake Tahoe, is set to remain closed until the…
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29 October
Restrictions on Dungeness Crab Traps in Specific Areas of NorCal Due to Whale Entanglements
As the Dungeness crab season approaches on November 4, 2023, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) has announced…
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29 October
Here’s How to Cut Down Your Own Christmas Tree in the Lassen National Forest
This holiday season, revive a cherished tradition or create a new one by cutting your own Christmas tree in the…
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29 October
Tahoe Bear Activity on the Rise with Winter Season Approaching
As the winter season approaches the Tahoe Basin, so does a critical phase for black bears – hyperphagia, or the…
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27 October
The Legend of Snowshoe Thompson: The Founder of California Skiing
In the 1800’s, traveling across the Sierra Nevada in the middle of winter was rarely accomplished. Native Americans were usually…
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25 October
Tahoe Mountains Brace for First Significant Snowfall of the Season. Here’s How you Can Watch Live.
The mountains surrounding Lake Tahoe are bracing for a storm that’s expecting to bring the first significant snowfall of the…
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24 October
WATCH: BIG Chinook Salmon Attempt to Jump into Drainage Pipe on the Klamath River
The deconstruction of the Klamath River dams is already underway, but that isn’t stopping the current run of Chinook salmon…
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24 October
Sliding Down the Massive Tenaya Creek Natural Waterslide
Tenaya Canyon is a dangerous and dramatic canyon in Yosemite National Park that runs approximately 10 miles from the Tenaya…
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22 October
CDFW Offering Free Swan Tours in Northern California
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is providing an opportunity for nature enthusiasts to witness the beauty of…
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22 October
Overnight Parking Closed for the Season in Yosemite National Park
With temperatures dropping, Yosemite National Park officials have taken steps to prepare for winter. As a result, overnight parking within…
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22 October
Will the Autumn ‘Firefall’ Come Alive in Yosemite This Year?
Every year in early February, visitors flock to Yosemite National Park to witness the stunning ‘Firefall’ natural phenomenon. The event has…
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22 October
Missing Hiker Found Dead After 1,000 Foot Fall in Sequoia National Park
A search for Tom Gerbier, an Air France pilot who went missing while hiking California, came to a heartbreaking end…
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22 October
Salmon Habitat Restoration Aims to Boost Struggling Salmon Populations in American River
A salmon habitat restoration project along the American River near Carmichael is striving to provide a helping hand to the…
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16 October
VIDEO: Lassen Pack Seen Running Through Field Full of Cattle in Northern California
California’s first wolf pack to return to the state in over a century, the Lassen Pack, continues to grow in…
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10 October
Apply Now! Yosemite is Currently Hiring Park Rangers for Summer 2024
Have you always dreamed of working in one of the most beautiful places on Earth? Yosemite National Park is hiring…
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9 October
Military Flight Instructor Recalls Heroic Rescue on Yosemite’s Half Dome
In a gripping display of courage and quick thinking, Captain Joshua Haveman, a flight instructor with the 60th Air Evacuation…
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9 October
New Federal Land Plan Could Make Butte Creek a ‘Wild and Scenic River’
Salmon swimming through Butte Creek in 2021. Photo by Friends of Butte Creek. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has…
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9 October
From Drought to Floods? NorCal Reservoirs Brimming with Water with El Nino on the Way
California’s Department of Water Resources (DWR) is gearing up for the new water year that began on October 1st, with…
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8 October
Snowboarders Get First Tracks of the Season on Mammoth Mountain
Eager snow enthusiasts at Mammoth Mountain didn’t want to wait for the official winter season to begin. After a recent…
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