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No License? No Problem! Free Fishing Days Return to California this Summer

If you have been curious about fishing but never pulled the trigger on buying a license, California is giving you…

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A South Lake Tahoe Man Just Made Ski Bike History on Kirkwood’s Most Notorious Run

A South Lake Tahoe area resident just pulled off something nobody has done before: riding Kirkwood Resort’s infamous “Once Is…

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California Trout Season Opens This Weekend and NorCal Waters Are Ready

One of Northern California’s biggest outdoor traditions arrives this Saturday, April 25, when the 2026 statewide general trout season officially…

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Rivers of a Lost Coast is a Must-Watch Documentary for NorCal Fishermen

When you think of what California is best known for, obvious answers might include Hollywood, surfing, giant redwoods, the Golden…

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The Mount Shasta Fish Hatchery Is Hosting Free Kids Fishing Days This Summer

Two summer dates are now on the calendar for one of Northern California’s most beloved youth fishing traditions. The Mount…

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Rebounding Chinook Populations Bring Back California’s Ocean Salmon Season

California’s ocean salmon fishing season is making a major comeback in 2026 after three consecutive years of commercial closure and…

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Popular Tahoe Ski Resort Announces Early Closure Due to Lack of Snow

Sierra-at-Tahoe is pulling the plug on its 79th season this Sunday, wrapping things up as warm weather and a snowless…

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26-Year-Old Skier Dies After Accident on Advanced Run at Tahoe Ski Resort

A Southern California man has died after a skiing accident at Northstar California Resort near Truckee, according to resort and…

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12-Year-Old Snowboarder Falls From Chairlift at Mammoth Mountain

A scary chairlift incident at Mammoth Mountain Ski Area left a young snowboarder injured, but fortunately not seriously hurt, after…

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Tahoe Athletes Named to U.S. Teams for 2026 Winter Olympics

Photo of Bryce Bennett via Palisades Tahoe A strong contingent of Tahoe athletes is bound for the world’s biggest winter…

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NorCal Native Alex Honnold Cements His Legacy as the GOAT of Climbing

Northern California’s own Alex Honnold just added another jaw-dropping line to an already unmatched résumé, completing the largest urban free…

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Mountain Biker Rescued by CHP Helicopter After Getting Stranded Near Downieville

A winter ride on one of Northern California’s most iconic mountain bike routes ended with a helicopter rescue over the…

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Throwback: Kayakers Paddle Through the Redwoods on a Flooded Avenue of the Giants

With significant flooding drowning the road through Humboldt’s famed Avenue of the Giants, the road became closed to motorists in…

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Northern California Fisherman Lands Possible World Record Canary Rockfish

Photo via Brendan Walsh A last-minute fishing trip off the Mendocino Coast may turn into a piece of California angling…

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Ski A Volcano: The History of the Lassen Ski Area

Large groups of skier in Lassen – 1936. PHOTO BY JERVIE HENRY EASTMAN, COURTESY DEPARTMENT OF SPECIAL COLLECTIONS, GENERALLIBRARY, UNIVERSITY…

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Here’s How Tahoe Skiers Can Skip Parking Chaos This Winter

Tahoe skiers frustrated by packed resort lots have a much easier option this season. TART’s winter Park & Ride program…

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Your Guide to Catching Kokanee Salmon in Northern California

Photo via Adam Koons/CDFW If you have ever reeled in a kokanee salmon, you know why these feisty fish inspire…

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Throwback: Skier Lands Insane Backflip Over 150-Foot Road Gap in Sierra Nevada Mountains

When the snow falls in bunches during the winter in Tahoe, extreme athletes are known to push the limits in…

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Pro Snowboarder to Premiere New Film Shot Entirely in the Sierra Nevada

Northern California’s snowboard community is gearing up for a big night in Quincy as professional snowboarder Curtis Woodman debuts his…

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Grueling 23-Day Climb Makes Sasha DiGiulian First Woman to Free Climb El Capitan’s Platinum Wall

A major milestone was just made on Yosemite’s iconic El Capitan. World Champion climber Sasha DiGiulian has completed the first…

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Winter Bucket List for Outdoor Adventurers in Redding, California

It’s officially winter in Northern California, which means we’ll be trading our shorts and sun-tan lotion for scarves and beanies.…

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Donner Ski Ranch Invites ‘Refugees’ to Come Ski the Old-School Way

Tahoe’s most famously no-nonsense ski hill is leaning into its reputation once again. Donner Ski Ranch, perched atop Donner Summit…

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Palisades Tahoe Delays Opening Day as the Mountain Awaits More Snow

Palisades Tahoe is pressing pause on its planned November 26 opening, announcing that early-season conditions simply are not ready for…

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Northern California’s Most Beautiful Outdoor Ice Rink Opens for Winter Winter Season

One of Northern California’s most unique winter experiences is officially open for the season. The Mount Shasta Ice Rink, formerly…

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Storm Strands Two Climbers on Yosemite’s El Capitan as They Wait for Weather to Clear

Yosemite’s first big winter storm of the season has brought heavy rain, snow and cold temperatures to the valley. Two…

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Two Major Tahoe Ski Resorts Delay Opening Due to Thin Snowpack

Two of Lake Tahoe’s largest ski resorts are hitting pause on their 2025 season kickoff as early-season snow continues to…

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California’s Only Heli-Skiing Operation Set to Take Off in 2026

California skiers and riders are about to unlock a new level of winter adventure. Sweetwater Heli has announced the launch…

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Following His Brother’s Footsteps, 8-Year-Old Conquers El Capitan

A new name has been added to Yosemite’s record books. Eight-year-old Sylvan Evermore and his father, Joe Evermore, reached the…

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Here’s When Every Northern California Ski Resort Opens for the 2025–26 Season

We’re beginning to see signs of winter in the Sierra, which signals the highly-anticipated start of the ski season in…

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Yosemite Rangers Bust BASE Jumper at El Capitan Amid Government Shutdown

Yosemite National Park officials cited a BASE jumper near El Capitan on October 29 after a swift response from rangers…

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Three BASE Jumpers Convicted in Yosemite as Shutdown Draws Thrill-Seekers to the Park

Yosemite National Park officials announced this week that three men have been convicted of illegal BASE jumping in separate incidents,…

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Illegal BASE Jumpers Take to Yosemite’s El Capitan Amid Government Shutdown

As the federal government shutdown continues, some thrill-seekers appear to be taking advantage of reduced staffing in Yosemite National Park…

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Northern California Just Got Its Best New Mountain Bike Trail in Years

Photo via the Sierra Buttes Trail Stewardship After nearly a decade of work, the Sierra Buttes Trail Stewardship (SBTS) has…

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30 Best Fishing Lakes in California, Ranked by Anglers

Summer might be winding down, but there’s still plenty of time to grab your rod and cast a line in…

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Last Chance for Ranger-Led Moonlight Kayak Tours on Whiskeytown Lake

If you’ve been wanting to experience Whiskeytown Lake in a truly magical way, don’t miss the final ranger-led moonlight kayak…

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Watch: Massive Rock Flake Breaks Off El Capitan as Climber Swings Into Position

A tense moment was caught on camera high on the face of El Capitan in Yosemite National Park when a…

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No License Needed! Free Fishing Days Return to California This Summer

California’s popular Free Fishing Days are back, offering the perfect chance to cast a line without a license and enjoy…

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California Anglers Celebrate Successful Return of Ocean Salmon Season

California’s much-anticipated ocean salmon season opened June 7–8 with a bang, delivering some of the best fishing action in recent…

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Sugar Bowl Launches $100 Million Modernization Project

Sugar Bowl Resort, one of Tahoe’s last independently owned ski areas, is undergoing its largest transformation in 86 years with…

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Mammoth Mountain’s Final Weekend of the 2024-25 Ski Season Is Here

The 2024-25 ski season is coming to a close, and Mammoth Mountain is giving snow lovers one last chance to…

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Mammoth Mountain Announces Closing Date for the 2024-25 Ski Season

Mammoth Mountain has announced it will officially wrap up its 2024-25 ski season on June 15. Until then, the resort…

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Chinook Salmon Fishing Returns to Three Northern California Rivers After Two-Year Ban

Due to continued low Chinook salmon counts, the California Fish and Game Commission has voted to keep the Klamath River…

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Tahoe Ski Resort to Debut Lakefront Gondola by Winter 2026–27

Homewood Mountain Resort is set to transform the Lake Tahoe ski experience with the installation of its first-ever gondola, aiming…

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Sierra-at-Tahoe Settles Lawsuit Over 2020-21 Parking Issues, Offers Refunds and Vouchers

Sierra-at-Tahoe has reached a settlement in a class action lawsuit related to its 2020-21 ski season, where guests were unable…

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Ring of Fire: Snowboarders Climb and Ride Down NorCal’s Two Active Volcanos

When discussing the outdoors of far Northern California, two of the main destinations you’ll likely hear about are Mount Shasta…

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Donner Ski Ranch Stays Open for Spring Weekends and You Can Help Decide When It Ends

Spring skiing is still alive and well at Donner Ski Ranch, where the lifts are spinning every Saturday and Sunday…

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X Games Postpone Northern California Debut

The highly anticipated X Games event scheduled for August 22-24 at Cal Expo in Sacramento has been postponed, organizers announced…

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Merry Fishmas! Here Are the 7 Best Places in NorCal to Fish on Opening Day.

Saturday, April 26th is truly a magnificent holiday. It’s the time of year when you get together with your friends…

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Palisades Tahoe Hosts Another Successful Snow Golf Tournament

On April 19, more than 300 participants gathered at Palisades Tahoe for the 39th Annual Snow Golf Tournament — a…

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Skier’s Summer Delight: A Backpacking Adventure to Find the Sierra’s Fountain of Youth

Skiers and snowboarders hit a bit of a stage of depression in the late weeks of June. Although some ski…

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Palisades Tahoe Extends Ski Season Through Memorial Day

Courtesy of Palisades Tahoe Spring skiing season is still going strong at Palisades Tahoe! The resort will remain open seven…

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26-Year-Old Skier Dies in Accident at Palisades Tahoe

A tragic accident at Palisades Tahoe on Saturday claimed the life of 26-year-old skier Ellery Curtis. The incident occurred around…

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Tahoe Resorts Extend Ski Season After 2.5 Feet of Fresh Snow

Ski season isn’t over yet in Tahoe—Mother Nature just added a fresh twist. A recent storm dumped over 2.5 feet…

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Closing Dates for Ski Resorts in Northern California

Spring skiing season is officially upon us, bringing sunny skies, soft corn snow, and festive events like pond skimming. Unfortunately,…

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Tahoe Ski Resorts Crack Down on Pass Fraud—Here’s Why Borrowing a Friend’s Pass Could Cost You Big

Skiers and snowboarders in Lake Tahoe may want to think twice before borrowing a friend’s season pass. California Highway Patrol…

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California’s First Deadly Avalanche of the Season Strikes Near Tahoe

Photo of the Powderhouse Peak area. Photo by Sierra Avalanche Center. A tragic avalanche near Luther Pass claimed the life…

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Yosemite’s Little-Known Ski Resort Won’t Open in 2025

Bad news for Yosemite skiers—Badger Pass Ski Area will not open for the 2024-25 season due to an insufficient early-season…

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Palisades Tahoe Offering $99 Lift Tickets with All Proceeds Going to LA Fire Victims

From January 18 to 20, 2025, skiers and snowboarders at Palisades Tahoe can hit the slopes while making a real…

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See What it Looks Like to Get Rescued Under an Avalanche by a Tahoe Ski Patrol Dog

We all know that dogs are a man’s best friend. Well, now dogs can be a skier’s best friend, and…

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This Tahoe Road Gap Ski Jump is the Scariest Thing You’ll Watch Today

Professional freeskier Josh Daiek, known for pushing the boundaries of creativity and courage, has once again shocked the outdoor community.…

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The X Games is Coming to Northern California

The X Games, one of the world’s premier action sports events, is making a big move to Northern California this…

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WATCH: Bear Collides with Snowboarder at Tahoe’s Heavenly Resort

Bears at Heavenly Resort, located in California and Nevada, are not an unusual sight. However, a rare and dramatic incident…

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Alex Honnold Returns to Yosemite to Attempt Another ‘Free Solo’ Feat

Alex Honnold, the renowned climber and star of the Oscar-winning documentary Free Solo, is back in Yosemite National Park pursuing…

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Skiers Beware: Tree Wells are the Most Dangerous Obstacles at NorCal Ski Resorts

Heavenly Mountain Resort If you’ve ever seen any semblance of an avalanche in person, you know why it gets much…

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Mt Shasta Ski Park Announces Opening Date Following Early Season Snowstorm

Winter sports enthusiasts, rejoice! Mt Shasta Ski Park has announced its season opening date: Wednesday, December 11. This exciting news…

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How to Go Ice Fishing on Mount Shasta’s Castle Lake

Now here’s something you don’t see everyday in Northern California. In the wintertime in Mount Shasta, visitors to Castle Lake…

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Major Tahoe Ski Resorts Announce Early Openings Amidst Early-Season Snowfall

The 2024-2025 ski season is off to an exciting start in Northern California as Heavenly Mountain Resort and Palisades Tahoe…

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These Fishermen Traverse Class V Rapids to Catch BIG Trout on the American River

“To find the goods, you have to be willing to go to places where no one else is willing to…

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Fisherman Catches MONSTER 47-Pound Chinook on the Smith River

Retired fishing guide Hank Mautz, along with local guide Shad Hopper, recently reeled in a massive 47-pound Chinook salmon on…

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‘Plates for Powder’ Program Returns, Offering Free Lift Tickets for Lake Tahoe License Plate Purchases

With fresh snowfall gracing the Sierra, the popular Plates for Powder program is back for the 2024-25 winter season, offering…

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Tahoe Ski Resorts Announce Opening Dates for 2024-25 Season

Ski season is just around the corner, and Lake Tahoe resorts are beginning to reveal their opening dates for the…

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Popular Tahoe Ski Resort Announces it Will Not Open This Winter

In a difficult announcement for the Lake Tahoe community, Homewood Mountain Resort (HMR) has confirmed it will not operate or…

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Here’s Why Fall Might Be the Best Season for Fishing in Northern California

Photo: Chip O’Brien When October finally arrives in NorCal, chances are you will find me fishing somewhere. It may only…

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Body of BASE Jumper Recovered Near Mammoth Lakes After Fatal Accident

Photo: Mono County Sheriff The body of Leonardo Durant, a man who died in a BASE jumping accident on Mount…

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How to Properly Photograph Your Fish for a Safe Release: Tips for Anglers

Northern California is a paradise for fishing enthusiasts, offering everything from serene mountain streams to vast lakes filled with various…

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Ikon Pass Expands its Tahoe Offerings with Addition of Sierra-at-Tahoe

Photo via Sierra-at-Tahoe Skiers and snowboarders in Northern California have a new reason to be excited this winter as the…

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Watch These Insane Kayakers Plunge Over Pit River Falls

Pit River Falls is easily one of the most underrated waterfalls in NorCal, most likely due to the fact that…

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California’s Free Fishing Day is This Weekend. Here Are Our Favorite Places to Fish in NorCal.

Don’t miss the last chance to fish for free this year! Free Fishing Day in California is being offered by…

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Historic Water Race Returns to the Sacramento River in Redding

Visit Redding and Headwaters Adventure Company have announced the revival of the Lake Redding Regatta, a cherished local event from…

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‘Hoot Owl’ Recommendations Aim to Protect California’s Fish During Drought

The ongoing drought in California is taking a severe toll on the state’s fish populations, particularly coldwater species such as…

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Mount Shasta Fish Hatchery Hosts Kids Fishing Day on July 20

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is hosting its second Kids Fishing Day of the year at the…

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An Unforgettable Summer Day on Shasta Lake

I had some good friends looking to come up from Los Angeles for the ultimate Northern California trip. Of course,…

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This Northern California Town is Responsible for America’s First Bike Lane

The ever-popular bike lanes you see all around the country are a pretty new phenomenon. San Francisco received its first…

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California Bans Salmon Fishing on Rivers for the Second Consecutive Year

The California Fish and Game Commission has voted unanimously to close in-river salmon sport fishing in the Klamath River Basin…

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Golf Course with Gorgeous Mount Shasta Views Hits the Market for $3.8 Million

Golf enthusiasts take note: the picturesque Lake Shastina Golf Resort in Siskiyou County is now on the market for $3.8…

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NorCal Fisherman Completes California’s 500th Heritage Trout Challenge

Scott Lyons, a retired educator and lifelong angler from El Dorado County, has achieved a significant milestone in California’s fishing…

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The 8 Best Places to Catch BIG Fish Near Mt. Shasta

Photo: Wild Waters Fly Fishing When it comes to fishing, there aren’t many areas in the world like Northern California.…

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California Salmon Fishing Season Officially Closed for Second Consecutive Year

On Wednesday, the Pacific Fishery Management Council voted to finalize the cancellation of the California ocean salmon season for the…

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FORE! Snow Golf is Returning to Palisades Tahoe this Week.

Photo: Palisades Tahoe Palisades Tahoe is bringing back its much-loved traditions this week with the return of the 38th Annual…

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The Art of Flight – Paragliding Over Mt. Shasta

Ever since human beings have looked up and seen birds flying through the air with ease, we’ve been obsessed with flight.…

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You Can Now Get Your California Fishing License Directly on Your Phone

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) has unveiled the CDFW License App, a new mobile application designed to…

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Rare Tahoe Ski Run for Advanced Skiers Opens for the First Time this Winter

Following an extraordinary snowfall, Palisades Tahoe has opened its most exclusive and difficult terrain, which is accessible by the Silverado…

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WATCH: Skiers Jump Over Chair Lift at Mammoth Mountain

When the spring season hits Mammoth Mountain, the world looks to the Eastern Sierra ski resort for some of the…

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How Skiing Down Volcanoes Became a Time-Honored Tradition in Northern California

Volcanoes are the kind of geological formations that tend to inspire awe. Towering above everything else, they seem like a…

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Ice Fishing at Mount Shasta’s Castle Lake

You typically won’t hear the words “ice fishing” and “Northern California” muttered in the same breath, but there’s a destination…

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Viral Video Shows Rock Climber Nearly Falling on 150-Foot Wall in Yosemite

Veteran rock climber Amity Warme’s ascent of the challenging Book of Hate route in Yosemite National Park has captured the…

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Dramatic Video Shows the Deadly Palisades Tahoe Avalanche from the Chairlift

The Tahoe community, along with the worldwide ski community, is still mourning from the tragic avalanche at Palisades Tahoe on…

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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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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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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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