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Cannabis
December 3, 2019
Remembering the Time it Rained 6,000 Pounds of Marijuana on Yosemite
Photo: Rick Schloss In 1977, Yosemite National Park was a much different place. Rock climbers traveled the world over to…
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Destinations
November 28, 2019
NorCal’s Frozen Gem – The Siskiyou Ice Rink is a Unique Winter Experience
Whether it’s a sunny day under the shadow of Mt. Shasta or a cold night under bright, illuminating stars, the…
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History
November 26, 2019
The Chronicles of Mark Twain in California – Part 2: Getting Fired in San Francisco
San Francisco’s Cliff House in the 1800’s By the time Mark Twain (formerly Sam Clemens) made it to San Francisco…
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Outdoors
November 21, 2019
Scientists Believe Thousands of Meteors Could Fly Over the Night Sky Tonight
Not since 1995 has an alpha Monocerotids meteor storm been seen over the night sky, but that could be the…
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Weather
November 19, 2019
How PG&E – Along with Climate Change – Put Northern California in the Dark
View of the Camp Fire from a satellite. Photo:Â Stuart Rankin Unless you were directly affected, you probably don’t remember much…
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Stories
November 18, 2019
The Chronicles of Mark Twain in California – Part 1: The Stories Behind the Pen Name
People dream of coming to California to become the next Meryl Streep or Tom Hanks, but hardly the “father of…
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Cannabis
November 17, 2019
How Illegal Marijuana Grows are Poisoning Northern California’s Public Lands
Photo: MARK HIGLEY/HOOPA VALLEY TRIBAL FORESTRY When recreational marijuana was legalized in California in 2018, U.S. Attorney McGregor Scott announced…
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Shasta Cascade
November 11, 2019
Help the Haven Humane Society Raise Money to Keep Animals Warm After Surgery
The Haven Humane Society has been caring for lost, homeless or abused pets in the Redding area since 1952. The…
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Butte
November 12, 2019
Sierra Nevada’s Resilience IPA and Relief Fund have Raised $8.4 Million for Camp Fire Victims
During the fires of 2018, a new trend emerged in Northern California when local breweries used craft beer to raise…
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Bay Area
November 11, 2019
Point Reyes Lighthouse Reopens Following 13-Month, $5.7 Million Renovation
Flickr/m01229 The Point Reyes Lighthouse has reopened to the public following an extensive renovation, giving visitors a refreshed look at…
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Wildlife
November 9, 2019
Greased Bowling Balls and the Circle of Life on the Klamath River
Photo: Bureau of Land Management Oregon and Washington “WHOA,” my teenage son screamed. “Watch out! Those rocks are slippery. I…
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Video
November 6, 2019
California Untamed: Watch a NorCal Man Run 330-Miles from Arcata to Mount Shasta
Ryan Spitz is no ordinary man. Spitz decided he wanted to create a race from two iconic Northern California locations…
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Shasta Cascade
November 4, 2019
Falling for Redding: Your Ultimate Guide to Autumn Activities in Shasta County
Brought to you by Visit Redding Photo: Visit Redding It’s autumn in Northern California, with the foliage that grew all…
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Stories
November 3, 2019
Fire in Paradise: Full Review of Netflix’s Camp Fire Documentary
On November 8, 2018, Northern California was changed forever. At 6:15 am that day, a fire broke out in rural…
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Stories
October 31, 2019
To Dam or Un-Dam California? Now That’s a Complicated Question.
While some dams are old and nearly useless, major dams like Shasta provide flood control and water storage for millions…
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Stories
October 30, 2019
Viral Photo of Firefighters Sleeping on the Grass Near Kincade Fire Shows Their Plight
Firefighters battling the devastating wildfires of Northern California don’t have it easy. Not only do they risk life and limb…
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Stories
October 30, 2019
These Pets were Lost in the Kincade Fire and Need Your Help Finding Their Owners
As we’ve learned over the past three years dealing with massive wildfires in Northern California, it’s quite common for pets…
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Stories
October 28, 2019
City of Eureka Transfers Indian Island Back to Wiyot Tribe in Historic Ceremony
Facebook/ Wiyot Tribe In December of 2018, the Eureka City Council unanimously voted to return Tuluwat, or Indian Island, back…
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Stories
October 15, 2019
Napa Man Breaks California Record with 2,175-Pound Pumpkin
At the Half Moon Bay World Championship Weigh-Off, big pumpkins are a familiar sight. But when Napa pumpkin grower Leonardo…
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Stories
November 14, 2021
This is the Best Explanation of Lemurians I’ve Ever Read
Anybody who knows me well has probably seen my unhealthy fascination with legends. In fact, the deep dive on Lemurians…
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Stories
October 14, 2019
Scientists Explains How Climate Change is a Driving Force in Northern California Wildfires
View of the Camp Fire from a satellite. Photo: Stuart Rankin There’s no doubt that many contributing factors went into…
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Destinations
October 12, 2023
Falling for Siskiyou County: The Ultimate Autumn Bucket List for California’s True North
Brought to you by Discover Siskiyou The season’s changing in Northern California. The days are getting shorter, the leaves are…
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Stories
October 10, 2019
The Internet Hilariously Reacts to the #PGEPowerShutdown
With businesses closed, schools out and a general sense of angst in Northern California due to the recent PG&E power…
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Stories
October 9, 2019
The Land Without Power: Welcome to the New Normal in Northern California
Photo: Flickr/Santa Rosa Fires It’s all anybody in Northern California can talk about. Due to extremely windy conditions, PG&E began…
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Destinations
September 30, 2019
Exploring Redding’s Great Outdoors on the Sacramento River Trail
Brought to you by Visit Redding Photo: Visit Redding We’ve all felt like we were going in circles at some…
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News
September 24, 2019
Over 80 Miles of Fire Hose was Used to Extinguish the Walker Fire
The Walker Fire in the Plumas National Forest became the largest wildfire in California during this year’s fire season, as…
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Wildlife
September 19, 2019
Mountain Lion Breaks into NorCal House, Locks Self in Bathroom
A family in Sonora was terrified when they recently received a late-night intruder into their home – one of the…
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Stories
September 17, 2019
Tapping California’s North: The Siskiyou Beer Trail
Brought to you by Discover Siskiyou There are few things that hand-in-hand with the outdoors, but as we’ve learned over…
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Events
September 4, 2019
Win Two Tickets to the Fifth-Annual Jefferson State Flixx Fest
Photo Courtesy of Discover Siskiyou Get ready for the fifth annual Jefferson State Flixx Fest September 19th – 22nd in…
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Stories
February 24, 2020
This Beautiful Northern California Site was Once a World War II Internment Camp
When the Japanese bombed Pearl Harbor on the morning of December 7, 1941, it started World War II, sending the United…
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Stories
September 3, 2019
Paradise’s Noble Orchards Looking for Apple Pickers Amidst Camp Fire Devastation
Noble Orchards was a successful apple orchard in Paradise when the Camp Fire hit, burning 11 buildings on their 35-acre…
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News
September 3, 2019
15 More Earthquakes Shake-Up Area Near Mount Shasta
Yesterday we reported five earthquakes that had hit near Mount Shasta, just north of McCloud, over Labor Day weekend including…
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Tahoe
September 3, 2019
CHP Lambasts Truckers for Dumping Bags of Feces, Urine Along Donner Pass
When you’re heading east or west on Highway 80 near Tahoe’s Donner Pass, it’s not unusual to see semi-trucks parked…
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Stories
September 2, 2019
5 Earthquakes Recorded Near Mount Shasta
The Labor Day weekend near Mount Shasta received its fair share of shake-ups after five earthquakes were recorded on Sunday…
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Uncategorized
September 2, 2019
Sunken Car Discovered in the Sacramento River in Redding
A group of people fishing the Sacramento River in Redding made an unusual discovery when they floated over what appeared…
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Stories
August 26, 2019
Wear a Map of Your Favorite Northern California Park with these New Bandanas
Photo: Wear A Map Outdoor fashion has become a worldwide phenomenon, with apparel giants like Patagonia and Columbia making a…
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Stories
August 26, 2019
Donate to Support the Family Who Lost Their Home in the Mountain Fire
The Mountain Fire in the Jones Valley area of Redding is all but extinguished, but like so many other wildfires…
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Outdoors
August 22, 2019
Terrifying Details Emerge from the Climber Who Fell 30 Feet Down a Crevasse on Mt. Shasta
Photo of crevasse by Siskiyou County Sheriffs Office Officials had a busy day on Thursday, August 15 on Mount Shasta…
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Stories
August 13, 2019
It Turns Out the Kayaker Who Fell Off Lower McCloud Falls is a Total Badass
Three weeks ago I posted a funny video of a kayaker who attempted to ride off Lower McCloud Falls with…
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Stories
August 12, 2019
Meet the Good-Samaritan Kayaker Who Returns Lost Items on the American River
Karl Bly returning lost items on the American River. Photo: American River Lost & Found Karl Bly has been diving…
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Wildlife
August 12, 2019
The Battle Between Ranchers and Tule Elk Coming to a Head in Point Reyes
Flickr/DAVID MCSPADDEN Point Reyes National Seashore, sitting north of San Francisco on the California coast, is home to a flourishing…
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History
August 7, 2019
Take a Historical Audio Tour Through the Modoc War
In the 1870’s, the national headlines set there eyes on the Modoc War, a bloody battle between the army and…
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Stories
August 1, 2019
Sad News: Wildcard Brewing Co. Closes its Doors After 7 Years
Facebook: Wildcard Brewing Co. In a sad and surprising turn of events, Wildcard Brewing Co. has announced it will be…
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Shasta Cascade
July 30, 2019
An Unforgettable Summer Day on Shasta Lake
Brought to you by Visit Redding I had some good friends looking to come up from Los Angeles for the…
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Eating
July 29, 2019
The 8 Best Burgers Joints in Northern California
We've searched far and wide and have chosen our Top 8 Best Burgers spots in NorCal. Here are our results:
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Stories
July 24, 2019
14 Awesomely Unique Hotels in Siskiyou County
There is no lack of adventure in Siskiyou County. From the mighty Mount Shasta to the seemingly endless stream of…
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Stories
July 17, 2019
It’s Official: This Song is Northern California’s New Anthem
To be quite honest, I’ve wanted to find the perfect anthem for Northern California for a while. There are a…
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Wildlife
July 14, 2019
Lassen’s Famed Wolfpack Grows with a New Litter of Pups
Trail Camera of the Lassen Pack The Lassen Pack, California’s only known wolfpack, has grown recently with the announcement of…
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Uncategorized
July 4, 2019
Enjoy an Exclusive 4-Course Dinner by Chef Brien O’Brien in San Francisco
This elegant four-course dinner "pop-up" will celebrate the mid-way point of the 10th Season of MasterChef on FOX. A menu…
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Stories
June 24, 2019
NorCal Adventurer Featured on ‘American Ninja Warrior’ to Raise Awareness for Camp Fire
View this post on Instagram That face you make when you realize the floating steps are spring loaded! 😳 Woah!!…
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News
June 17, 2019
10-Year-Old Becomes the Youngest to Climb ‘The Nose’ on Yosemite’s El Capitan
Selah Schneiter is no stranger to rock climbing. She first touched a boulder at 3-days-old, and has been climbing for…
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Stories
June 6, 2019
California Untamed: NorCal Trail Runner Sets Out to Run 330-Miles From Arcata to Mt. Shasta
Ryan Spitz is ready to complete the first ever California Untamed. Photo via CaliforniaUntamed.com Ryan Spitz is accustomed to being…
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Stories
May 31, 2019
Finding the Spiritual Side of Mt. Shasta with Andrew Oser
Although many of us know Mt. Shasta as a utopia for outdoor adventure, it’s estimated that 50 percent of tourism…
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Tahoe
May 30, 2019
Man Digs Out Jeep Buried Under 10 Feet of Tahoe Snow
Photo via Jalopnik In November, a Tesla engineer bought a 2000 Jeep Cherokee but not long after it was purchased,…
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Tahoe
May 23, 2019
The Newest Member of Squaw’s Avalanche Dog Team is the Cutest Thing You’ll See Today
Many resorts in Northern California have a team of ski patrol dogs who are highly trained to find and rescue…
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Shasta Cascade
May 17, 2019
Veteran Northern California Forest Service K9 Celebrates Retirement
K9 Jasper and Patrol Captain Harris. Photo: US Forest Service The Shasta-Trinity National Forest, Law Enforcement and Investigations is celebrating…
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Tahoe
May 14, 2019
New King of Tahoe? Mark Zuckerberg Quietly Purchases $59 Million Properties in Tahoe
Carousel Estate. Photo: sunnysidelakefront.com If you drive through any areas surrounding Lake Tahoe, you may come across numerous bumper stickers…
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Stories
May 13, 2019
NorCal Couple Ordered to Pay $600K After Uprooting 180-Year-Old Tree
Photo: Sonoma Land Trust Stewardship When Peter and Toni Thompson bought their Sonoma County land in 2014, they were made…
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Wildlife
May 8, 2019
Showcasing the Animals of Turtle Bay Exploration Park
Most families have some sort of pet, whether it be a dog, cat or goldfish. Humans and animals are connected…
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Destinations
May 8, 2019
We Stayed in a Railroad Caboose in Northern California
We were in Dunsmuir, California and decided to stay at the Railroad Park Resort nestled right under the majestic Castle…
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Outdoors
February 25, 2021
5 Epic White Water Rafting Trips in Northern California
Photo: Trinity River Rafting Once, in the dawn of pre-history, a ravenous saber toothed tiger stalked a little family of…
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Lassen
May 2, 2019
New Book Highlights the Compelling Geologic Story of Lassen
Named for Kendall Vanhook Bumpass, a Lassen Country settler and prospector from the mid-1800s, Bumpass Hell encompasses 16 acres and…
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Wildlife
May 1, 2019
Meet Bubba – A Ginormous Bear Living in this Northern California Neighborhood
There’s a neighborhood in Truckee, California that has an unusual neighbor. They call him Bubba – and he’s a ginormous…
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Wildlife
April 26, 2019
You Can Help Solve a Centuries-Old Mystery on the Northern California Coast
The nature of Northern California is full of so much beauty, and possibly just as much mystery. There is still…
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Eating
April 30, 2019
The Chico Episode of Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives is Perfectly NorCal
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QkqEf78xL-U&feature=youtu.be&fbclid=IwAR0j_qeMsYRwwuhq0A2UWxsE00Pc82PHA-eNoPSMVcg551mAYet7CBlR-tU “I don’t think many people know how great Chico is.” The much anticipated Chico episode of the Food Network’s…
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Destinations
April 22, 2023
The 12 Most Instagrammable Destinations in Northern California
There are just so many beautiful destinations in Northern California that everyone should see once in their lifetime, and what…
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Sports
April 24, 2019
Sonoma Sheriff Finds $15K Prosthetic Leg and Returns it to Extreme Athlete Who Lost It
Photo: Sonoma County Sheriff It was an interesting sight when someone found a high-end prosthetic leg in the Cloverdale lumber…
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Yosemite-Mammoth
April 26, 2019
Investigators Reveal New Details in Teen’s Fatal Fall in Yosemite
Yosemite’s Nevada Fall The culture of capturing “epic” photos at outdoors destinations is becoming a deadly problem, with new evidence…
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Destinations
April 23, 2019
A Weekend in Redding, California – The Gateway to Northern California’s Outdoor Mecca
The Sundial Bridge, Burney Falls, Shasta Dam and Lassen Peak are all located within a short drive from Redding, California…
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Weather
April 23, 2019
It’s Official: Squaw Valley Received the Most Snowfall in the United States this Winter
Photo: Squaw Valley/Ben Birk Northern California saw a historic winter of 2018/19, with snowfall hitting every region in bulk and…
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Stories
April 22, 2019
Watch How West Sacramento is Using Goats for Fire Suppression Along the Sacramento River
Photo: City of West Sacramento The hottest new trend in Northern California fire suppression has been hiring goats to clear…
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Eating
April 19, 2019
Fall River Brewing Releases Limited Craft Beer to Raise Funds for Local Salmon Conservation
Photo: Fall River Brewing Co. Craft beer and local fundraising. Is there anything better? Fall River Brewing Co. announced the…
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Wildlife
April 19, 2019
Caught on Camera: Wild Animals are Returning to Whiskeytown Following Carr Fire
The Carr Fire had many ill effects on the human community of Shasta County, burning over 1,600 structures, claiming seven…
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Sports
April 18, 2019
Merry Fishmas! The 7 Best Places in NorCal to Fish on Opening Day
Saturday, April 27th is truly a magnificent holiday. It’s the time of year when you get together with your friends…
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Stories
April 16, 2019
International Succulent Smuggling Still a Major Problem on Northern California Coast
Photo: California Department of Fish and Wildlife The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is stepping up their game…
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Video
April 11, 2019
Go on a Northern California Adventure with Stella the Dog
What an awesome video! There is no better way to explore the Shasta region then through the lens of a…
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Stories
April 11, 2019
A Piece of NorCal History: Redding’s Diestelhorst Bridge
Considering its place adjacent to the recently added Lake Redding Bridge, you might overlook Redding’s storied Diestelhorst Bridge. Without scanning…
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Sacramento
April 9, 2019
Nesting Birds Close Down Sacramento High School’s Brand-New Field
Kildeer bird Construction workers had just finished the brand-new cork and synthetic turf field at Sacramento’s Rio Americano High School…
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Stories
April 2, 2019
The Best Jokes from April Fool’s Day in Northern California
April 1st has become a fun day for everyone. It gives even the most serious organizations the opportunity to let…
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Stories
March 28, 2019
A Guide to Spiritual Tourism in Mount Shasta
Flickr/Harold Litwiler If you’ve been lucky enough to walk through the quaint downtown area of Mount Shasta, you’ve probably noticed…
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Wildlife
March 22, 2019
Shasta Pack Murder? What Happened to NorCal’s Famed Gray Wolfpack?
Photo of the Shasta Pack in 2015 Four years ago, two wolves had a litter of five pups in the…
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North Coast
March 8, 2019
Humboldt 4-H Leader to be Honored in D.C. Following Young Sisters’ Wilderness Survival Story
When 5-year-old Caroline Carrico and 8-year-old Leia Carrico were younger, they were taught wilderness survival tactics from their local 4-H…
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Eating
April 17, 2019
Foodie Getting Active – How I Dropped 30 Pounds in 60 Days
By Brien O’Brien Let me start off by noting that I am in no way an expert on weight loss.…
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Sports
March 5, 2019
Meet the Athletes from NorCal Heading to the Special Olympics World Games in Abu Dhabi
Lighting ceremony at the Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi For a week in March, three Northern California Special Olympians…
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Shasta Cascade
March 3, 2019
Tourist Trapped in Deep Snow on Mt. Shasta Rescued with an Extensive Snow Removal Operation
Everitt Memorial Highway The Siskiyou County Sheriff’s Office received a desperate call from a Massachusetts woman whose Toyota Prius had…
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Tahoe
February 28, 2019
Lake Tahoe has Risen a Foot this Month with 40 Billion Gallons of New Water
Flickr/Reno Tahoe The historic snowfall and prevalent rains of February 2019 in Northern California has transformed the landscape following a…
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Stories
February 12, 2019
One Year Later: How Did a Lost Canadian Skier End Up in Northern California?
Danny Filippidis pictured above. On the left is a photo of him found in Sacramento after 6 days missing from…
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Weather
February 12, 2019
Blizzard Trapped 120 Guests for 5 Days at South Sierra Resort
It started out as a normal winter vacation for 120 guests at the Montecito Sequoia Lodge in the South Sierra…
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Outdoors
January 31, 2019
Chico State Adventure Outings Wins Award for “Excellence” and its “Get Outdoors” Scholarship
Chico State’s Adventure Outings is a program dedicated to outdoor recreation for students. The program is student operated and includes…
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Destinations
January 28, 2019
Eat the Burger That Wears A Skirt at Napa’s Squeeze Inn
Their popular "Squeezeburger w/Cheese" comes with it's own unique "Cheese Skirt" that always astonishes and satisfy's guests...
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North Coast
January 26, 2019
Wiyot Tribe Reclaims “Sacred” Indian Island in Humboldt Bay
Located off the shore of Eureka in Humboldt Bay sits an island called Duluwat, better know as Indian Island, which…
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Wildlife
January 24, 2019
Northern California Chinook Salmon up for Endangered Species Consideration
Spring Chinook Salmon. Photo courtesy Michael Humling, US Fish & Wildlife Service The recent volatility of Northern California waterways has…
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Tahoe
January 23, 2019
UberSKI Now Offered in the Tahoe Area
Photo courtesy of UberSKI Back in my day, taking a trip to the ski resort for some snowboarding including jamming…
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Stories
January 15, 2019
A Total Lunar Eclipse Called the ‘Super Blood Wolf Moon’ is Happening this Week
The first significant celestial event is slated to occur this week and it should be visible from Northern California. On…
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Sacramento
January 14, 2019
Lady Bird is a Beautiful Love Letter to Northern California
When Lady Bird was released to the public on December 1st, 2017, there was no massive marketing campaign or high-flying…
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Stories
January 13, 2019
Northern California Town Uses Goats to Prevent Catastrophic Wildfire
Just 47 miles southeast of Paradise, California sits Nevada City, a town of about 3,000 people which has seen wildfires…
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Sacramento
January 4, 2019
Two Hospitalized After Plane Crashes into the American River
Photo: SACRAMENTO FIRE DEPARTMENT For anyone driving across the Jibboom Street Bridge over the American River near Discovery Park in…
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Stories
January 4, 2019
Netflix’s Smash Hit ‘Bird Box’ has Strong Northern California Connections
Netflix announced that it’s new thriller film starring Sandra Bullock, Bird Box, made a record-breaking debut with over 45 million…
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Stories
December 30, 2018
The Top 10 Active NorCal Stories of 2018
By Zach O’Brien, Founder of Active NorCal Phew! What a years it’s been! In 2018, we really caught our stride…
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Stories
December 20, 2018
Dramatic Footage Shows Rare Meteor Cloud in the Sky over NorCal
No one knew what was going on in the Northern California sky this week, as a bright, streaking cloud appeared…
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