Rafting on the Trinity River is always an adventure. Your adrenaline will be pumping as you navigate around boulders and through rushing rapids; then, in a blink of an eye you’ll be catching your breath, floating through steep canyons on calm and peaceful waters. With 40 miles of class 1 (easy) rafting and 26 miles of class 2-3 rafting (expect to get wet!), the Trinity River is … [Read more...]
#98 – Plumas County Golfing
Any golfer will attest to the habit-forming nature of hitting the links. If you’re hoping to indulge your golf addiction, look no father than Plumas County, which offers golfers ten courses to choose from. Many of them are located in the town of Graeagle, nestled in the mountain valley just one hour north of Lake Tahoe. Here you’ll find four champion 18-hole courses and one … [Read more...]
#100 – Western Pacific Railroad Museum
Completed in 1909, the Western Pacific Railroad’s Feather River Route ran between Oakland, California and Salt Lake City, Utah. Because they were competing with the near-monopoly market force of the Southern Pacific Railroad, the engineers and operators of the Western Pacific were forced to be innovative and efficient. They became a driving force, propelling train technology … [Read more...]
#101 – High Sierra Music Festival
Every 4th of July the town of Quincy, CA welcomes thousands of visitors for the four-day, family-friendly High Sierra Music Festival. Celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2016, the eclectic festival boasts an impressive line-up of national and international superstars in the jamband, bluegrass, folk and funk traditions. There are several camping areas on the festival grounds. If … [Read more...]
Strawberry Valley Inn, Mt. Shasta
Retreat to Cool Mt. Shasta Strawberry Valley Inn is open year-round and offers monthly specials including a "Stay & Play" ski package, "Sweetheart Massage" package, romantic getaways and spiritual retreats. This charming inn is the perfect home away from home, offering guests the opportunity to relax, rejuvenate and take advantage of everything Mount Shasta has to … [Read more...]