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Our Forests Are More Than Just Trees Go beyond “awareness” all the way to “understanding”! Learn how our vast, wonderful and resilient forests function and our role in maintaining their health and beauty…forever! Again this summer, an experienced instructor will conduct a free, week long, fast paced seminar on the wonders of our local forests. Continue reading Forest Tours in Chester – August 10 – 14… SMOKEY CELEBRATES 65TH BIRTHDAY One day, a person Continue reading The Story of Smokey Bear… Don’t miss the air show over the Susanville Airport area on Saturday, August 15th. It’s the 2009 Susanville Air Fair and the event kicks off with a pancake breakfast from 7 – 10 am. Those flying in for the event will enjoy a free breakfast and the Continue reading Air Fair in Susanville – August 15… Hi! Happy August! I am sitting here, in my beautiful office watching out the window and wondering, “When did it get sooo hot???” It seems like it took forever, but here it is! Now, I mention my beautiful office because I spend a LOT of time here and love my office. But, I find myself Continue reading Tooling’ Around with J – Installing a New Ceiling Fan… WITH TIPS FOR KEEPING YOUR DRIVING SKILLS AND PRIVILEGES By Melissa Wynn In this new millennium, the Senior Community is a much more health conscientious and active crowd than their grandparents were. Sixty-five is the new forty-five and 100th birthdays are common these days. Today’s senior citizen is on the move and often driving in the Continue reading Cruisin’ Seniors in California… By Eileen Majors Go Greenville! It is exciting to see one little community working together to bring positive changes to their town. As one group moves forward steadily with plans for a wellness center, another group has been busy installing Nuksa Te Park and Playground, a Maidu Indian playground, on Greenville’s Main Street in the downtown Continue reading Maidu Playground Arrives in Greenville… (530) 284-6968 One of my favorite stops on the mountain roads of Plumas County has long been Sierra Sunrise Coffee House in Greenville. The small town atmosphere of Greenville’s Main Street takes you back in time. One may feel like they are visiting a simpler time and place of decades past. The beautiful mountain scenery surrounding Continue reading Sierra Sunrise Coffee House 530-284-6968… (530) 258-1800 By Melissa Wynn I was recently reminded, by a cool delta breeze on a cloudless July afternoon, how fortunate I am to call this Mountain Valley my home. The outdoor thermostat read 77 degrees and we couldn’t find a single reason to do anything but savor every moment of that perfect Sierra summer Continue reading Red Onion Grill 530-258-1800… Our Salute to Local Fire and Law Enforcement YOUR CHANCE TO SALUTE A LOCAL HERO IN UNIFORM: In our fall edition (September/October), we will be including a special section saluting Local Law Enforcement and Fire Agencies and looking a bit more deeply into what it takes to be one of the men or women who represent Continue reading A Salute to Local Fire & Law Enforcement… If the sound of saving energy is appealing to you, you will love our upcoming fall edition. We will have all the latest information on ways to get ready for winter around the house and ways to save energy. From wind and solar power to comparing heating options, this special supplement to Mountain Continue reading Wise Winter Tips On Their Way… AUGUST IS PICKING TIME Late August means the blackberry bushes are once again heavy laden with bubbly, juicy fruit. Picking before the rains come is what you want to do. A pail and a desire to wander through the woods is all you need for a Sierra berry picking adventure. Blackberry bushes are full Continue reading Vine Ripened Blackberries… Oh Yeah!… Submitted by: Leslie Wall, Plumas Rural Services Community Connections…It’s About Time ________________________________________________________________ CELEBRATING HOME! We are fortunate to live in such a beautiful, diverse area of Northern California where there are four gorgeous seasons, lakes, wildlife, and some of the best friends and neighbors found anywhere. One of the great ways of celebrating our unique Continue reading HOMEGROWN FESTIVAL… It is a new day in the business world. After the economic boom recently experienced in this country, today’s state of affairs could look to many CEO’s like a serious crisis. It has in fact proven devastating for several large corporations and major retailers across the country. Our region is certainly feeling the effects Continue reading It’s a New Day in Business… Question: I have a couple of questions regarding deer killed on roadways. First of all, if a deer is accidentally hit and killed on a roadway, can it be collected and utilized so as not to go to waste? Secondly, if I have a valid California hunting license and deer tag, and while coming back after Continue reading California Outdoors by Carrie Wilson: Q&A… NASP: Teach archery to your students in grades 4-12 The National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) is an international-style archery program for students in grades 4-12. NASP is delivered to students by teachers as an in-school lesson plan through a joint venture between the DFG and the California Department of Education. NASP is very popular in Continue reading Archery For Students… By Richard Barlupi Step back in time and enjoy an old-fashioned soda fountain inside the Lassen Gift Company on Main Street in Chester, California. “Soda Jerks” create great tasting treats that delight the taste buds of their customers. Chester’s soda fountain features everything you would have expected around the turn of the century – soda fountain Continue reading LASSEN GIFT COMPANY… by Jan Cox Art as defined in Webster’s Dictionary is “the activity of using imagination and skill to create beautiful things.” As we move into the month of August, the arts are in plain view in Northern California. You will find art shows throughout the mountain communities. What is it about the arts that draw people in? Continue reading August Arts at Almanor – 2009… Turkey Vultures are strange as birds go. Their appearance is quite odd with a small, bald, red head that looks somehow misplaced upon a large brownish black feathered body. A diet of road kill, dead fish washed ashore and other carrion make them a bit creepy as well, but even nature Continue reading Turkey Vulture… Nature’s Rebel… By Jan Cox The day dawned clear with a promise of warming as we headed out for an overnight stay at Sierra Sky Lodge in Cromberg, CA. After a leisurely drive through the canyons we pulled into the driveway of the lodge, just 12 miles south of Quincy. There we were greeted by owner, Wendy Yates, Continue reading Sierra Sky Lodge 530-836-2344… By, Sara Conklin I have included a photo of a walking cane belonging to my grandfather. Inscribed on handle”Robert McCulloch 1845-1895. Thank You, James Continue reading ANTIQUE APPRAISAL August 2009… ROMANCE PACKAGE WITH HOT SPRINGS POOL The soft evening breezes blow cool on a porch swing in the Sierras while the midday sun delivers the warmth of a true summer. Ahh summer, what better time to send the kids off to Grandma’s for a week so the hubby and I can find some one on one Continue reading Feel The Fire At Drakesbad… By Nancy Lund AGING IN PLACE Aging in place is a beautiful concept– and for many of us, aging here in Plumas and Lassen counties is our choice. We are enthralled by the air, the water, the relaxed pace. This is where we plan our retirement; we weatherize the cottage where we have spent so many Continue reading Medical Options for the Elderly… Everyone has become more concerned about their credit scores these days, especially when a better score can result in lower credit interest rates and payments saving thousands of dollars from interest. With this in mind, many consumers are paying more attention to their credit and, unfortunately, in the process of trying to Continue reading My Credit Score Dropped 87 Points Because of Me… “Everybody needs beauty as well as Michael Muir, great grandson of John Muir has lived with multiple sclerosis since he was 15 years old. Refusing to be daunted by the relentless Continue reading Access Adventure: Challenging the Limits of Disability… August 1-Greenville, CA: Annual Round Valley Run/Walk at Round Valley Lake 530-284-6856 August 1-Greenville, CA: Gold Digger Days Women’s Softball Tournament. 530-284-7734 August 1-Susanville, CA: Lassen Land & Trails Trust “Farmers Market.” 8am-12pm. Susanville Rail Road Depot 601 Richmond Rd. www.lassenlandandtrails.com 530-257-3252 August 1-Susanville, CA: Diamond Mountain Casino “DJ” 9pm-1:30am. 900 Skyline Dr. Willow Room. www.diamondmountaincasino.com 530-252-1100 August Continue reading Calendar of Events- August 2009… |
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