Squirrels are a common sight in our Sierra Cascade region. I thought I had seen them all, but it seems the little Northern Flying Squirrel has eluded me for decades.
Northern Flying Squirrels are nocturnal, quietly gliding from tree to tree under the starry skies, while we are tucked in bed. They don’t actually fly but
Each year a group of exceptional artists gather in Quincy for the four day event, High Sierra Music Festival. Festival goers travel from near and far to see the line up of bands for this event. Each year the line up is a little bit different but each year the festival has what
Truckee, Ca is celebrating 35 years of rodeo. The PRCA Truckee Championship Pro Rodeo promises once again to be a bronc bustin’, bull ridin’ good time. Come join all the Good Ole Western Fun throughout rodeo week in Truckee.
Campgrounds and a free boat launch are also located just down the road from Camp Prattville. These campgrounds are within walking distance to the lake, and the west shore’s paved trail system runs right through the place.
Plumas Pines Resort, located about a half mile away, offers horseback riding, two
What a year and a half it has been here at Mountain Valley Living Magazine! We have gotten to know so many of the great businesses in our area and we look forward to promoting our region with great vigor. We couldn’t be
Can it be it’s the middle of summer and the Fourth of July has come? The cattle have returned to graze in the meadows and the kids are out of school. Motor homes, campers and boats of all sizes have appeared on the roadways as people head to the mountain valley
The heart of the summer season is a great time of year to get together with your neighbors for some healthy competition and plain old country, knee slappin’ good times. Come join us for the Lassen County Fair, July 15th – 20th, featuring the unique country sound of Lady Antebellum. In addition
If you are interested in getting away from life’s hectic pace, finding a place where you can enjoy tranquility, good food, exercise and spa treatments,
What CAN You Plant Up Here That Will Come Back Each Year?
When I moved to the mountains, I was told we only have two seasons, winter….and July! My folks soon followed us to our new mountain home and my mother, the avid gardener, understood the frustrating truth of it all. A few
What Can I do to keep my kids safe this summer?
Submitted by Michelle Williams,
Banner Lassen Medical Center
What’s that stuff about lazy summer days? Summer is all about having fun in the sun. You can keep it the best time ever by making it the safest time ever. Here are some tips
Massive German Brown Trout caught in North Yuba River
Mr. Jerry Hayden of Penn Valley caught this incredible 45 inch long German Brown weighing 12.5 lbs on 6-17-09 in Downieville. The trout was weighed at Sierra Hardware in Downieville, California.
On July 24 and 25, the Lake Almanor Community Foundation will present the sixth annual Art Around the Lake in partnership with the Plumas Arts Council and the Feather River Fine Arts Association. Proceeds from this event continue to benefit the music and arts programs in the Chester, Westwood and Greenville schools. Participating
The Chester Hoops 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament returns to Chester Park Saturday July 25th. Benefiting the Chester High School Basketball Program, this local competition will offer a division for anyone that wants to play. Do you have the team that can school the rest with nothin’ but net? I’m sure
A.J. Casella is one teen who has definitely made a difference for plenty of kids helped by the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Since setting up his first fishing tournament at Lake Almanor, Casella has raised over $100,000 for the cause. Last year the event drew more than 300 people and brought in
Calling all pooches and their people! Lake Almanor Waggin’ Walk is coming to Chester Park Saturday July 11th. This special event benefiting Lassen and Plumas County Animal Rescue Organizations includes a two plus mile walk through peaceful downtown Chester, Ca and the beautiful surrounding forest. Avonna’s Critter Clippers will be on
Ahhhh… Fresh ranch meadows, clean air and green grass welcomed us as we trekked in off of Highway 89, up Greenhorn Ranch Road. For this road trip, we brought along two wide eyed youngsters, Mikey, age 7 and Genesee, 3, to help us fully absorb this ranch full of fun. Excitement filled the car
I have two framed prints by P.J. Redoute.The first is entitled “Rosa centifolia folicea”.The second is “Rosa Indica vulgaris”.The second print has a trade mark sticker on the back which states, “Made in England, Normill, Serial N0. 1879″. I would appreciate your opinion of value.Can I retire
Have you ever wished you could find a golf course that was as challenging as it was beautiful, yet playable to all of your abilities? If so, then this course will interest you. My guess is that first-time visitors to L.A.W. will say “WOW” many times during their round. The
If practice makes perfect, one would be challenged to find a better summer vacation get away than Wilson’s Camp Prattville Resort. First established in 1928 by Frank and Nettie Wilson, this family owned and operated, rustic resort is now managed by Mr. and Mrs. Ken Wilson Jr, great-grandson of Frank and Nettie. I’m sure they
Fresh corn on the cob is a real summertime treat. And it is extra special when it is grilled, adding a bit of a smoky taste. In addition to a great taste, grilled corn on the cob keeps the heat outdoors (versus boiling it indoors) on hot, late summer days.
As the baby boomers are entering their golden years, the number of households including both grandparents and teenagers is on the rise. Those of us in the middle of these two generations often find ourselves worried that the kids spend too much time with their video games and that our parents