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By Melissa Wynn One of my favorite things about living so close to Lake Almanor is the annual fireworks display over the water. It is the culmination of local holiday events which include pancake breakfasts, a 5K Fun Run, community BBQs, a craft fair and the annual Chester Main Street Parade . Although there are several Continue reading Fireworks Over Lake Almanor… Bookmark to:
            By Melissa Wynn Who can resist spicy, authentic Mexican cuisine from Casa Baeza in Truckee, Ca? Not me for sure. Owners, operators and brothers, Andres and Calisto Baeza, keep the food hot, the beer cold and the jokes fresh. These guys are experts in good food and good fun. Casa Baeza is all about having Continue reading Casa Baeza–A True Taste of Mexico in Truckee… Bookmark to:
By Melissa Wynn Here in the Sierra we have only one venomous serpent, the Western Rattlesnake. Many unaware hikers are surprised when they encounter these slithering reptiles in the cooler climate of the higher elevations. But Western Rattlesnakes are quite common here. We don’t see them too often since we do most of our wandering by Continue reading Western Rattlesnake… Bookmark to:
Tunisian Salmon By Melissa Wynn Just when you think the dining delights of The Sage Hen Restaurant couldn’t get any better, they announce fine Basque cuisine on Thursday nights, served family style in a casual country setting. Each week, Master Chef and owner Serge Marchale will be whipping up several new entrees, such as a steaming rich Continue reading The Sage Hen Restaurant Announces Basque Night… Bookmark to:
By Melissa Wynn Few animals are as regal to behold as the great American Bison, also commonly referred to as the buffalo. Standing five to six and a half feet tall at the shoulder and weighing in at up to a ton leaves these fuzzy boulders with legs unrivaled in size and power. This largest of Continue reading American Bison… Bookmark to:
Summer on the mountain means a few of our weekends are spent cutting firewood for next winter. I always enjoy the crisp early mornings, a thermos of coffee and the smell of the sawdust. But, without fail, as soon as the day becomes warm enough to take off our sweaters, here come those pesky wood wasps Continue reading Wood Wasps…OH BOTHER… Bookmark to:
Late in April on a beautiful Sierra spring day the sunshine beckoned, “Come and play”, so we decided to take a drive through the lush mountain meadows of Indian Valley. Because of a late start, I called Bink Huddleston, owner of the Hideaway Motel in Greenville, about a room for the night. I knew Continue reading Road Trip – Hideaway in Indian Valley… Bookmark to:
By Melissa Wynn American White Pelicans are very social. Nuptial tubercles on the bill and wispy head plumage grow during breeding season. American White Pelicans, flying in from their Pacific coastal winter home, are a sure sign that spring has sprung at Lake Almanor. In late March or early April, I begin to spot Continue reading American White Pelican… Bookmark to:
By Melissa Wynn Summer is returning to the magnificent Lake Almanor Basin. It’s time to put away the snow toys and dust off our bicycles for the 28th Annual Mile High 100. This local tradition is not a race but an extraordinary scenic series of tours for cyclists of all ages and abilities. Peddling the shoreline Continue reading Come Ride the Sierra at The 28th Annual Mile High 100… Bookmark to:
View of Black Rock from Black Rock Campground photo courtesy US Forest Service Mill Creek photo Courtesy US Forest Service By Melissa Wynn Photos courtesy US Forest Service Ishi Wilderness, within the Lassen National Forest, offers a rare chance to walk miles in the moccasins of the man for whom the area is named, Ishi, Continue reading Ishi Wilderness; Home of the Last Free Native American… Bookmark to:
By Melissa Wynn Greetings, Mountain Valley neighbors! This month I have the pleasure of sharing with you my unrivaled favorite pizza and sandwich place on the planet. Buffalo Chips Pizza is just a few blocks walk for me down to 322 Birch St. in Westwood, Ca. I am lucky to enjoy the Continue reading Follow the Herd to Buffalo Chips Pizza… Bookmark to:
By Melissa Wynn One of the most bothersome bugs of summer we face here in our lush forest home is the Western Sculptured Pine Borer. These bumpy wood boring beetles are like miniature B52 bombers buzzing loudly and dive bombing us as we split and stack next year’s fire wood. Quite possibly the largest beetle in Continue reading Western Sculptured Pine Borer… Bookmark to:
By Melissa Wynn Did you know that all four types of volcanoes on earth (Cinder Cone, Shield, Composite and Plug Dome) are represented in Lassen Nation Park? Cinder cone volcanoes (Cinder Cone) are formed from explosive eruptions where materials spew high in the air and cool before they hit the ground. Fine-grained rocks are blown away by winds. Coarser rock fragments Continue reading Mt Lassen Fun Facts… Bookmark to:
By Melissa Wynn Photos by Bill Kelso Here at Mountain Valley Living we have a great time scoping out new and exciting places to share with you, our cherished readers, and we are thrilled that many of you are logging on to mountainvalleyliving.com and sharing your favorite mountain getaways with us. This Road Trip to Butte Meadows Continue reading Road Trip to Butte Meadows, Make Yourself at Home… Bookmark to:
By Melissa Wynn There are few creatures as interesting to watch as the beaver. These perpetual builders are second only to humans in their ability to change the landscape to suit their needs. Much like ourselves, the busy beaver builds his home, called a lodge, of logs, stones and mud for mortar. An underwater entrance Continue reading North American Beaver the Busy Builder… Bookmark to:
By Melissa Wynn Continue reading Hot Cars in Redding on Kool April Nites… Bookmark to:
By Melissa Wynn We all know that April 1st is the day set aside for Tom foolery and practical jokes but this fun filled holiday itself may be the best joke of all. I intended to tell the historic origins of April Fools Day, instead I found myself giggling about the fact that no one really Continue reading April Fools Day, Fooling Us All… Bookmark to:
By Melissa Wynn In a charming Spanish Mission type building between Reno and Carson City on US 395, I found a place of healing peace. My sister and I were off for a girls getaway to visit the old west in Virginia City, Nevada and decided that a relaxing day at the spa would Continue reading Pamper Your Body and Spirit at Steamboat Hot Springs Healing Center and Spa… Bookmark to:
By Melissa Wynn Spring in the mountains is time to race our dirt bikes, wander the outdoors on our ATVs, climb some hills and sling some mud with our 4x4s but where to go? Here are some hot spots in Northeastern California and Northwestern Nevada that we found and a few more we plan to visit. Northeastern Continue reading Hot Spots For Offroad – Tracks & Riding Areas… Bookmark to:
Visit the Old West at Gold Hill Hotel & Saloon By Melissa Wynn The balcony view from our room #9 After being cooped up in the house through a seven day series of Sierra snow storms, my sister and I decided to cross the mountain. We were in search of some fun and sunshine in Nevada’s Continue reading Road Trip to Virginia City… Bookmark to:
by Melissa Wynn Winter is a spectacular time to visit the Sierra. The towering pines are frosted with snow, the air is crisp and the mountains beckon, “come and play”. I usually enjoy the winter hustle and bustle of our neighborhood’s many ski areas, but this trip was all about finding a quiet getaway and scoping Continue reading River Pines Resort Snowmobile Base Camp… Bookmark to:
by Melissa Wynn One of my favorite creatures to watch in the woods is the second largest of all rodents, the North American Porcupine. They can be very dangerous when they feel threatened and must never be approached but are quite interesting to observe from afar. I have been intrigued by the pudgy prickly porcupine since Continue reading North American Porcupine… Bookmark to:
Surrounding ourselves with those we love is the very best part of the holiday season. Unfortunately, many families, like my own, have many more loved ones than our family home can accommodate. I was on the hunt for a vacation getaway where all 16 of us could gather around a twinkling tree Continue reading Celebrate like the Stars at Benton’s on Lake Almanor… Bookmark to:
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Cafe Le Coq- Quincy, CA
Chalet View Lodge- Graeagle/Portola, CA
Mazatlan Grill- Susanville, CA
Maria’s Restaurant- Chester, CA
Main Street Coffee- Chester, CA
Gamboni’s Peninsula Grill- Lake Almanor, CA
Mi Casita Mexican Restaurant- Quincy, CA
Sage Hen Restaurant- Susanville, CA
The Walker Mansion Inn- Westwood, CA
Coventry Gardens- Susanville, CA
Casa Baeza- Truckee, CA
The Polka Dot- Quincy, CA
Old Mill Cafe- Westwood, CA
Lakeside At The Pines- Lake Almanor, CA
Mt. Huff Golf Course- Crescent Mills, CA
Lake Almanor West- Lake Almanor, CA
Bailey Creek-Lake Almanor, CA
Diamond Mountain-Susanville, CA
The Dragon Is Back-Clio, CA
Plumas Pines- Graeagle, CA
Exclusive Interview With Scott McCarron
Golf Bailey Creek Golf Course
Calendar Of Events- July 2010
FENG SHUI IN THE GARDEN
Chico Performances Adopt-A-Class Program
