Bodie Ghost Town: A Glimpse into California's Haunting Past Deep in the heart of California's eastern Sierra Nevada range, nestled amidst the rugged landscape, lies a haunting relic of the past—the…Read More...

Running from the Sierra Nevada Mountain range to its confluence with the Sacramento River in Sacramento is the jewel of the Gold Country region. The American River is a 30-mile-long river that is fed…Read More...

In the heart of California's Central Valley once lay an extraordinary natural wonder known as Tulare Lake. With its vast expanse and ecological richness, Tulare Lake was a critical component of the region's…Read More...

Nestled in the heart of California lies the Sacramento Delta, a region of unparalleled beauty and ecological significance. Known as the "Golden State's Estuary," the Sacramento Delta is an expansive network…Read More...

Glass Beach, located in Fort Bragg, California, is a mesmerizing coastal destination renowned for its unique and captivating beauty. What sets this beach apart from others is its fascinating abundance…Read More...

Ahh – who doesn’t love the soothing sound of flowing water, especially when camping?  But do you know if that gurgling water is a creek, stream, or river? There are no strict delineations, based…Read More...

Water has always been a powerful force in California. It has sculpted our state’s topography and ecology and continues to shape the nuanced realities of life for millions of Californians facing pressured…Read More...

Building & Maintaining a Safe Campfire In 2019, an overwhelming 89% of wildfires were caused by humans. Let's fix that. Campfires are one of the best and sometimes most important parts of camping.…Read More...

The Ecological Impact of Moving Firewood Tree-killing insects and diseases can lurk below the surface in firewood. These insects and disease can’t move far all on their own – but when people move…Read More...