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Closing Dates for All Ski Resorts in Northern California

Mammoth Mountain terrain park. Photo by Robson Hatsukami Morgan. The ski season is coming to an end in Northern California. With…

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Get Pumped! The Bigfoot Mountain Bike Challenge is Returning to Redding in 2021

Photo by Jaret Brantley Redding is California’s secret mountain biking mecca, boasting a trail system over 200 miles in the area. And…

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Mt. Shasta Ski Park Hosting a Digital Terrain Park Contest for Prizes

Instagram – @mtshasta_terrainpark Mt. Shasta Ski Park typically ends its winter season with a freestyle competition on the mountain, but…

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How ‘Euro-Nymphing’ Originated in Northern California

Joe Kimsey was a fishing legend on the Upper Sacramanto River If you refer to that fly rod as a…

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Abalone Fishing Banned in Northern California Until 2026

While the spring season typically signals the start of the recreational red abalone season, CDFW reminds anglers that the northern…

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Tahoe Skier Escapes Avalanche by Launching Off 100-Foot Cliff

Cliff where the avalanche occurred A Tahoe skier found himself trapped between a 100-foot cliff and an avalanche. He opted…

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Embattled Lodi Skydiving Center Ordered to Pay $40 Million Following Fatal Incident

Following yet another fatal incident at the Lodi Skydiving Center, owner Bill Dause has been ordered to pay $40 million…

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Vail Resorts Extends Ski Season for Tahoe Resorts

Kirkwood Mountain Resort Vail Resorts has extended the ski season at their Tahoe resorts, with Northstar, Kirkwood and Heavenly all…

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Kayakers Go Full Send Off an Overflowing Spillway on the Feather River

Nick Coulter’s at it again, this time trading in his usual cliff jumping shenanigans for an epic kayak trip down…

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Fisherman Breaks 46-Year-Old California Crappie Record on Clear Lake

David Burruss with his record crappie from Clear Lake California has a new record for largest crappie caught with the…

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Behind the Stunt: Skier Backflips Over 150-Foot Road Gap in Tahoe

It was the winter of 2019 when historic snowfall blanketed the Tahoe region, allowing backcountry skiers to attempt obstacles never…

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Fisherman Lands 36-Pound ‘Whopper’ Striped Bass on the Sacramento River

The bass fishing on the Sacramento River is rolling heavy right now with the area’s best fishing guides showing off…

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Hitting the Slopes at the Mt. Shasta Ski Park

Brought to you by Visit Redding We made the drive from Redding, California to spend an epic day on the…

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Go Behind the Scenes with the Colorado Avalanche During Their Trip to Lake Tahoe

It was a memorable weekend in Lake Tahoe when the National Hockey League descended on the area to play two…

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Skiers Complete Death-Defying Descent of Yosemite’s Half Dome

Zach Milligan skiing down Half Dome. Photo by Jason Torlano. Two brave skiers recently completed an extraordinarily dangerous feat –…

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GIANT 17 Pound Mackinaw Landed on Lake Tahoe

Although Lake Tahoe isn’t mentioned in the same breath as Northern California’s top fishing destinations, you can still catch some…

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The Best Places to Go Fishing in Northern California

Yeah, yeah, I know. Who in their right mind would write so openly about good places to fish, and dare…

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Fishing Guide Lands 3-Foot Wild Steelhead on the Smith River

The rivers of California’s North Coast are starting to see some trophy steelhead running through the system. Fishing guides throughout…

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VIDEO: Fly Fisherman Lands 20+ Fish in a Day on the Pit River

Although the Pit River may be outshined by nearby fisheries in Northern California’s Shasta Cascade, like the Sacramento, McCloud or…

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This Mammoth Mountain Rocky Ski Run is One of the Most Unique You’ll Ever Seen

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Chris Benchetler (@chrisbenchetler) With new snow falling on the Northern California…

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How a Backcountry Avalanche Turned Deadly on Siskiyou’s Mt. Etna

Photo: Mike Burns/ Siskiyou County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue Team) The tragic death of a skier in Siskiyou County…

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Snowboarding at a Closed Tahoe Ski Resort During the Covid Quarantine

When the Covid-19 quarantine hit, it was an unusual situation that was difficult for everyone to get used to. In…

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Skier Injured in Large Eastern Sierra Avalanche

Aftermath of the avalanche in the Eastern Sierra. Photo: Eastern Sierra Avalanche Center The massive snowfall that hit the Mammoth…

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Father-Son Duo Land Two 30-Striped Pound Bass in a Day on the Sacramento River

Photo by Robert Petty The bass fishing on the Sacramento River is on a roll right now with multiple fishing…

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Tahoe Ski Resorts Close Due to High Winds

Photo by Wil Stewart Following a night of extreme winds throughout Northern California, Tahoe ski resorts are closing today due…

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Check Out this GIANT Mackinaw Caught on Lake Tahoe

When you think of the best places to fish in Northern California, Lake Tahoe typically isn’t near the top of…

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That’s Odd: Skier Rides 40-Foot Wave at Mavericks

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Chuck Patterson (@chuckpatterson) It’s January in Northern California, meaning it’s the…

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‘Best Wave in Surfing Ever?’ Surfer Rides Once-in-a-Lifetime Wave at Mavericks

The waves at Mavericks in Half Moon Bay are known to be some of the best in the world, but…

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Mt. Shasta Ski Park Receives a Foot of New Snow with More on the Way

Mt. Shasta Ski Park Mountain Cam 1/5/21 The New Year has been good for the mountains of NorCal. Continuous storms…

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NHL Planning Two Outdoor Hockey Games in Tahoe in 2021

Photo by Clayton Cardinalli The National Hockey League has been hosting outdoor games across North America over the past few years,…

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WATCH: Alex Honnold’s Bizarre Interview About Climbing El Capitan with a Baby

It’s probably safe to say that becoming the world’s greatest rock climber takes a rare mind. Alex Honnold has proven…

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Skier, Snowmobiler Narrowly Escape Separate Avalanches in Tahoe Backcountry

As snow continues to fall heavily on the Tahoe region, the Sierra Avalanche Center has been busy monitoring avalanche activity…

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VIDEO: Skier Launches Off Insane Cliff on Donner Summit

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Movies + Episodes + Adventure (@bridge6media) Say hello to the craziest…

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WATCH: 7-Year-Old Shaun White Starts His Snowboarding Career at Sierra-at-Tahoe

Shaun White is an extreme sports icon. Holding the records for most Olympic and X-Games Gold Medals, he has claimed…

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Fresh Snow Awaits at Mt. Shasta Ski Park’s Opening Day

Early-morning trail cam video on Mt. Shasta Ski Park’s opening day The Christmas storm that past through Northern California gave…

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Fisherman Lands Rare 50-Pound Striped Bass on the Sacramento River

Photo: Mike Rasmussen Fishing on the Sacramento River never ceases to amaze. From the monster salmon to the wild rainbow…

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6 World-Famous Fly Fishing Destinations in Northern California’s Shasta Cascade

Brought to you by Visit Redding Photo by by Craig Nielson, Shasta Trout Guide Service It’s been said that Redding…

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The River Why? A Little-Known Movie That Any Angler Would Enjoy

The novel was published in 1983, and the movie came out in 2010. So why are we finally getting around…

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Fisherman Nets Giant 37-Pound King Salmon on the Sacramento River

The salmon fishing season in Northern California is till plugging along nicely on the Sacramento River. While the fall run…

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Tahoe Ski Resorts Receive Up to 2 Feet of Snow this Week, Setting Up a Glorious Bluebird Weekend

Photo by Wil Stewart. December continues to bring winter storms that are blanketing the Tahoe mountains with delicious snow. The ski…

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Mt. Shasta Ski Park Receives Lackluster Snowfall, Putting Opening Day in Question

Mt. Shasta Ski Park was hopeful this week’s storm would bring plenty of snow – potentially enough to begin operating…

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Skateboarder Bombing San Francisco Hills in the Rain is the Scariest Thing You’ll See This Week

View this post on Instagram A post shared by @tannernapper The treacherous hills of San Francisco make it one of…

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Heavy Snow Falls on Mt. Shasta Ski Park with Opening on the Brink

Mt. Shasta Ski Park trail cam on Monday morning The snowfall hit Northern California hard this weekend, with storms blanketing…

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VIDEO: Surfer Paddles Into Biggest Wave Ever at Mavericks

It’s been one heck of a week at Mavericks in Half Moon Bay as the waves are reaching larger than…

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40-Foot Waves Bring Elite Surfers to Mavericks

Mavericks Surf Competition, 2010. As high surf continues along the coast of Northern California, dangerous conditions remain for anyone visiting…

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Ski A Volcano: The History of the Lassen Ski Area

Large groups of skier in Lassen – 1936. PHOTO BY JERVIE HENRY EASTMAN, COURTESY DEPARTMENT OF SPECIAL COLLECTIONS, GENERALLIBRARY, UNIVERSITY…

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How Will Dam Removal Impact Fishing on the Klamath River?

Northern California is pretty famous for good fishing. In fact, I‘ve often wondered how much this may have to do…

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We Asked What Squaw Valley’s New Name Should Be. Here’s What You Said.

Squaw Valley Resort has a monumental task of coming up with a new name, following their announcement that they would change it…

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Winter Bucket List for Outdoor Adventurers in Redding, California

Lassen’s Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center It’s officially winter in Northern California, which means we’ll be trading our shorts and sun-tan lotion…

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See What it’s Like to Launch Off a 100-Foot Rope Swing into Lake Tahoe

View this post on Instagram A post shared by @robert.wall Robert Wall continues to share his insane stunts with his…

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Mt. Shasta Ski Park Sets Opening Date with Hopes of More Snowfall

Mt. Shasta Ski Park has enjoyed the early season snow accumulating throughout the mountains of Northern California this month. But…

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Rivers of a Lost Coast is a Must-Watch Documentary for NorCal Fishermen

When you think of what California is best known for, obvious answers might include Hollywood, surfing, giant redwoods, the Golden…

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Tahoe Ski Resort Will Become the First to Open in the Age of Covid on Friday

Photo: Northstar The early-season snowfall has been a delightful surprise throughout Northern California. As another storm brought over a foot…

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Redding Named One of the Best Fishing Towns in America by Field and Stream

There are plenty of spots to catch big fish throughout Northern California. From the streams of the North Coast to…

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The E-Biking Craze Has Arrived in Northern California

“Dang,” I said to myself. “My legs are on fire. Time to downshift.” The grade was steep, and as I…

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Here Are All the Opening Dates for Ski Resorts in Northern California

Winter has officially arrived in the mountains of Northern California, and ski resorts are prepping by hiring lift attendants, cleaning…

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Simpson University to Host Bass Fishing Tournament on Shasta Lake

Ranked nationally as the top West Coast college team, Simpson University’s bass fishing team will host its first annual fundraising…

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Fisherman Smashes Lake Amador Record with 20-Pound Trout

Photo: Lake Amador Resort Lake Amador, located just southeast of Sacramento, is a popular lake for Northern California anglers. This…

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What Should Squaw Valley’s New Name Be? Here Are a Few Ideas.

Photo: Squaw Valley Squaw Valley Resort has a monumental task of coming up with a new name, following their announcement…

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NorCal Rock Climber Becomes the First Woman to Free Climb El Capitan’s Golden Gate Route

Photo by Jesse Gardner  It was November 2019 when rock climber Emily Harrington had a terrifying fall on Yosemite’s El Capitan.…

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Fisherman Battles with Sea Lions for Salmon on NorCal River

Facebook: Tim Bonuccelli When salmon are on the move through the rivers of Northern California to find their spawning grounds,…

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Mountain Biker Dies After Falling From Steep Cliff in Downieville

Photo: Sierra County Sheriff A mountain biker died after falling from a steep cliff on a trail in Downieville, according…

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Catching Chinook Salmon on the Sacramento River

We joined Mike Rasmussen (@salmonsacriver) and Ryan Tripp (@powertripp14) for an epic fishing trip on the Sacramento River where we…

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Fishing with a Guide on the Trinity River in Northern California

Brought to you by Visit Redding The lakes and rivers surrounding Redding, California make it one of the premiere fishing…

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Chilly Temperatures Allow NorCal Ski Resorts to Begin Snowmaking for the Upcoming Season

Photo: Heavenly Ski Resort The temperatures dropped throughout Northern California this week, giving way to single digits in areas of…

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Chinook Salmon Quota Met on the Upper Trinity River

The salmon quota was met on the Upper Trinity River as of October 25, 2020, essentially closing adult Chinook salmon…

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WATCH: Mountain Biker Collides with Bear on Northern California Trail

Mountain biker David Sousa was having a great time riding down the Mills Peak trail in Plumas County when he…

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Lake Siskiyou Fish Pens Filled with 1,000 Soon-to-Be ‘Trophy-Sized’ Trout

Photo: Mt. Shasta Rotary The Mt. Shasta Rotary continued its highly-successful program of growing trout in pens on Lake Siskiyou…

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Slackliners Seen Performing Heart-Pounding Stunts at Yosemite’s Taft Point

Yosemite National Park is known to be a place that attracts outdoor thrill seekers. From rock climbers to base jumpers,…

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WATCH: Professional Skateboarder Builds a Floating Skate Ramp on Lake Tahoe

Bob Burnquist is known to use his imagination to push the sport of skateboarding to new levels. The experienced pro…

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A 10-Mile Packrafting Adventure on the Sacramento River in Redding

Eric Leslie and Ryan Spitz are training to complete what they’re calling the Sacramento River Untamed, a 402-mile kayaking journey…

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Fly Fishing for Steelhead on the World-Famous Trinity River Just Outside Redding, California

Brought to you by Visit Redding The lakes and rivers surrounding Redding, California make it one of the premiere fishing…

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Kayak the Whitewater Rapids of the Klamath River with Directors of Toughness

We were first introduced to the Directors of Toughness when they summited Mount Shasta, showing the sheer will and determination…

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Check Out this 30+ Pound King Salmon Landed on the Sacramento River

The salmon runs are going crazy in Northern California right now, and there’s no better place to land a king…

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3 Epic Whitewater Adventures in California’s Far North

Brought to you by Discover Siskiyou Siskiyou County is known to many as California’s hub of outdoor adventure. There are…

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Fishermen Catch GIANT Green Sturgeon on the Sacramento River

A group of lucky fishermen landed the fish of a lifetime on the Sacramento River recently, when they were able…

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VIDEO: Cliff Jumping at Secret Waterfalls in Northern California

There are so many reasons why Northern California is the land of waterfalls. You can hike to 5 waterfalls in…

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Fishing is Free in California on September 5

The last chance of the year to fish for free arrives over the Labor Day holiday weekend. Free Fishing Day…

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Two Pipe Bombs Landed by Fishermen on the Sacramento River

It seemed like just another day on the water for fisherman Jon Kenyon, who’s been a guide on the Sacramento…

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An Epic Whitewater Rafting Trip Down the Trinity River

Sitting just outside Redding, California is one of the most beautiful rivers in California. The Trinity River is known for…

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VIDEO: MASSIVE Salmon Gets Airborne on the Sacramento River in Chico

View this post on Instagram Hey @beckmannets !!!! This is how we do it out in #cali !!! @northstatesalmon great…

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A Whitewater Rafting Adventure on the Middle Fork American River

It was always a dream of mine to document a whitewater rafting trip in Northern California and I had one…

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Anglers Are Catching HUGE Rainbow Trout on the Sacramento River in Redding

With the opening of fishing season coming to Northern California’s Sacramento River, the annual angler pilgrimage to Redding’s “Lunker Lane”…

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VIDEO: Professional Skateboarders Shred Under the Shadow of Mount Shasta

View this post on Instagram 🗻⛺️ MOUNT SHASTA ⛺️🗻 A post shared by THRASHER MAGAZINE (@thrashermag) on Jul 27, 2020…

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13-Year-Old Becomes the Youngest to Swim Across Lake Tahoe

At the age of 13-years-old, James Savage accomplished the extraordinary feat of swimming across Lake Tahoe, becoming the youngest person…

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A Kayaking Adventure on Whiskeytown Lake

Time Magazine once dubbed Redding, California as the Unofficial Kayaking Capital of America. One of the main reasons for that…

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VIDEO: Crazy Kayakers Launch Off Whiskeytown’s Crystal Creek Falls

Whiskeytown National Recreational Area is a great destination for kayakers looking for a relaxing row around the crystal-clear water of…

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NorCal Ultrarunner Shatters Tahoe Rim Trail Record

Lake Tahoe is the largest alpine lake in North America, boasting 70 miles of beautiful shoreline sitting at 6,225-feet elevation.…

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Skier’s Summer Delight: A Backpacking Adventure to Find the Sierra’s Fountain of Youth

Skiers and snowboarders hit a bit of a stage of depression in the late weeks of June. Although some ski…

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Accomplished Runner Summits and Descends Mount Shasta in Just 5 Hours

Max King is no stranger to pushing himself to the limits. He has won many running competitions in his life…

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Fishing is Free in California on the Fourth of July

The first of two 2020 Free Fishing Days in California occurs Saturday, July 4 and what better way to celebrate…

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Fisherman Nears California Record with MONSTER Mackinaw on Donner Lake

Donner Lake, sitting just east of Truckee, California, would not be described as a fisherman’s paradise. Not only is catching…

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VIDEO: Cliff Jumper Performs a 75-Foot Quadruple Front Flip at Middle McCloud Falls

View this post on Instagram Another QUAD FLIP is in the books✊🏼 My friends definitely push me to be the…

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Proposed 6-Month Closure Could Destroy Recreational Fishing on Putah Creek

Putah Creek sits as one of the most popular fishing destinations in Northern California, but a proposed annual closure of…

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NorCal Whitewater Rafting Company Creates Hilarious ‘The Office’ Spoof to Announce Reopening

As if they don’t have enough fun on the water, a Northern California whitewater rafting company announced their plan to…

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Odyssey 700: Watch Bikers Ride 700 Miles Through NorCal in Epic ‘Bikepacking’ Adventure

Ladies and Gentlemen, Ryan Spitz is at it again. First, he ran 330-miles from Arcata to Mount Shasta to create…

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Record 19-Pound Brown Trout Caught on Silver Lake

Fisherman Blaine Wilson grabbed the catch of a lifetime this week as he landed a 19-pound, 3-ounce brown trout on…

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Fishermen Show Off Bright ‘Lightning Trout’ Caught in NorCal Reservoirs

We’ve all become pretty familiar with the different variations of trout caught in Northern California – rainbow, brown, brook, etc.…

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VIDEO: Cliff Jumper Comes Close to Death on 100-Foot Lake Tahoe Ropeswing

We’ve heavily highlighted the 100-foot ropeswing over Lake Tahoe, which has been billed the “highest rope swing ever made.” The…

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Lesser-Known Great Places to Fish in Northern California

Northern California is well known as a fishing Mecca, and the Sacramento River is sometimes referred to as the best…

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