Saving the Bees with SisQ Bee Club… Bees have a remarkable sense of community and cooperation. “They’re what’s known as a super organism, which means that one bee by itself …
At Home, in the Mountains
The New Summit Lofts in Mt. Shasta… When heading off Interstate 5 toward Mount Shasta, it’s hard to miss the new two-story boutique hotel at the main intersection downtown. The …
Center Stage
Shoppe Serendipity in Yreka… “I’ve always loved the arts. It’s in my blood. My grandfather was an artist and I have very creative people in my family. I was born …
Well Planted
Locally Sown at Tiffany Devault’s Kindred Garden “Locally sown to be locally grown” says the Kindred Gardens website, a family-owned plant nursery that operates on about a quarter acre in …
Where’s the Beef
Know Your Farmer in Siskiyou County… The tagline on the Siskiyou County Cattlewomen’s website is “Top Beef from the Top of the State.” And if you ask a few of …
Life is a Highway
Motor the Mountain Car Show in McCloud… If there was a word to describe a combination of nostalgia, admiration and enthusiasm, it could be ascribed to classic cars. They evoke …
Navigating the Nile of the West
Forging the Sacramento River from Mount Shasta to the Golden Gate Bridge… “When you find a good adventure buddy, it’s like hitting the jackpot,” says outdoor enthusiast and paddler Ari …
About the Journey
Reaching New Heights with Shasta Mountain Guides… In 1856, the Shasta Courier proclaimed: “September 16, the famous mountain Shasta Butte was ascended by a party of ladies, where they celebrated …
An Elephant You Never Forget
Akili the Elephant… “I’ve been accused of being a dreamer. People will say, ‘Hey Ryan, you live in the clouds. Put your boots on the ground.’ And after you hear …
I Can Do That
Rebecca Weston, Owner of Sacred Mountain Spa… At the age of 50, Rebecca Weston had a revelation. “Up to that point, fear had kept me stuck. But when you turn …