The dog days of summer running and riding season commences on Monday, July 4 with the Mountain Runners’ 32nd annual run and walk, a huge celebration that attracts more than 4,000 participants each year to the town of Mount Shasta.… Continue Reading
Both the calendar and the thermometer tell us that summer has officially arrived in Superior California. The sweltering conditions can make outdoor activity uncomfortable and potentially hazardous, but you don’t have to fall back on the lame “it’s too hot… Continue Reading
Loyal readers of A News Café know that May is mental health month. For me and many of the people I know, nothing works better for maintaining mental health than daily exercise. And, as I always say, signing your name… Continue Reading
A major volunteer trail work day is scheduled for this Saturday, May 7, at Whiskeytown National Recreation Area. You might call it Don’t Tread on the Salmon Day. Let me explain. The Clear Creek Canal Trail runs for more than… Continue Reading
If the second weekend in October is the Big Bike Weekend for motorcycles, then surely this coming weekend is the Big Bicycle Weekend for non-motorized two-wheelers. This Saturday, April 30, will see the 24th edition of the Lemurian Shasta Classic,… Continue Reading
By combining trail running with mountain biking at the beloved Whiskeytown National Recreation Area, the Whiskeytown Off-Road Duathlon is a great summation of the Redding area’s outdoors ethic. And here’s the best part: If you’re a mildly proficient runner or… Continue Reading
Does it seem like there are car shows and cruising hot rods all over the Redding area? It should, because this is Kool April Nites week. About 1,800 cars are expected for the event, which includes a cruise this Friday… Continue Reading
One of the most ambitious recreation trail projects in Redding history is moving forward between Placer Road and the southeastern corner of Whiskeytown National Recreation Area. The Bureau of Land Management is planning a trail system of about 20.2 miles… Continue Reading
Why are you looking at a video screen right now? Have you not noticed that very bright light in the sky? It’s called the sun, and you should be enjoying it after suffering through weeks of dreary rain and snow.… Continue Reading
Free assistance with filing income tax returns is available for low-income individuals and families, disabled people and senior citizens, thanks to AARP and Legal Services of Northern California. These tax experts know the tricks of the tax trade, such as… Continue Reading
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